Climate & Sustainability Governance

Climate & Sustainability Risk Governance

Led by Paul Schoff the MinterEllison Climate and Sustainability Risk Governance team has always stood apart.  With our integrated legal and consulting expertise, we see ESG as more than compliance or a risk to mitigate — it's a strategic opportunity for every facet of a business, from operations to supply chain and beyond.

There is an opportunity to join a new and growing team, striving to be at the forefront of this field, both domestically and internationally. A collaborative and well-supported environment where complementary and unique strengths are valued.

About Us 

MinterEllison is one of Australia’s largest law firms, with nearly 200 years of business history.  We're known for our legal and consulting expertise - and for our inclusive and authentic character.

Our purpose is to create sustainable value with our clients, people and communities.  That means we have a proud history of providing excellence to clients, nurturing our people and giving back to the communities in which we live and work.

We value excellence, curiosity and collaboration.  Clients rely on us for our responsive, commercial approach.  Our clients include government departments and agencies, private and publicly listed companies, and small and large businesses in Australia and overseas.  

As a highly valued employee we will also provide you with a wide range of benefits. To view our benefits, please copy this link into your browser https://www.minterellison.com/-/media/Minter-Ellison/Files/Careers/Employee-Benefits-Brochure-2023.ashx

Your role

Working with large and small corporations, government entities and financial institutions in one of Australia's only commercial climate and sustainability risk legal practices, you will have the opportunity to make your mark your way, combining strong black-letter commercial law and corporate governance credentials with advisory experience on climate and sustainability issues.

About You

• Strong legal advisory experience in a corporate, environment & planning or finance law discipline;
• lateral thinking with an ability to connect the dots across disciplines and silos;
• a strong record of thought leadership related to the 'E' of ESG: climate change, biodiversity, natural capital; and
• strong commercial acumen.

Why MinterEllison

We offer flexible working options to encourage balance, wellbeing and support for sustainable ways of working and a range of social, financial and health benefits, including free gym membership - all with no minimum tenure.

We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, genders (including trans or gender diverse), LGBTQ+ people and those with carer responsibilities. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

How to apply

We prefer to connect with people directly, so please submit your CV by clicking on the 'Apply' button. We encourage all applications, including if you do not meet the criteria listed for the role. Your application will also enable us to consider you for other opportunities that may be available at MinterEllison.

If you would like further information, require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or for a confidential discussion, please contact [email protected].