Associate — Environment & Planning
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Position Overview
Location:
Brisbane, Australia 
Compensation:
A$10,000 - A$13,000/year
Position:
Mid
Type:
Job
Practice Area:
Litigation
Remote:
No
Posted:
Deadline:
May 19, 2026
Job Description
Clayton Utz's Brisbane office at 1 Eagle Street is seeking an Associate for its Environment & Planning practice. Brisbane services Queensland's significant mining, energy, and infrastructure sectors, and you will advise on environmental approvals, planning permits, and climate-related regulatory obligations.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise on environmental approvals under the EPBC Act 1999 and Queensland Environmental Protection Act 1994
- Handle planning and development applications under the Planning Act 2016 (Qld)
- Support renewable energy project approvals and grid connection agreements
- Advise on climate-related disclosure obligations and ESG regulatory frameworks
Requirements
- Admitted as a solicitor in Queensland; 3-5 years PQE in environment, planning, or resources
- Knowledge of EPBC Act, Qld EPA, and Planning Act 2016
- Experience with Land Court or P&E Court proceedings preferred
- Interest in climate law and ESG regulation
Responsibilities
Environmental approvals; Planning applications; Renewable energy permits; ESG/climate advice
Requirements
Admitted solicitor (QLD); 3-5 years environment/planning PQE; EPBC Act and Qld EPA
Perks & Benefits
Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning
Compensation
A$10,000 - A$13,000/year
Practice Area
Litigation
Position
Mid
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: Clayton Utz Hiring Team
Application Deadline
May 19, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
