About Queensland South Native Title Services

Queensland South Native Title Services (QSNTS) is a Native Title Service Provider funded by the Federal Government to assist Traditional Owners in the pursuit of their native title aspirations by providing a comprehensive range of statutory services under the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth). We are truly passionate about the work we do and the values by which we live. We are committed to building trusting partnerships and walking together with Traditional Owners to ensure they have the support they need to make strong and informed decisions through every step of the Native Title journey. We are a dynamic team of professionals who are committed to right people, right country, right path.

About the role

The role will work under the direction of a qualified legal practitioner and assist in the delivery of a comprehensive and holistic legal service to progress and complete native title determination applications or compensation claims under the Native Title Act (1993) and to support traditional owners to pursue their native title rights and interests and to support Prescribed Bodies Corporate to manage native title in the post-determination space.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

• Supporting the delivery of native title services, including assisting with the development, maintenance and execution of client management plans and basic project management activities.
• Performing research on case law and claim groups.
• Assisting with preparation of legal documents.
• Performing transcription duties.
• Filing and service of court documents and delivery and retrieval of briefs.
• Drafting correspondence and newsletters.
• Assisting with preparation for meetings and attendance meetings, conferences, workshops and seminars.
• Taking meeting minutes.
• Some weekend work required

About You

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Sound oral and written communication skills, and excellent telephone manner.
• Proficiency on a windows platform and skills and experience using a range of software packages including the Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent time management and multitasking/prioritisation abilities.
• A current open driver’s licence and willing and able to undertake regular travel throughout Queensland.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the cultural, political, economic, environmental and social issues affecting First Nations people would be advantageous.
• Previous experience in a paralegal role is desirable.

What We Offer

We offer a range of employee benefits and programs designed to promote work-life balance, career development, and personal growth. Some of the employee benefits that we offer include:

• Competitive salary packages
• Salary Sacrifice
• Flexible working arrangements
• Generous leave entitlements
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance program
• Cultural awareness training
• Health and well-being initiatives
• Additional 7-Day paid shutdown during the Christmas / New Year period

Apply Now!

If you are ready to make a real impact on people’s lives, we would love to hear from you! To learn more about the role, you can request a Position Description by emailing [email protected].

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, including whether you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

We look forward to hearing from you soon!