ABOUT US

The North Queensland Land Council (NQLC) is the recognised Native Title Representative Body for its region, representing approximately 38,000 Aboriginal traditional owners and residents. NQLC’s region covers approximately 943,300 km2 of lands and waters and is appointed by the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA), to assist Aboriginal people with all aspects of their native title claims.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Legal Officer you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the strong performance of the NQLC’s statutory functions as a Native Title Representative Body under the Native Title Act 1993, and to provide legal advice, particularly in respect of future acts, including exploration and mining, development and large infrastructure projects, renewables and carbon projects and cultural heritage matters.

This position is in NQLC’s Future Acts Mining and Exploration (FAME) Unit which forms part of the Engagement and Development Support Team (EDST), alongside the PBC Support Unit. The Legal Officer position will report directly to the Senior Legal Officer-Coordinator, FAME Unit and Manager EDST.

Applicants must hold or be eligible to hold a Legal Practising Certificate in Queensland and, have a minimum of 1 year post admission experience and preferably some background in Native Title, commercial, or mining law.

Applicants will also need to demonstrate a sensitivity and understanding of current Indigenous issues and aspirations and be able to effectively communicate with Indigenous Australians.

next steps

To submit your application, please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons are particularly encouraged to apply.

A Position Description including Selection Criteria can be downloaded below.