Job Description

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- Strategic Hire | Prestigious National Law Firm
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- Special Counsel with an established client profileis also encouraged to explore this opportunity
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- Highly Partner Earnings $1.2m to $3.5m+
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- Energy & Resources Partner | Lateral Appointment | Brisbane
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- Strategic Hire | Prestigious National Law Firm
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- Special Counsel with an established client profileis also encouraged to explore this opportunity
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- Highly Partner Earnings $1.2m to $3.5m+
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The Firm & It's Strategic Direction:

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Law Staff is working in collaboration with the Board of thisleading national law firm as it expands its Brisbane Energy & Resources capability as part of a broader national growth strategy. The firm is well regarded for:

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- Deep technical capability across the corporateand regulatory disciplines
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- Long-standing relationships with major players in the energy and resources space as well as government entities at both State and Federal levelsfor renewable projects
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- Lawyers recognised for pragmatic advice, solid commercial judgement, and disciplined management of complex, high-value transactions
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With national revenue exceeding the $250 million mark, the Board has prioritised investment into several national industry sectors, with Energy & Resources positioned as a key pillar of future growth.

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The Role:

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This position would suit an established Partner seeking a new platform for increased earnings or a senior Energy & Resources practitioner preparing for partnership.

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You will play a central role in growing the practice across traditional resources, emerging critical minerals,



and the evolving renewable energy landscape, including but not limited to:

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Resources & Mining:

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- Project development, infrastructure arrangements, and financing structures
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- Negotiation of complex commercial agreements, including exploration, production, O&M;, and commodity sales
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- Joint ventures, acquisitions, divestments, and strategic transactions
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- Whole-of-lifecycle advisory for major resources projects
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Renewables & Energy:

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- Development and financing of wind, solar, battery storage, and pumped hydro projects
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- Property, leasing, and due diligence structures supporting large-scale energy developments
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- Pipeline infrastructure transactions and ancillary asset acquisitions
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- Tenure, statutory frameworks, procurement, and broader corporate advisory work
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Leadership & Market Presence:

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- Contribute to the firm's growing profile in Queensland and the national energy market through your own practice and connections
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- Strengthen and expand key Energy & Resources client relationships
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- Mentor and develop lawyers within the Brisbane practice
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About You

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You are likely to be:

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- A current Energy & Resources Partner,



or an experienced Special Counsel/Of Counsel ready to step into partnership
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- Practising within a top-tier or mid-tier national law firm, or in a General Counsel positionwithin a prominent player in this market segment
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- Bringing a strong reputation and portable client relationships across resources or renewables, or both
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- A collaborative and commercially focused leader with a clear strategy for practice growth
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Culture, Flexibility & Sustainable Careers

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Unlike many national platforms, this firm is committed to long-term growth in its Partner ranks and its earnings for equity partners. In terms of engagement, you can expect:

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- Flexible or reduced hours where appropriate
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- Hybrid working arrangements across office and remote settings
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- A collaborative partnership culture focused on relationships rather than purely monetary performance metrics
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Partner Remuneration

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Compensation is tailored to experience, practice profile, and client following. Indicative ranges include:

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- Salaried Partner:$450,000 to $600,000+
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- Equity Partner (mid-point):$1.2 millionto $2 million
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- FullEquity (100 points):well above $4 million, dictated by the Control Fees if the individual
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Confidentiality is paramount:

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- All discussions remain strictly confidential
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- No discussion is had with Board members without your written consent
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- You can be provided names of Partners whom we have successfully appointed to prominent mid and top-tier firms. These Partners can attest to their dealings with our Senior Client Advisors
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📌 Energy & Resources Partner (Queensland)
🏢 Law Staff
📍 Queensland