Maddocks
Administrative Lawyer/Senior Associate – Planning & Environment
To make a difference for our clients, each other and the community.
Consulting and Professional Services
Full-time
Office | Sydney, NSW, Australia
Visa sponsorship · No
Senior · A role for someone with advanced knowledge and skills. May involve mentoring, leading others or specialisation. Typically at least 5 years of experience.
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Why Maddocks
Our brand and business reputation is successfully built on strong client relationships. Our customised service is based on a deep understanding of our clients' legal requirements in the context of their business objectives. We are highly regarded for our exceptional, practical legal services that add value to our clients' businesses.
Maddocks was established in 1885 and employs more than 600 people. We have one of the highest proportion of female partners (38.5%) and are recognised as leaders in gender equality in the legal industry in Australia.
About the role
About the role We are actively seeking a senior lawyer with expertise in Administrative law to join our Sydney Public Law team. The team is renowned for its exceptional mentorship and positive culture, supported by encouraging partners.
In this role you will provide advice on a wide range of environmental issues and will give you exposure to the many aspects of our practice both litigious and non-litigious. With a focus on our state and local government practices, you will be working on Land & Environment Court matters (such as class 1, 4 and 5 appeals), NCAT and AAT matters, as well as judicial review.
This offers an exceptional career opportunity for advancement and growth, working alongside professionals who share similar goals in a collaborative team environment.
What you'll be responsible for
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Legal Document Drafting and Review
Draft and review legal documents, such as contracts and policies
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Legal Advice
Write advice and guidance to clients on a wide range of legal issues, including employment law, commercial law, and intellectual property law
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Legal Research
Research and analyze legal issues for clients including case law, regulations, and legal precedents
Skills you'll need
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Decision Making
Considers the costs and benefits of potential actions and determines the most appropriate one
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Verbal communication
Speaks clearly to convey information effectively to a target audience
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Problem solving
Identifies problems and develops logical solutions that address the problems
Meet the team
