The Opportunity

Our client, a leading national commercial law firm, is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its growing Planning & Setting practice in Sydney.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded team that advises both public and private sector clients on a diverse mix of litigation, advisory, and transactional matters. Working alongside experienced practitioners, you will gain exposure to complex planning and environmental issues while developing your expertise within a cooperative and supportive team.

The role offers:
Exposure to a broad mix of planning and workplace litigation, advisory, and transactional work.
A balanced practice acting for both Government and private sector developer clients.
Opportunities to work on sophisticated legal issues involving planning, environmental regulation, and development projects.
A transparent pathway for progression from Associate to Senior Associate within a supportive team culture.
Direct mentoring and genuine opportunities for professional development.

The Role
Act on proceedings in the Land and Environment Court of New South Wales.
Advise clients on planning, environmental and local government matters, including statutory interpretation, development contributions, environmental compliance,



and contamination issues.
Draft planning agreements, works-in-kind agreements, and other complex contractual documentation.
Assist Government clients with strategic legal projects and advisory work.
Work collaboratively with clients and colleagues to deliver practical and commercially focused legal solutions.
Manage matters with increasing autonomy while contributing to a cooperative team setting.

Ideal Candidate
2+ years' post-admission experience in planning, environment, or related litigation.
Experience or a genuine interest in Land and Environment Court litigation.
Strong analytical, research, drafting, and statutory interpretation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
A team-oriented approach and ability to build strong client relationships.
Motivated to develop a long-term career within a leading Planning & Environment practice.

Contact

For a confidential discussion, please contact Lucia Ferraro on or email your CV and academic transcript to .

To register your interest directly, visit .

If you require any adjustments during the application process, please contact .
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📌 Lawyer Planning & Environment Associate/sa Government & Development Projects City Of Sydney (Australia)
🏢 Montgomery Advisory
📍 Australia