About the Role

As Senior Consultant in our Planning division you will you’ll take ownership of planning initiatives—guiding them from concept to completion within budget and timeframes. Drawing on your expertise in planning frameworks and strong industry relationships, you’ll provide strategic advice, prepare and submit planning applications, and navigate complex negotiations with local authorities and stakeholders.

You’ll be the face of our clients in key planning meetings and determinations, building meaningful partnerships and shaping outcomes that align with their goals. If you're passionate about driving successful planning outcomes and thrive in a dynamic, people-focused environment, we’d love to have you on board.

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert guidance on planning policy and other regulatory approvals
Conduct due diligence to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
Analyse, develop and implement strategies in relation to market trends and future requiremenst to identify opportunities to efficiently and cost-effectively achieve project outcomes
Contribute as appointed within project teams, including directing consultants and sub-consultants, ensuring completion on budget, and within agreed timeframes
Maintain knowledge or identification of significant external affairs project risks to ensure risks are mitigated and solutions are provided
Project management proficiency, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest level meeting client requirements
Investigate and pursue potential partnership and client opportunities, aligning and supporting the overall corporate strategy

About You

You will have:

Demonstrated experience in a similar role, ideally with 4-5 years experience.
Experience in managing strategic and/or statutory planning projects.
Demonstrated experience managing complex tasks and projects including budgets and deliverables.
Consultancy and/or client management experience, including the ability to negotiate outcomes with key stakeholders and manage expectations.
Considerable experience working with a variety of public and private stakeholders.
High level written skills including experience with preparing project briefs and programs.
Strong conceptual and analytical skills, and the ability to solve problems.
Highly developed verbal and interpersonal skills, ability to build quality relationships with clients both new and exisiting.

About Element Advisory

Element Advisory (part of SLR) is a leading regulatory approvals, social, and digital advisory firm. We unlock investment, approvals, and social and community benefits for our partners across various industries. Our commitment to innovation drives us to continuously seek new solutions and methodologies, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of our field.

To continue this evolution and further support the growth of our people and the services they deliver, the decision to partner with SLR represents an exciting opportunity. As part of the SLR team, we will play an integral role in delivering and expanding the existing services in Western Australia and the Asia Pacific region.

Perks beyond the work

A culture where people's ideas are truly valued, and innovation is important.

A flexible and hybrid working culture – ability to work from both our new Subicao office and work from home.

A commitment to your skills development and personal growth through professional development.

Gym membership and ‘A’ grade end of trip facilities.

Paid Parental leave for both primary and secondary carers.

A competitive remuneration package based on your skills and experience.

A calendar of social events and the ability to be involved in our social committee.

Ready to join us

If you feel you have the skills, experience, and attributes to take on this challenging yet rewarding journey, apply now! We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

While we do not have a closing date, we will be reviewing applications as they are received and interviewing suitable people. If you have any questions regarding this position or working for Element Advisory, please contact hr@elementadvisory.com.au

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