At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal advice and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander empowerment.
- Company: Join the National Indigenous Australians Agency, making a real difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a chance to impact communities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Be part of a mission-driven team advocating for Indigenous rights and recognition.
- Qualifications: Legal qualifications and experience in corporate or public law preferred.
The predicted salary is between 81000 - 99000 $ per year.
This is an important time to be working at the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) and contributing to ensure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are heard, recognised and empowered. The Legal Services Branch provides the full suite of in-house government legal services to the NIAA. Our services include provision of legal advice on a range of corporate law, commercial law and public law matters, development of legislation, management of Commonwealth dispute resolution and litigation and procurement of specialist external legal advice when necessary.
Working under the direction of the NIAA General Counsel and Principal Lawyers, the successful candidate will be responsible for work including legal advice, drafting and other strategic support associated with:
- the design, development and implementation of effective legislation, policies and programs in support of the NIAA's objectives
- grant and procurement contracts, property and other commercial law matters
- freedom information, privacy, finance law, employment law and other corporate law matters
- Commonwealth dispute resolution and litigation.
Our Ideal Candidate: As an APS5/6 Lawyer, at the time of application, you must be able to demonstrate:
- commitment to the NIAA Vision - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are heard, recognised and empowered
- excellent communication and collaboration skills
- success in building and maintaining professional relationships, and consulting with internal and external stakeholders
- strong technical legal and analytical skills
- ability to undertake legal research and provide accurate, clear and concise advice with a solution focused approach
- ability to promote the legal practice and maintain professional obligations and skills
- ability to respond quickly and flexibly while managing competing priorities
- ability to work under the general direction of senior staff while exercising a degree of independent judgement.
Qualifications: Legal qualifications, admission to practice and eligibility to hold a government restricted Australian legal practising certificate. APS5 - Lawyer, a minimum of 3 to 6 months of post-admission experience is preferred. APS6 - Lawyer, a minimum of 1 to 3 years of post-admission experience is preferred.
Lawyer employer: National Indigenous Australians Agency
Join a dynamic team at the NIAA in Tennant Creek, where your leadership will directly impact Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across the Barkly Region. We offer a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth through tailored professional development and continuous cultural learning. With a focus on building strong partnerships and delivering meaningful outcomes, this role provides a unique opportunity to make a real difference while working in a collaborative environment.
Contact Details:
National Indigenous Australians Agency Recruitment Team
