Native Title Lawyer

Step into a role that places you at the centre of some of the most significant native title matters across QLD + NSW. Flexibility supported for a healthy work-life balance | 26 weeks parental leave.

Work alongside a well-regarded partner in Native Title Law. Advise government + private clients on culturally significant land use projects.

Your New Firm

Our client is a highly respected national firm who have been recognised as one of the most innovative and contemporary law firms in Brisbane and across its national offices. Your new firm has built a reputation on providing quality legal advice to both Australian and international corporate clients. This firm is known as a great place to work, with an open, caring and supportive culture, where valued relationships are at the core of who they are.

Your New Role

In this role, you’ll act for respondent parties in a large number of native title claims and advise a broad client base including local governments, government corporations, developers, and pastoral holders on the native title and cultural heritage dimensions of major infrastructure and development projects. Joining this highly regarded team means gaining access to a wide scope of matters that few practices can offer. You'll enjoy hands-on experience across:

• Providing strategic advice on compliance with native title and Aboriginal cultural heritage legislation;
• Appearing in Federal Court mediations and case management hearings;
• Conducting due diligence investigations and delivering insightful assessment advice;
• Supporting and leading negotiations on Indigenous Land Use Agreements and Cultural Heritage Agreements.

Some of the benefits on offer include:

• Supportive, modern workplace with a collaborative and inclusive culture.
• Flexible work options including purchased leave, career breaks, and study leave.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregiver;
• Wellbeing support through EAP, flu shots, and regular social events.
• Recognition through referral bonuses and industry-leading awards.
• Strong focus on diversity, gender equality, and pro bono work.

Your Skills Profile

• 1 - 4 years PAE;
• An understanding of native title and cultural heritage legislation;
• Be comfortable working closely with clients and Traditional Owners;
• Be interested in solving novel legal issues;
• Capable of juggling multiple matters and prioritising effectively;
• Have the ability or desire to run with matters with the assistance of a partner, as required;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Self-driven and able to meet deadlines;
• Willingness to undertake pro-bono work, as required;
• Enjoy working in a team environment;
• Travel, when necessary, for meetings or on-country court appearances.

Whilst experience in native title law would be beneficial, we are also interested to hear from those with a genuine passion to practice in this area.

To be considered for this position, click “Apply” to submit your details or call Alex or Sophie on 07 3210 0992 for a strictly confidential discussion quoting reference number 1353174.