Projects Lawyer – Energy & Resources
Shape Australia’s energy future | Mix of renewables, resources + infrastructure projects | No billable hours | Salary range $125k-$250k + flexibility
- National projects team with strong energy & infrastructure pipeline
- Mix of renewables, traditional energy, and major project approvals
- No billable hours - focus on outcomes, not timesheet | Mentoring + career growth
The Firm:
This national firm advises across Australia’s most significant energy, resources, and infrastructure projects. Their Brisbane office is a great size (big enough to have the critical mass of specialist lawyers but not so big you are just a number), working closely with clients ranging from developers and explorers through to ASX-listed majors.
With a strong reputation for complex project work and a people-first culture, this team offers lawyers the chance to build long-term, meaningful careers without the burnout.
About the Role:
Working as part of the firm’s national projects group, you’ll work closely with an ex top tier Partner and advise across all stages of major projects including:
• environmental and planning approvals;
• land access, tenure, native title and regulatory strategy;
• project development and operations; and
• energy transition initiatives across renewables and traditional resources.
Not only highly regarded, the Partner is approachable, commercially minded, and invested in mentoring the team. The role combines complex, high-impact work with a healthy workload and genuine work-life balance.
About You:
You will have 2–8 years’ PAE gained in environment, planning, projects, energy/resources, or high-end property law. You’ll be commercially sharp, comfortable working with sophisticated clients, and keen to broaden your expertise across renewables, energy, and infrastructure projects.
Benefits
• No billable hours – focus on quality outcomes
• Broad project exposure (energy transition + traditional resources)
• National platform with strong local leadership
• Genuine flexibility and a down-to-earth team culture
• Competitive salary $125k–$250k + benefits
Apply now:
Click Apply or contact Peter Liaw at Peppercorn Recruitment on 0422 805 803 or email peter@peppercornrecruitment.com.au, quoting reference number 3329445.
Please submit your CV in Word format.
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