Intellectually stimulating, professionally engaging, personally rewarding and lifestyle accommodating is the basis of a career with Crown Law. With five legal branches and 15 teams, a broad range of legal services are offered with many opportunities. You will enjoy a flexible working environment with excellent employment conditions. We offer competitive salary packages and generous superannuation. Other benefits include part-time arrangements, flexible working hours, various leave provisions, telecommuting, reward and recognition programs and employee assistance schemes. Crown Law is committed to the personal and professional development of all staff, providing a number of programs to help staff reach their full potential. Our values are - Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Responsibility.

Job details

As part of the Native Title and Resources Team, you will provide expert legal advice and representation on matters relating to native title, cultural heritage, and resources law. This includes advising on the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth), particularly in relation to public infrastructure projects, Indigenous Land Use Agreements (ILUAs), mining and resources projects, and associated agreements and applications. You will also provide guidance on the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2003 (Qld), the Torres Strait Islander Cultural Heritage Act 2003 (Qld), and the Human Rights Act 2019 (Qld), including drafting and negotiating cultural heritage agreements and management plans. Additionally, you will represent the State in Federal Court proceedings, National Native Title Tribunal matters, and Land Court proceedings, including those involving native title determinations, compensation claims, consent determinations, contested hearings, and appeals.

Why Join Crown Law?

Crown Law offers a career that is rewarding, engaging and supportive of your work life balance. Here's what you can expect: 

• A permanent, flexible full time Queensland public sector role. 
• WFH and flexible work arrangements, including a 36.25-hour work week 
• Salary package: $102,817.00 - $111,974.00 plus leave loading and 12.75% employer superannuation contribution. 
• Access to professional development programs, secondment opportunities, and leadership training. 
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values diversity, integrity, and respect. 
• A focus on staff well-being, with strategies to support resilience in managing complex or sensitive matters.

We Value Diversity 

Crown Law is dedicated to fostering a positive and balanced work environment where you can thrive professionally and personally. We encourage and welcome applications from First Nations people, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.

How to Apply 

Please review the attached Role Description and use the “Apply online” button to login or create a My SmartJob account to submit your cover letter and resume.

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/691606/26

Closing Date: Wednesday, 24th June 2026 

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 691606-26-Role Description (Word, 122KB)
  Role Description
  
  691606-26-Candidate Information Pack (PDF, 568KB)
  Information Package for Applicants