Legal Officer - FUTURE ACTS MINING AND EXPLORATION (FAME) UNITThe North Queensland Land Council (NQLC) is the recognised Native Title Representative Body for its region, representing approximately 38,000 Aboriginal traditional owners and residents. NQLCs region covers approximately 943,300 km2 of lands and waters and is appointed by the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA), to assist Aboriginal people with all aspects of their native title claims.About the RoleAs a Legal Officer you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the strong performance of the NQLCs statutory functions as a Native Title Representative Body under the Native Title Act 1993, and to provide legal advice, particularly in respect of future acts, large scale mining, renewables and carbon projects and governance compliance.This position is in NQLCs Future Acts Mining and Exploration (FAME) Unit which forms part of the Engagement and Development Support Team (EDST), alongside the PBC Support Unit. The Legal Officer position will report directly to the Senior Legal Officer-Coordinator, FAME Unit and Manager EDST.Applicants must have a minimum of 1 year post admission experience and a background in Native Title, commercial or mining law.Applicants will also need to demonstrate a sensitivity and understanding of current Indigenous issues and aspirations and be able to effectively communicate with Indigenous Australians.Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons are particularly encouraged to apply.How to ApplyA Position Description including Selection Criteria for this position can be downloaded at our website:applicants must address the Selection Criteria in their Application and provide a current CV and two current referees.Applications should be marked Confidential and addressed to:Chief Executive OfficerNorth Queensland Land CouncilPO Box 679, Cairns North, Qld 4870Email: [emailprotected]PLEASE NOTE: CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 5 March 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Legal Officer - FUTURE ACTS MINING AND EXPLORATION (FAME) UNIT