Senior Lawyer or Lawyer

Senior Lawyer or Lawyer

Competitive remuneration dependent on experience

Based in our West Perth Office.

Native Title Services Goldfields (NTSG) is the recognised native title service provider for the Goldfields Region of Western Australia. Our staff are a dedicated, highly motivated and team-oriented group, operating in a fast paced, complex and dynamic working environment.

Our primary function is to protect and advance the native title rights and interests of the native title claimants and holders of the Goldfields Region.  This includes assisting native title claimants to have their native title rights and interests recognised by the Australian legal system.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Lawyer or unrestricted practitioner to join our team and work in a rewarding, hands-on environment. We are seeking experienced legal professionals who are passionate about supporting and advancing the rights and interests of native title claimants and holders across the Goldfields region.

About the role:

We are seeking a Senior Lawyer to join our team. We also welcome applications from lawyers who hold a current unrestricted Australian practising certificate and are ready to take the next step in their career. Remuneration will be negotiated based on the successful candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience and level of responsibility.

As a Senior Lawyer or unrestricted practitioner, you will provide high-level legal advice and representation to native title claimants, Prescribed Bodies Corporate (PBCs) and Aboriginal communities across a range of native title, future act, mining, land tenure and related matters.

Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will manage complex legal matters, build strong stakeholder relationships and contribute to leadership within the Legal Services Unit through mentoring junior lawyers and less experienced legal staff, coordinating legal work and contributing to the delivery of high-quality legal services. This is an opportunity to undertake meaningful legal work that supports and advances the rights and interests of Traditional Owners across the Goldfields region.

About you:

You are a motivated and experienced legal practitioner who enjoys working collaboratively, has the capacity when necessary to work autonomously and building strong relationships with clients, colleagues and stakeholders.

You can confidently manage complex legal matters, provide practical advice and communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.

You will bring:

• Strong legal judgement and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, advocacy and negotiation abilities
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• A collaborative and team-focused approach
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
• A culturally respectful and community-focused mindset
• A commitment to supporting and empowering Aboriginal people and native title holders

To be considered for this position, it is essential that you have:

• Appropriate legal qualifications, be admitted to practice, or eligible for admission to practice law in WA and in the Federal Court of Australia.
• Experience in provision of legal advice, taking of instructions, preparing legal documents and representing clients in mediations, negotiations, tribunals and/or courts.
• Ability to manage projects, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, supervise or support junior legal practitioners.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to work respectfully with Aboriginal communities.
• High‑level written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to travel regularly, including to remote locations.
• A current WA driver’s licence.
• Ability to obtain a current National Police Clearance.

Previous native title experience will be highly regarded.

Benefits:

• Salary package up to $15,899 per year for living expenses that attract FBT, and an additional $2,650 per year for meals and entertainment.
• 4 weeks leave and 17.5% leave loading.
• Additional paid leave between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
• Unlimited Employee Assistance Program
• 4WD and Senior First Aid training provided
• Professional development and conference opportunities provided
• Relocation assistance available.
• Flexible working arrangements, including options to work from home, hybrid arrangements and office based.

How do you apply?

Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and motivation for joining NTSG. For any additional information about the role, please contact NTSG HR at ntsghr@dabs.net.au A detailed Duty Statement can be requested by emailing ntsghr@dabs.net.au

Applications close at 5pm on Monday 16 November 2026

You are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible as NTSG reserves the right to shortlist and interview applications as received. While we would love to contact each applicant, this is not always possible, and we thank every applicant in advance for taking the time to apply.

Unsolicited resumes and contact from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Indigenous Australians are encouraged to apply.  We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the needs of our clients and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees.  This is authorised under Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.