Senior Lawyer

MPS Law; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

MPS Law in South Australia is seeking a senior native title lawyer to deliver high-quality native title outcomes for SA-based clients and across Australia, in a flexible, values-driven environment. You will advise RNTBCs, negotiate native title and cultural heritage agreements, and facilitate meetings with stakeholders, with strong support for autonomy and professional growth.

Regular travel within SA and nationally is possible, and the role emphasises respectful engagement with First Nations

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience in native title law (essential).
• Strong experience advising RNTBCs and working on claim resolution.
• Experience in native title and cultural heritage agreement-making (highly regarded).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.
• High level of accuracy, organisation, and professionalism.
• Experience with time recording and legal practice systems.
• Unrestricted practising certificate in South Australia (or eligible).
• Demonstrates respect for First Nations clients and commitment to self-determination.

Responsibilities

• Advising and supporting Registered Native Title Body Corporates (RNTBCs).
• Native title and cultural heritage agreement making and negotiations.
• Facilitating meetings and engaging with stakeholders.

Skills

Native title law

Legal drafting

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Travel readiness

Job description

MPS Law is a highly respected boutique practice specialising in native title, commercial law and dispute resolution. We work alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations to achieve outcomes that support self-determination and deliver lasting impact.

We are looking for an additional senior lawyer who wants to do meaningful, high-quality work in a flexible, supportive, and values-driven environment, based in South Australia.

This is not a traditional law firm role. You will be trusted, supported, and given the flexibility to do your best work.

Genuinely flexible work – work from home based in SA or from our Adelaide CBD office

High-impact work – be directly involved in significant native title matters and negotiations across the country, with a focus on SA based clients

Supportive, high-performing team – collaborative culture with strong mentoring and regular check-ins

Wellbeing focus – EAP access, weekly Pilates in the Adelaide office, and proactive work-life balance support

Clear progression – transparent performance processes and a track record of internal promotion

Values-led practice – commitment to cultural respect, unconscious bias training, and equitable briefing

We are proud of our reputation for delivering excellent legal outcomes while staying true to our values.

About the role

You will play a key role in delivering native title outcomes, working closely with clients, counsel, and stakeholders across Australia but with a focus on our South Australian-based clients.

Your work will primarily include:

• Advising and supporting Registered Native Title Body Corporates (RNTBCs)
• Native title and cultural heritage agreement making and negotiations
• Facilitating meetings and engaging with stakeholders

This role involves regular travel to regional locations around South Australia with other travel nationally from time-to-time. Strong communication skills, both written and interpersonal, and time management are essential.

About you

You are an experienced native title lawyer who combines technical excellence with sound judgment and a strong alignment with our values.

You will bring:

• 4+ years' experience in native title law (essential)
• Strong experience advising RNTBCs and working on claim resolution
• Experience in native title and cultural heritage agreement-making (highly regarded)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively
• A high level of accuracy, organisation, and professionalism
• Experience with time recording and legal practice systems
• An unrestricted practising certificate in South Australia (or eligibility to obtain one)
• Most importantly, you demonstrate genuine respect for First Nations clients and a commitment to supporting self-determination.

Flexible working, based in South Australia

Our office is based on Kaurna Country (Adelaide) and we offer genuine flexibility for team members to work from home and/or our Adelaide office.

For practitioners currently based interstate but looking for an interstate change, assistance with relocation may be negotiable for the right candidate.