Senior Lawyer, Energy, Resources and Infrastructure at Gilbert + Tobin

Perth, Western Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Drafting, Mining Regulatory Frameworks, Oil And Gas Regulatory Frameworks, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Organisation Skills, Client Relationship Management, Project Development, Mergers And Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Corporate Law, Natural Resources Law

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Job Description About Gilbert + Tobin (G+T) Gilbert + Tobin is built on enduring values of excellence, trust, respect, integrity and good corporate citizenship. We are a leading firm with over 500 lawyers, trusted by our clients to navigate today’s increasingly complex world. We are purpose-built for our clients’ most complex work - across transactions, disputes and regulation. Our partners are leaders in their fields, delivering the highest quality of legal advice and providing an exceptional edge for our clients. They also provide our lawyers the opportunity to work with and learn from them. We are innovators in the use of technology, redefining value and service in the legal industry. Our open, merit-based culture attracts and inspires the best legal talent. Founded in 1988, G+T’s journey has been one of relentless ambition and rapid progress, achieving extraordinary success in just over three decades. We remain as determined as ever to be the best it’s possible to be. About the team: Energy, Resources and Infrastructure G+T’s Energy, Resources and Infrastructure team works on market-leading projects and transactions that shape the Australian energy and resources sector. Our team’s extensive experience across mining, oil and gas, and renewable energy enables us to advise on projects throughout their entire lifecycle - from acquisition and development through to operations and divestment. Our team in Perth includes highly motivated and ambitious individuals, including partners Michael Blakiston, Claire Boyd, Mark McAleer and Clare Pope who are all recognised as leaders in their field. Michael is renowned for his work in Mining and Energy and Natural Resources, both regionally and globally. He is ranked by Chambers Asia-Pacific 2026 and Chambers Global 2026 in Energy and Natural Resources, including as a Foreign Expert for Africa-wide work. He is also recognised as a Leading Partner by The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2026. Michael is recognised in Best Lawyers in Australia 2027 across Energy Law, Mining Law, Natural Resources Law and Oil and Gas Law, including being named “Lawyer of the Year” for Natural Resources Law, and is highly regarded by IFLR1000 (Asia-Pacific 2025) for project development and mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Claire is ranked by Chambers Asia-Pacific 2026 in Energy and Natural Resources: Mining and is recognised as a Leading Partner for Natural Resources by The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2026. She is also recognised in Best Lawyers in Australia 2026 for Energy Law, Mining Law and Natural Resources Law, including being named “Lawyer of the Year” for Mining Law. Mark is recognised for his work in Energy, Resources and Infrastructure, advising on complex projects and transactions across Australia and globally. With more than 20 years’ experience, he is highly regarded for his expertise in project development, M&A and foreign investment, and is recognised as a Global Elite Thought Leader for Energy (Lexology Client Choice Awards 2025) and a Notable Practitioner for Energy, Mining and Natural Resources (IFLR1000 2025). Clare is recognised in Best Lawyers in Australia 2026 across multiple areas, including Corporate Law, Energy Law, Mining Law, Natural Resources Law and Oil and Gas Law. She is known for advising on complex corporate and commercial transactions in the energy and resources sector, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and project development across Australia and internationally. Together, they offer unparalleled expertise in navigating complex transactions, regulatory matters and project development within the natural resources industry. About you You are a driven and collaborative professional with a desire to work on high-profile, complex and high-value transactions. You thrive in a team environment where performance is recognised and rewarded. In addition, you will have: Five or more years’ post-qualification experience (or equivalent) Deep understanding of mining and oil and gas regulatory frameworks in Australia Outstanding drafting skills A desire, and the capacity, to work on high profile and technically challenging matters Superior analytical, communication and organisation skills Ability to work effectively with clients What we offer G+T will offer you a supportive and professional working environment. In addition to top of market remuneration, we provide our people with benefits such as up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave, additional annual leave, ‘end-of-trip facilities’, exclusive retail discounts, social events, and much more, which you can view here: http://bit.ly/GTFLYER Our Perth office is located in Brookfield Place, the city's most prestigious commercial precinct. Among many other benefits, we provide complimentary breakfast on Mondays, and lunches on Tuesdays and Thursdays for our people. We value the contributions that our people make to our ongoing DE+I initiatives, and there are many opportunities for engagement across all practice areas of the Perth office through various team-building initiatives and cross-practice collaboration. Additional Information Please submit your interest via our career’s website with a resume. We are committed to providing and maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment and a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. Role category: Lawyer Employment type: Permanent Work pattern: Full time Location: Perth

Responsibilities

Advise on market-leading projects and transactions within the Australian energy and resources sector throughout their entire lifecycle. Handle complex corporate and commercial transactions, including M&A, joint ventures, and regulatory matters.