Consultant (Legal/Tenure)

About Us

Hetherington is a premier provider of tenement management, legal, and environmental services, supporting leading mining and resource companies across Australia and internationally. Our experienced team thrives in a professional, progressive, and collaborative culture, drawing expertise from offices in Sydney, Perth, and Brisbane.

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated Consultant to join our National team in Perth. The role consists of providing advice to exploration and mining companies within the resources industry. The role offers great potential for growth with clear career advancement and scope for progression in a hybrid Solicitor/Consultant position.

We are looking for a motivated and proactive individual, willing to learn, work independently and as part of the team. The role is suitable for a candidate who is a law graduate with an interest in the resources industry. The role will combine work from all jurisdictions throughout Australia with a focus on Western Australia.

Key Responsibilities

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Client Management:
 Directly liaise with clients to manage tenement portfolios, ensuring all obligations are met.

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Legislative Interpretation:
 Provide clear and concise advice on mining and exploration operations based on current legislation and policies.

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Asset Management:
 Advise on the acquisition, disposal, and amalgamation of mining assets.

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Administrative Duties:
 Handle non-legal administrative tasks related to the maintenance of mining tenement portfolios.

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Regulatory Compliance:
 Monitor tenements, prepare applications, renewals, and objections, and ensure regulatory compliance.

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Environmental and Planning Law:
 Manage approvals, regulations, and compliance for exploration and mining projects.

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Diverse Legal Work:
 Engage in mining law, environmental law, planning law, Native Title, property law, contract law, land management processes, and other relevant disciplines.

About You

The successful candidate will possess:

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Law Degree:
 A Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor, either having been admitted to practice in a jurisdiction within Australia or have an intention to be admitted in a jurisdiction within Australia.

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Legal Acumen:
 Interest and capacity to understand the complexities of relevant legal fields, including mining, environmental, planning, Native Title, contract law, and property law. While prior experience is advantageous, it is not essential.

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Prioritisation Skills:
 Ability to manage and prioritise competing tasks effectively.

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Project Management Skills:
 Strong capability in managing projects from inception to completion.

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Career Ambition:
 A desire to grow professionally within the resources industry.

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Communication Skills:
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to a diverse clientele ranging from small private entities to top-tier publicly listed companies.

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Proactivity and Positivity:
 A proactive approach and a positive attitude towards tasks.

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Team and Independent Work:
 Ability to work both as part of a team and independently with limited supervision.

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Professionalism and Commitment:
 Demonstrate professionalism and a strong commitment to learning.

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Corporate Experience:
 While prior corporate experience is beneficial, it is not a prerequisite.

Benefits

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Permanent Full-Time Position:
 Secure a permanent role with a competitive salary.

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Career Progression:
 Clear scope for career development and advancement.

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Work-Life Balance:
 Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy balance between professional and personal commitments.

How to Apply

To express your interest in this role, please apply through Seek only. Attach your covering letter detailing your interest, relevant experience, and a copy of your resume. 
Submissions without a covering letter will not be considered.

For more information about Hetherington, visit

Application Deadline: Thursday 6 November 2025.

• Note: Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.