Location: Berrimah Status: Full-timeAnnual Salary:  $76,946 per annum plus 15% superannuationSpecial Measures: Priority Consideration – Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicantsAbout the RoleThe Northern Land Council (NLC) is looking for a highly organised Council Payments and Liaison Officer to support the Full Council, Executive Council and Regional Councils through accurate payments, travel coordination and professional liaison services. This role is ideal for someone with payroll or finance experience who enjoys working with people, values accuracy, and understands the importance of culturally respectful governance support.About YouIn this role, you’ll be responsible for preparing and processing Council payments, travel allowances and accommodation payments in line with NLC policies, payroll requirements and relevant legislation. You’ll also support Council logistics, including travel bookings, meeting attendance records and responding to member queries.Working closely with the Coordinator Council Services and Council Secretary and Liaison Officer, you’ll ensure Council members are supported to participate fully in governance processes. You’ll maintain accurate records in systems such as TRIM, assist with reporting and audits, and contribute to continuous improvement of Council payment and logistics processes.What You Will BringYou are a detail-focused professional with experience in payroll, finance or payment processing who takes pride in accuracy, confidentiality and service delivery. You communicate clearly, work well in cross-cultural environments and understand the importance of respectful engagement with Aboriginal Council members.You will have:At least two (2) years’ previous experience in payroll, finance or payment processingExperience supporting boards, elected bodies or Council membersStrong attention to detail and accuracy with financial and personal informationProficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn systems such as TechOne and TRIMA current C Class Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel remotely as requiredFor a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below.This position is designated for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants under section 57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT). This measure aims to increase Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment and representation within the Northern Land Council and to ensure culturally appropriate service delivery to Traditional Owners and Aboriginal communities.Why join the NLC? This is a meaningful opportunity to support Aboriginal governance and decision-making at the highest levels of the organisation. You’ll join a friendly team in a purpose-driven workplace that values integrity, collaboration and cultural respect.We offer:Base salary: $76,946 per annum plus 15% superannuation;Salary packaging up to $15,900 p.a. (plus meal and accommodation benefits up to $2,650);District allowance of up to $4,884 (with dependents) or $2,678 (without);Five (5) weeks annual leave, leave loading, 18 days personal leave;Annual airfare after 12 months of service (net value $3,177); andThe opportunity to work in a new modern office in Berrimah, designed for collaboration and wellbeingHow To apply To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest in the position and how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.For further information, please contact: Anne-Maree Hevey on (08) 8931 5557Qualified applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given priority consideration in selection.Applications Close: Tuesday 3 February  2026.About the NLC The NLC is an independent statutory authority established under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976.  We support Traditional Owners and Aboriginal communities across the Top End to manage their lands, seas and cultures.We are committed to equity, inclusion, and cultural safety, and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.Be part of our next chapterJoin us as we move into a modern new workplace and strengthen the systems that support Aboriginal leadership and community governance across the Northern Territory.DS05 Council Payments and Liaison Officer PD AUD Darwin 0800

Council Payments and Liaison Officer

  • Location: Berrimah 
  • Status: Full-time
  • Annual Salary:  $76,946 per annum plus 15% superannuation
  • Special Measures: Priority Consideration – Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants

About the Role

The Northern Land Council (NLC) is looking for a highly organised Council Payments and Liaison Officer to support the Full Council, Executive Council and Regional Councils through accurate payments, travel coordination and professional liaison services. This role is ideal for someone with payroll or finance experience who enjoys working with people, values accuracy, and understands the importance of culturally respectful governance support.

About You

In this role, you’ll be responsible for preparing and processing Council payments, travel allowances and accommodation payments in line with NLC policies, payroll requirements and relevant legislation. You’ll also support Council logistics, including travel bookings, meeting attendance records and responding to member queries.

Working closely with the Coordinator Council Services and Council Secretary and Liaison Officer, you’ll ensure Council members are supported to participate fully in governance processes. You’ll maintain accurate records in systems such as TRIM, assist with reporting and audits, and contribute to continuous improvement of Council payment and logistics processes.

What You Will Bring

You are a detail-focused professional with experience in payroll, finance or payment processing who takes pride in accuracy, confidentiality and service delivery. You communicate clearly, work well in cross-cultural environments and understand the importance of respectful engagement with Aboriginal Council members.

You will have:

  • At least two (2) years’ previous experience in payroll, finance or payment processing
  • Experience supporting boards, elected bodies or Council members
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy with financial and personal information
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn systems such as TechOne and TRIM
  • A current C Class Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel remotely as required

For a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below.

This position is designated for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants under section 57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT). This measure aims to increase Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment and representation within the Northern Land Council and to ensure culturally appropriate service delivery to Traditional Owners and Aboriginal communities.

Why join the NLC? 

This is a meaningful opportunity to support Aboriginal governance and decision-making at the highest levels of the organisation. You’ll join a friendly team in a purpose-driven workplace that values integrity, collaboration and cultural respect.

We offer:

  • Base salary: $76,946 per annum plus 15% superannuation;
  • Salary packaging up to $15,900 p.a. (plus meal and accommodation benefits up to $2,650);
  • District allowance of up to $4,884 (with dependents) or $2,678 (without);
  • Five (5) weeks annual leave, leave loading, 18 days personal leave;
  • Annual airfare after 12 months of service (net value $3,177); and
  • The opportunity to work in a new modern office in Berrimah, designed for collaboration and wellbeing

How To apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest in the position and how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.

For further information, please contact: Anne-Maree Hevey on (08) 8931 5557

Qualified applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given priority consideration in selection.

Applications Close: Tuesday 3 February  2026.

About the NLC

The NLC is an independent statutory authority established under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976.  We support Traditional Owners and Aboriginal communities across the Top End to manage their lands, seas and cultures.

We are committed to equity, inclusion, and cultural safety, and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.

Be part of our next chapter

Join us as we move into a modern new workplace and strengthen the systems that support Aboriginal leadership and community governance across the Northern Territory.

DS05 Council Payments and Liaison Officer PD