• Deliver legal support that empowers communities and transforms lives.
• $97,378 - $119,872 + Super + up to $15,899 tax-free salary packaging!
• Enjoy a purpose-driven career with paid training, RDOs, cultural immersion, and flexible work options.
• Be part of a trusted team creating safer, informed, and empowered Aboriginal communities in the Top End.

About North Australian Aboriginal Family Legal Service (NAAFLS)

NAAFLS is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation and an independent Family Violence Prevention Legal Service. We provide culturally safe legal and non-legal wraparound support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander victim survivors of domestic, family, and sexual violence (DFSV) in more than 45 remote communities across the Top End, East Arnhem, Big Rivers and Central Desert regions of the Northern Territory.

With offices in Darwin, Katherine, and Nhulunbuy, our unique bi-cultural model pairs Aboriginal case support workers with solicitors to provide trauma-informed, holistic services. Our work is founded on the belief that Aboriginal communities must lead the policies, laws, and systems that affect them, and that both men and women play a role in ending violence.

NAAFLS is guided by principles of Cultural Respect, Collaboration, Trust, and Courage. As a leading authority on DFSV in the Northern Territory, we advocate for systemic change while walking alongside the communities we serve.

About the Opportunity

NAAFLS is seeking full-time Solicitors to join our teams in Darwin and Katherine, NT, to join our team delivering civil legal services across the Top End.

You’ll work closely with Aboriginal case support workers to provide legal assistance in family law, child protection, and domestic and family violence matters. This role will involve regular travel to remote communities to attend bush court circuits and community visits.

Some positions are linked to an exciting new program, while others form part of our core service delivery.

For a full list of duties and responsibilities, click Apply Now!

About You

To qualify, you must be admitted as a legal practitioner in Australia and eligible for a Northern Territory practising certificate. A minimum of 1 year post-admission experience in a relevant legal role is essential.

Experience in family law, domestic and family violence, or child protection is highly desirable. Applicants with 1–2 years of experience are encouraged to apply, as are mid-level (3–5+ years) and senior candidates as we have multiple openings available.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Experience in family law, domestic and family violence, or child protection
• Understanding of or experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Willingness and ability to travel to remote communities by 4WD or light aircraft
• Commitment to trauma-informed and culturally safe legal practice
• Interest in community legal education and systemic advocacy

You will also need a current ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence, a Working with Children Clearance, a clear Criminal History Check and a willingness and ability to travel to remote communities (1 - 2 trips per month).

In addition to your qualifications, you are someone who:

• Genuinely believes in the power of law to create social change
• Has a deep respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and a willingness to continually build cultural competency
• Listens before speaking, and understands the value of working collaboratively with colleagues and communities
• Is empathetic, adaptable, and able to navigate complex, emotionally charged situations with care and professionalism
• Brings integrity, accountability, and a strong work ethic to everything you do
• Has a flexible and adventurous spirit, and is open to the unexpected challenges and rewards of life and work in the Top End
• Seeks a long-term opportunity with an organisation that is committed to developing and retaining staff who align with its mission
• Is aligned with NAAFLS’ values and vision of safe, empowered communities

We’re looking for individuals who bring a genuine commitment to social justice and the wellbeing of Aboriginal clients, demonstrating empathy and cultural sensitivity in every aspect of their work. You’ll need strong adaptability and resilience to thrive in remote, complex environments, especially when managing emotionally intense subject matter.

Collaboration is key. Success in this role means working respectfully and effectively within a bicultural team structure. We value open-mindedness and welcome those who are willing to re-examine legal practice through a First Nations lens. Above all, we seek candidates who are committed to long-term impact and are ready to grow with the organisation.

About the Benefits

Compensation based on skills and experience, is a competitive annual salary of $97,377 – $119,871 plus superannuation, with potential for negotiation beyond this range for highly suitable candidates, and a host of excellent benefits including:

• Up to $15,899 tax-free salary packaging
• 6 week’ annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• Time off in lieu for travel outside standard hours
• $130+ per day tax-free travel allowance when travelling overnight
• Paid parental leave (6 weeks after 12 months of service)
• $1,000 annual training budget for professional development
• Monthly RDOs and flexible working arrangements
• Off-site counselling and cultural supervision support available
• Access to uniform, laptop, iPhone, and all tools required for the role
• 4WD training, First Aid training, and cultural competency training included

Relocation Assistance is available for suitable candidates looking to relocate to Darwin or Katherine.

Why Join NAAFLS?

• Team Environment: Inclusive, supportive, and flexible workplace with a strong sense of purpose
• Relocation Support & Travel Perks: Assistance for those moving from interstate, plus paid travel with allowances and safety protocols in place
• Career Development: Ongoing supervision, annual performance reviews, and a clear focus on growing internal talent and providing long-term opportunities
• Purpose-Driven Work: Play a vital role in delivering culturally appropriate legal and support services that empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities against domestic, family, and sexual violence
• Values-Led Culture: Join a team guided by Cultural Respect, Collaboration, Trust, and Courage — where community needs are at the centre of everything we do
• Bi-Cultural Model: Work alongside Aboriginal case support workers in a collaborative structure that values cultural knowledge equally with legal expertise
• Training & Development:
  • Annual individual training budget
  • Core training in areas like anti-discrimination and suicide prevention
  • Cultural competency training
  • Ongoing supervision, performance reviews
  • Structured career pathways support your long-term growth
• Supportive Workplace: Thrive in an inclusive and flexible team environment that prioritises wellbeing, with access to counselling, off-site supervision, and cultural support
• Relocation & Travel Perks: Receive relocation assistance if moving from interstate, plus paid travel with generous allowances and safety protocols for field trips to remote communities
• Trusted and Respected: Be part of an organisation regarded as a leading authority in the Northern Territory for DFSV matters, and trusted by the communities we serve

Learn more about our vision in the NAAFLS Strategic Plan 2024–2029.

Be Part of Something Bigger

NAAFLS is a proud member of a national network of Family Violence Prevention Legal Services (FVPLS). Your success here can open doors across Australia, but more importantly, it puts you at the heart of something that matters deeply — supporting Aboriginal people, families, and communities in their pursuit of justice, healing, and empowerment.

Ready to Apply?

This is more than a legal job—it’s a mission with meaning. If you're ready to be part of a values-led team that's creating generational change, we want to hear from you. Apply Now!