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 corporations law, native title law, contracts and governance and ACNC compliance.

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

Applicants must have a minimum of 1 year post admission experience and a some background in Native Title, commercial or corporations 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.

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

All applicants must address provide a cover letter, current CV, and two current referees.

Applications should be marked ‘Confidential’ and addressed to the Chief Executive Officer at [email protected].