Location: Darwin (Commencing 2026 at our new Berrimah Office) Status: Full-timeAnnual Salary: $102,669 per annum plus 15% superannuationSupport Traditional Owners by monitoring compliance on key land use agreements.About the RoleAs the Senior Contracts Compliance Officer, you will play a central role in overseeing the effective management, monitoring and administration of land use agreements across Aboriginal land and sea country within the NLC regions. Reporting to the Manager – Permits, Agreements & Compliance Team (PACT), you will ensure contracting parties meet their non-financial obligations.Your day-to-day work will include managing agreement performance, conducting regular compliance reviews, preparing reports for senior leadership, refining contract management systems and procedures, and liaising closely with Traditional Owners, stakeholders and contracting parties. You will also contribute to the development and implementation of contract management plans, support the Permit Administration System, and escalate significant compliance issues to the Legal Team when required.This senior position is ideal for someone who thrives on complex compliance work, values accuracy and accountability, and is committed to supporting outcomes that protect cultural values and uphold the rights of Traditional Owners.About YouYou are an experienced contract management professional who brings strong technical capability, sound judgement and a high level of professionalism to your work. You have experience navigating complex agreements, maintaining strong stakeholder relationships, and operating effectively within legislative and organisational frameworksYou will bring:Relevant tertiary qualifications such as an Advanced Diploma of Business, Contract Management, or equivalent experienceMinimum of three (3) years practical experience in contract management or a related fieldStrong ICT capability with experience using systems such as ALTAR, CRM, TRIM, or the ability to quickly learn new platformsCurrent Northern Territory Driver’s licence or ability to obtain one prior to commencementKnowledge and understanding of the relevant legislation affecting Aboriginal land and sea management including the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976 (Cth.) and the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth.)For a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below. Why Join the NLC?At the Northern Land Council, your work has real impact. As a member of the NLC team, you will contribute to ensuring that agreements relating to Aboriginal land are carried out lawfully, transparently, and in accordance with the expectations of Traditional Owners. Your role directly supports outcomes that safeguard cultural values, reinforce environmental responsibilities, and deliver meaningful benefits to Aboriginal communities across the Top End.We offer:Base salary $102,669 + 15% superannuationSalary packaging up to $15,900 p.a. (+ $2,650 meals/accommodation)District allowance: $2,678 (with dependents) or $4,884 (without)Five (5) weeks annual leave, 18 days personal leave.Important DatesThe NLC’s annual close-down period runs from 22 December 2025 to 4 January 2026. The organisation will relocate to its new Berrimah office in early January, with new employees commencing from 20 January 2026How to ApplyPlease submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest in the role and your relevant experience.For further information, please contact Summer Jeffry on 089205105Applications close: 12 January 2025.About the Northern Land CouncilThe NLC is an independent statutory authority established under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976. We represent Traditional Owners and Aboriginal communities across the Top End, supporting their aspirations for land, sea, and cultural management.We are committed to equity, inclusion, and cultural safety, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds who share these values.Be part of work that ensures Aboriginal people can make informed decisions about resource use on their land.Be part of our next chapterThis is an exciting time to join the NLC as we move into a new modern workplace and strengthen our capacity to deliver meaningful outcomes for Aboriginal people and communities across the Northern Territory.  AUD Berrimah 0828

Senior Contracts Compliance Officer

  • Location: Darwin (Commencing 2026 at our new Berrimah Office) 
  • Status: Full-time
  • Annual Salary: $102,669 per annum plus 15% superannuation

Support Traditional Owners by monitoring compliance on key land use agreements.

About the Role

As the Senior Contracts Compliance Officer, you will play a central role in overseeing the effective management, monitoring and administration of land use agreements across Aboriginal land and sea country within the NLC regions. Reporting to the Manager – Permits, Agreements & Compliance Team (PACT), you will ensure contracting parties meet their non-financial obligations.

Your day-to-day work will include managing agreement performance, conducting regular compliance reviews, preparing reports for senior leadership, refining contract management systems and procedures, and liaising closely with Traditional Owners, stakeholders and contracting parties. You will also contribute to the development and implementation of contract management plans, support the Permit Administration System, and escalate significant compliance issues to the Legal Team when required.

This senior position is ideal for someone who thrives on complex compliance work, values accuracy and accountability, and is committed to supporting outcomes that protect cultural values and uphold the rights of Traditional Owners.

About You

You are an experienced contract management professional who brings strong technical capability, sound judgement and a high level of professionalism to your work. You have experience navigating complex agreements, maintaining strong stakeholder relationships, and operating effectively within legislative and organisational frameworks

You will bring:

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications such as an Advanced Diploma of Business, Contract Management, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of three (3) years practical experience in contract management or a related field
  • Strong ICT capability with experience using systems such as ALTAR, CRM, TRIM, or the ability to quickly learn new platforms
  • Current Northern Territory Driver’s licence or ability to obtain one prior to commencement

Knowledge and understanding of the relevant legislation affecting Aboriginal land and sea management including the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976 (Cth.) and the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth.)

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

 Why Join the NLC?

At the Northern Land Council, your work has real impact. As a member of the NLC team, you will contribute to ensuring that agreements relating to Aboriginal land are carried out lawfully, transparently, and in accordance with the expectations of Traditional Owners. Your role directly supports outcomes that safeguard cultural values, reinforce environmental responsibilities, and deliver meaningful benefits to Aboriginal communities across the Top End.

We offer:

  • Base salary $102,669 + 15% superannuation
  • Salary packaging up to $15,900 p.a. (+ $2,650 meals/accommodation)
  • District allowance: $2,678 (with dependents) or $4,884 (without)
  • Five (5) weeks annual leave, 18 days personal leave.

Important Dates

The NLC’s annual close-down period runs from 22 December 2025 to 4 January 2026.

The organisation will relocate to its new Berrimah office in early January, with new employees commencing from 20 January 2026

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest in the role and your relevant experience.

For further information, please contact Summer Jeffry on 089205105

Applications close: 12 January 2025.

About the Northern Land Council

The NLC is an independent statutory authority established under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976. We represent Traditional Owners and Aboriginal communities across the Top End, supporting their aspirations for land, sea, and cultural management.

We are committed to equity, inclusion, and cultural safety, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds who share these values.

Be part of work that ensures Aboriginal people can make informed decisions about resource use on their land.

Be part of our next chapter

This is an exciting time to join the NLC as we move into a new modern workplace and strengthen our capacity to deliver meaningful outcomes for Aboriginal people and communities across the Northern Territory.