Lawyer, Climate – Environmental Justice Australia – Carlton VIC

Are you concerned about climate change, and want to use your legal skills to support others seeking real climate action?

If you are a lawyer (three-plus years) with litigation or complex legal advocacy experience, this is your unique opportunity to make an important difference in mitigating the climate crisis.

  • Full time or 0.8EFT
  • Salary range is $108 090 to $114 000 plus super and leave loading

The office is located in Melbourne but other locations in Australia will be considered for an exceptional candidate. You must be admitted to practice in Australia. At least three years of experience working on litigation or legal advocacy campaigns in Australia in corporate accountability, environmental, social and corporate governance law or public/administrative law, including human rights law. Find out more about Environmental Justice Australia, what the role requires and details such as responsibilities and conditions in the position description.

How to apply

Please submit a brief application to recruitment@envirojustice.org.au comprising:

  • your resume
  • a statement of no more than three pages detailing why you want to work with us and addressing the selection criteria outlined in the position description