Corporate and Legal Services Assistant
3 days ago
About Us
The Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation (Wurundjeri Corporation) is a Registered Aboriginal Party appointed under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006. The Corporation holds statutory responsibilities for the protection and management of Aboriginal cultural heritage and Aboriginal intangible heritage on Wurundjeri Country. Additional functions of the Corporation include, environmental land management, cross-cultural education, traditional welcome to country and smoking ceremonies, research and cultural consultations.
Position: Corporate and Legal Services Assistant
Full-time, ongoing – Abbotsford head office with generous hybrid options.
About the Role
Reporting to the Corporate Services Manager and Legal Counsel, the Corporate and Legal Services Assistant is a specialised hybrid role providing sophisticated administrative support across the Corporation while also delivering direct assistance on legal matters to the CEO and Legal Counsel. The position blends the functions of a high-level corporate administrator with those of a legal secretary/paralegal. It requires the application of analytical skills and procedural knowledge derived from formal legal training to manage complex contracts, support treaty negotiations, ensure corporate compliance, and provide essential support for the Corporation's legal and strategic activities.
Key Responsibilities:
· Provide direct administrative and paralegal support to the CEO and designated legal counsel on a range of legal matters; manage legal correspondence, prepare briefs, and maintain organised legal files and evidence registers.
· Assist with drafting, proofread, and format complex documents including contracts, submissions, board papers, and legal correspondence, ensuring a high degree of accuracy and professional presentation.
· Assist with the administration of the contract management system for all contractual agreements when required. This includes tracking key dates, coordinating reviews with legal counsel, and ensuring executed documents are correctly filed and obligations monitored.
· Assist with the coordination of the Corporation's engagement in the Victorian treaty process by organising meetings, managing the flow of sensitive information, and assisting legal counsel with the preparation of materials for negotiation.
· Assist the Corporate Services Manager in maintaining compliance with the Corporations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006 by supporting policy reviews, preparing compliance reports, and administering corporate registers.
· Coordinate the preparation and distribution of board and subcommittee papers, agendas, and minutes, ensuring high standards of accuracy and record-keeping for governance purposes when required.
· Act as a point of contact between internal staff and external legal counsel, government agencies, and corporate partners, ensuring professional, timely, and confidential communication when required.
· Undertake additional tasks as directed by the Corporate Services Manager and Legal Counsel.
About You
· A Bachelor of Laws or equivalent qualification from a recognised common law jurisdiction.
· Right to work in Australia.
· Proven experience in a role requiring the application of legal knowledge, such as a paralegal, legal secretary, or contracts administrator.
Benefits of working at the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation
· Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits (opportunity to earn tax-free income)
· Flexible work arrangements
· Free onsite parking
How to Apply
If you are passionate about protecting and promoting the cultural heritage of Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung, please apply by submitting your resume and cover letter via the 'Quick Apply' button.
If you would like further details about the role, please email
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Friday 3rd October 2025
We welcome and encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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