Planning & Environment Lawyer
Work directly with recognised experts | Broad mix of advisory and litigation work | Specialist boutique practice
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity for a Planning & Environment Lawyer to join a highly regarded specialist law firm in Sydney. This is an opportunity to join a well-established boutique practice renowned for its expertise across planning, environmental, valuation, compulsory acquisition and heritage law.
About the Firm
Our client is a leading specialist planning, environment, valuation and heritage law practice with a longstanding reputation for excellence in the market. The firm advises on a broad range of planning and environmental matters, appearing regularly in the Land and Environment Court and acting on behalf of government, corporate and private clients. Due to its cooperative structure, lawyers benefit from direct access to senior practitioners and hands‐on involvement in significant and complex matters from an early stage.
About the Role
As a Planning & Environment Lawyer, you will:
Advise on Environmental Planning and Assessment matters
Appear in and assist with proceedings in the Land and Environment Court
Brief and instruct Counsel
Liaise with councils, the EPA and other regulatory authorities
Advise clients on planning, development and environmental compliance matters
Work across a broad mix of advisory and litigation matters




Build strong client relationships while working closely with senior lawyers and industry experts
About You
You will ideally have:
Minimum 2 years' post-admission experience
Experience advising on Environmental Planning and Assessment matters
Experience dealing with councils, the EPA and other regulatory agencies
Strong communication and client relationship skills
A collaborative approach and willingness to work within a close-knit team
Excellent drafting, analytical and problem-solving skills
Why Join?
Join a highly respected specialist planning and environment law practice
Work directly with recognised experts in their field
Enjoy a diverse mix of advisory and litigation work
Gain meaningful client contact and responsibility from day one
Be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment
Access excellent mentoring and professional development opportunities
Work on interesting and high-profile matters across the public and private sectors
Competitive remuneration package
At Empire Group, we value diversity and are committed to equitable recruitment. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and other underrepresented groups to apply. Our focus is on creating fair, accessible, and culturally safe recruitment processes that genuinely reflect and respect the communities we serve.
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📌 Planning & Environment Lawyer (Sydney)
🏢 empire group
📍 Sydney