Make a meaningful impact supporting First Nations self-determination in the Kimberley!

$119,000 + super + salary packaging up to $31,800 + relocation and housing allowances

Work in a dynamic, mission-driven team, protecting Country and preserving Indigenous cultural heritage

About Kimberley Land Council

Join the Kimberley Land Council (KLC), a peak Indigenous organisation committed to empowering Kimberley Aboriginal people. Founded in 1978, KLC works tirelessly across the Kimberley region to achieve native title recognition, deliver environmental and cultural land management, and build sustainable, culturally-led enterprises.

Our mission is to support Traditional Owners to “get back country, look after country, and get control of the future.” We do this through collaborative legal work, strong corporate governance, and environmental programs including carbon and fire projects, the Kimberley Ranger Network, and our pioneering Two-Way Science initiatives.

As part of our team, you’ll help uphold Indigenous rights and contribute to tangible outcomes for community-led aspirations across Country.

About the Opportunity

Kimberley Land Council is looking for a full-time Senior Lawyer based in Broome, Western Australia.

This critical role reports to the Deputy Principal Lawyer and is responsible for delivering legal services related to native title, Aboriginal cultural heritage, and corporate governance. You’ll be working directly with native title parties, PBCs, and Traditional Owners to safeguard their rights, manage agreements, and build governance capacity.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Providing legal advice on native title claims, compensation claims, future acts, and land use agreements

Representing clients in litigation and mediation in the Federal Court and the National Native Title Tribunal

Advising on Aboriginal cultural heritage protections and governance obligations

Attending meetings with clients including directors’ and claim group meetings

Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to their development

Ensuring compliance with applicable legislation including the Native Title Act and CATSI Act

Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams including anthropologists and future act staff

About You

To qualify, you will need to be admitted (or immediately eligible for admission) as a barrister or solicitor in the Supreme Court of Western Australia and the High Court of Australia. While a minimum of five years' experience in legal practice is highly regarded, candidates with significant relevant expertise will also be considered.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

Native title, cultural heritage, or environmental law experience

Litigation experience in the Federal Court or equivalent jurisdictions

Legal advisory experience in mining, corporate governance, or land management

Governance experience with Indigenous corporations or PBCs

Strong stakeholder engagement and cultural competency

Experience supervising or supporting junior practitioners

A commitment to justice and equity for Aboriginal communities

As our ideal candidate, you’ll bring exceptional communication skills, empathy, and professionalism. You’ll be proactive, collaborative, and capable of navigating complex legal issues with care and integrity.

This is a career-defining opportunity to combine legal practice with social justice, working with and for Aboriginal people in one of Australia’s most culturally and environmentally significant regions.

About the Benefits

Based on experience and qualifications, the successful candidate will receive a competitive salary of $119,000 plus:

11% superannuation

Salary packaging of up to $31,800

5 weeks of annual leave

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Relocation assistance of up to $6,000

Subsidised housing allowance

Remote area allowance

Professional development opportunities

Supportive, values-driven workplace culture

Unique opportunity to live and work in Broome, surrounded by the natural beauty and rich heritage of the Kimberley

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about Indigenous rights and ready to make a meaningful contribution, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and be part of a movement protecting Country, culture, and community.