Senior Native Title Legal Leader — Public Sector

u&u Recruitment Partners; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 150 000 - 190 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

u&u Recruitment Partners is partnering with a major NSW government department to appoint a Principal Legal Officer specialising in native title claims and advice. This newly created senior role offers the chance to lead complex matters, shape legal strategy and mentor other lawyers in a collaborative, values-led environment.

Reporting to the Director, you will provide authoritative legal guidance across a portfolio of native title claims, negotiations and advisory matters, working with

Qualifications

• 6+ years post-admission experience and proven ability to lead and develop lawyers.
• Native title experience is highly desirable with broader Aboriginal land rights or government work preferred.

Responsabilités

• Lead complex native title claims and strategic advisory matters.
• Mentor and direct junior lawyers and build team capability.
• Provide high-quality legal advice on native title legislation and related public law.
• Collaborate with government stakeholders, counsel and Crown Solicitor.
• Shape legal strategy and identify risks across a large portfolio.

Connaissances

Native title experience

Description du poste

u&u Recruitment Partners is partnering with a major NSW government department to appoint a Principal Legal Officer specialising in native title claims and advice. This newly created senior role offers the chance to lead complex matters, shape legal strategy and mentor other lawyers in a collaborative, values-led environment.

Reporting to the Director, you will provide authoritative legal guidance across a portfolio of native title claims, negotiations and advisory matters, working with