Environment & Planning Lawyer | Auckland

About the firm
This highly respected national firm is home to one of New Zealand’s largest and most experienced environment and resource management law teams. Known for their involvement in some of the country’s most significant and high-profile infrastructure and development projects, the team is valued for its strategic thinking, technical strength, and collaborative approach. The firm offers genuine work-life balance, great mentoring, and is widely recognised for its commitment to professional growth and wellbeing.
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About the role
You’ll join a busy, down-to-earth team working across a broad mix of resource management, public law, and environmental matters. The work is varied and high-impact, including urban development, infrastructure projects, freshwater reform, planning and policy development, and litigation at all levels. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your expertise while being mentored by some of the best in the field.
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About you
You’ll have 2–5 years’ post-qualification experience in resource management, environmental law, or public/local government law. You’ll be a confident communicator who enjoys collaborating with others, and someone who takes pride in producing high-quality, strategic work. A strong interest in environmental and planning law is a must, along with a desire to be part of complex and meaningful projects.
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About the location
Based in central Auckland, you'll be part of a vibrant legal community and close to clients across both the public and private sectors. With easy access to some of New Zealand’s biggest infrastructure and development projects, Auckland is the perfect location to grow your career in planning and environment law.

For more information and a confidential discussion, contact Sarah Wilson at sarah@chisholmclarke.co.nz.

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