Senior Legal Officer

ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT

“Making mabu liyan real for all, always”

People, land, culture, prosperity

Nyamba Buru Yawuru (NBY) means ‘This is the place of Yawuru’. NBY is the operational company of the Yawuru Native Title Holders Aboriginal Corporation. NBY manages the day-to-day business of Yawuru and is engaged in a diverse range of projects which helps to provide social, cultural, environmental, and financial sustainability for the future of Yawuru people.

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Senior Legal Officer, under the supervision of the General Counsel, is responsible for providing legal support to the Boards of the Yawuru Corporate Group including in relation to commercial, property and native title matters. The Legal Officer / Senior Legal Officer will assist to ensure activities on Yawuru land are systematically assessed, approved and monitored to safeguard the native title rights and interests and cultural heritage of the Yawuru community.

Note: Suitable candidates seeking part-time employment will be considered.

ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Admitted as a legal practitioner in WA holding a current unrestricted practising certificate

2. At least 5 years post admission commercial or native title experience

3. Ability to effectively time manage a high and diverse workload

4. Previous supervisory or senior legal experience

5. Excellent written and oral communications skills

6. Knowledge and understanding of issues and barriers facing Aboriginal people

7. Demonstrated commitment and initiative

8. Ability to be an effective team member

DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA

8. Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team environment

9. Awareness of requirements, trends and issues relating to corporate governance

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications close at 5pm on 25 September 2024, and can be submitted via SEEK or be sent electronically to recruitment@yawuru.org.au including the following:

1. Cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria.

2. Resume / CV

Should you require further information relating to this position or process, we welcome your call on (08) 9192 9604 or ask for Bronwyn Clark, Manager Human Resources & Organisational Development at Reception.