Administration Assistant Trainee

• Status: Fulltime – Fixed Term
• Location: Darwin (relocating to new office premises in Berrimah in early 2026) 
• Base Remuneration Package: $54,869 per annum plus 15% superannuation

Join a team that values your growth, expertise, and contributions

The Northern Land Council is seeking a motivated Administration Assistant Trainee to provide administrative and operational support to the Legal Services team.

About the Role

As an Administration Assistant Trainee in the Legal Services team, you'll provide general administrative support, including filing, managing records, preparing documents, and handling correspondence. You'll assist with front desk tasks, appointments, and travel coordination, and contribute to projects and initiatives as part of your on-the-job learning. You'll complete your traineeship studies while working collaboratively with the team, following NLC policies, maintaining confidentiality, professionalism, and cultural respect.  

Join us as we transition into our brand-new, purpose-built office in Berrimah - a modern facility with enhanced collaboration spaces, free onsite parking, and an improved collaborative working environment that supports both people and performance.

What you will Bring

You'll be organised, reliable, and eager to learn. With good communication and teamwork skills, you handle tasks efficiently and support the team in a positive, professional way.

In addition to this, you will have: -

• Completion of Year 10 high school or relevant previous work experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, and other computer applications.
• Ability to communicate confidently and respectfully with staff, Traditional Owners, constituents, and external stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Punctuality and commitment to both work and study requirements.

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

What's in it for you?

At NLC, you'll be part of a team that's deeply connected to Country and community. We offer a supportive workplace, meaningful work, and the chance to contribute to long-term outcomes for Aboriginal people in the Northern Territory.

We offer:

• A base salary of $54,869 per annum plus 15% superannuation and salary sacrificing up to $15,900 + meal entertainment and holiday accommodation benefits up to $2,650 per year.
• Other benefits under our Enterprise Agreement include:
• District allowance of up to $4,884 per annum for individuals with dependents and $2,678 without dependents.
• 5 weeks annual leave, leaving loading, 18 days personal leave;
• Paid Christmas close down;
• Upon completion of 12 months of service an Annual airfare with a net (in hand) value of $3,177

Interested applicants should send a copy of their CV along with a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this position and what relevant skills and expertise you will bring to this role?

How to apply

All applications must be lodged via the NLC Jobs Website and include:

• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria.
• A current CV.

Applications close: Wednesday 20, Nov 2025

This position is designated for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants under section 57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT). Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given priority consideration.

About the Northern Land Council

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

Cultural knowledge and lived experience are central to all we do. 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

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.