• Location: Darwin
• Status: Full-time

The Northern Land Council (NLC) is seeking a skilled and motivated Internal Audit & Compliance Officer to join our Governance, Compliance and Risk team.

This is a unique opportunity to support strong governance and compliance within a complex statutory organisation that represents Aboriginal people across the Top End of the Northern Territory. Bring your expertise and help drive accountability and continuous improvement across the NLC.

About the Role

The Internal Audit & Compliance Officer is a key contributor to the delivery of NLC’s internal audit and compliance frameworks, helping to embed a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement. As part of the Governance, Compliance and Risk team, this role offers the opportunity to work across the organisation, engage with a broad range of stakeholders, and support strong corporate governance that empowers Traditional Owners and Aboriginal communities throughout the Top End.

What you will bring:

We’re seeking a candidate with proven experience in governance, compliance, or risk, complemented by strong communication and organisational skills. Ideally, you’ll have supported internal audit and compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures, and be familiar with conducting internal compliance reviews (“health checks”) and preparing reports that drive continuous improvement. Your ability to monitor and report against key corporate deadlines—including accurate dashboard reporting—will be key to thriving in this role

In addition to this you will have

• A minimum Advanced Diploma of Governance, Risk and Compliance (or equivalent experience).
• At least 2 years’ experience in governance, compliance, quality assurance, corporate policy or interpreting legislation.
• Knowledge of legislative and policy frameworks relevant to Aboriginal Land Councils or the ability to acquire this quickly.
• Knowledge of the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 is highly desirable

For a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below.

Please note this is a compliance auditing role, not a financial auditing role

What’s in it for you?

As part of a dedicated and collaborative team that supports your professional development, this is an exciting opportunity to play a role in helping to contribute to the implementation and administration of the NLC’s Internal Audit and Compliance Frameworks to foster a culture of good governance and compliance across the NLC.

The NLC offers competitive and attractive remuneration, work life balance and a unique opportunity to support our Aboriginal communities in the NLC region.

We offer:

• A base salary of $84,985 per annum plus 15% superannuation and salary sacrificing up to $15,900 + Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accommodation benefits up to $2,650 per year.
• Other benefits under our Enterprise Agreement include:

• District allowance of up to $4,631 per annum for individuals with dependents and $2,539 without dependents.
• 5 weeks annual leave, leaving loading, 18 days personal leave;
• Paid Christmas close down;
• Upon completion of 12 months of service an Annual airfare with a net (in hand) value of $2,724

Interested applicants should send a copy of their CV along with a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this position and what relevant skills and experiences you will bring to the role.

If you have any further queries please contact: Sarah Arblaster 0456 99 11 35

Applications Close: Tuesday 7 October 2025

About the NLC

The Northern Land Council (NLC) is an independent statutory authority of the Commonwealth. The NLC is established under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976 (Cth) and its purpose is to serve its constituents who are Traditional Owners and other Aboriginal people living in their region. Cultural knowledge and lived experience are central to the work that we do here at the NLC. We are committed to enhancing Aboriginal peoples’ social, political and economic participation by supporting their aspirations and amplifying their voices on a range of issues impacting on their lands, seas, culture and communities.