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Competitive salary & benefits package, 5 weeks annual leave + paid ChristmasTemporary accommodation and relocation assistance availableProfessional development opportunities availableOUR STORYThe Central Land Council (CLC) is a corporate Commonwealth entity established under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976. The CLC represents traditional landowners, native title holders, and other Aboriginal people in the southern half of the Northern Territoryan area of almost 780,000 square kilometres.The CLC provides its constituents with advice, advocacy, and practical assistance to support their aspirations, manage their land, and protect their rights.AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLANEligible Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. If an Aboriginal applicant is selected, non-Aboriginal applicants will not be assessed.Applicants must have relevant qualifications and demonstrate that they meet essential criteria. An applicant selected under this affirmative action plan will need to provide evidence of eligibility prior to commencement, such as:Completed statutory declaration form, orSupporting statement from an appropriate Aboriginal organizationTHE ROLELE026 Senior Lawyer - ProjectsFIXED TERM CONTRACTThe Senior Lawyer Major Projects provides high-level legal services and advice to the Council, CLC staff, and Aboriginal people within the CLC region.This position offers senior-level legal services to internal units of the CLC, including the Native Title work program, and to specific external projects as required.The Senior Lawyer Major Projects handles their own matters and assists other legal staff in providing legal representation and advice to the CLC, prescribed bodies corporate, traditional Aboriginal landowners, and native title holders on matters under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976 (Cth) (Land Rights Act), the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth) (Native Title Act), and other relevant legislation.BENEFITSCompetitive salary and benefits, 15.4% superannuation, five weeks annual leave, and Christmas shutdown period.Generous salary packaging options (up to $29,000 annually, depending on circumstances);Ongoing district allowance (approximately $3,640 for individuals or $6,600 with dependents);Yearly airfare allowance (approximately $1,300);Relocation assistance if relocating to the region; andSubsidized, fully furnished accommodation for the first four months.The Central Land Council is dedicated to ongoing professional development and career growth. You will have opportunities for professional development and to participate in new projects as the organization grows and innovates.Most importantly, this role offers the chance to work in a diverse environment where you can make a real difference.MANDATORY REQUIREMENTSOchre card (working with vulnerable people check)National police clearance (required for specific positions)Driver''s licenseCONTACT DETAILSIf you''re interested in using your skills to make a real difference, apply now!Closing Date: Thursday, 19 June 2025, or earlier if a suitable candidate is found.For further information about this role, contact Su Sze Ting at (08) 8951 6211.For more information about the application process, contact Jess Howard (Human Resources Advisor) at (08) 8951 6211 or jobs@clc.org.au.Total effective package includes: base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, relocation assistance, annual airfare allowance, and salary packaging options. Annual salary progression is subject to satisfactory performance and follows the enterprise agreements increments.This vacancy is filled as an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975.Position Description #J-18808-Ljbffr