Lawyer — Aboriginal Lands & Energy Projects (Darwin)

Northern Land Council

Darwin

Hybrid

AUD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

15% superannuation on Base/DA

Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accomm.

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Northern Land Council is seeking multiple lawyers to support its Resources and Energy Projects team in Darwin, focusing on drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements linked to mineral and petroleum activities, renewable energy and major projects.

You will work with Traditional Owners and stakeholders, progressing matters from advice to negotiation and, when needed, litigation or arbitration.

Qualifications

Admission to legal practice in an Australian state or territory with at least three years post‑admission experience.
Ability to draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements related to minerals, petroleum, renewable energy and major projects.
Experience advising and representing clients in Aboriginal land and waters matters with cross‑cultural sensitivity.

Responsibilities

Advise and represent the NLC on complex commercial agreements in minerals, energy, infrastructure and related projects.
Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements; progress matters from advice to negotiation and implementation.
Collaborate with Traditional Owners, Aboriginal corporations, government and external counsel; include potential litigation or arbitration.