Junior Youth Lawyer
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Junior Youth Lawyer NAAJA Darwin
Position: Junior Youth Lawyer
Location: Darwin Northern Territory
Full-Time: 37.5 hours per week
Are You Ready to Make a Difference
The North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency (NAAJA) is calling for passionate purpose-driven early-career lawyers to step into a pivotal role supporting young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the justice system.
This is not your average law job. As a Junior Youth Lawyer youll work at the cutting edge of youth criminal law making a real impact in courtrooms communities and young lives across the Top End.
Why NAAJA
We are a nationally recognised award-winning legal service making lasting change in Aboriginal justice. NAAJA delivers holistic culturally safe and community-led legal support that empowers and protects our clients.
When you join our team you gain access to:
- Competitive salaries
- Salary packaging options
- Generous leave entitlements
- Continuous professional development
- A values-driven collaborative workplace
About the Role
Youll represent young people in the Youth Justice Court and Supreme Court working with dedicated senior staff client service officers and legal support teams. This role involves:
- Court advocacy for youth matters (with senior guidance)
- Providing culturally appropriate legal advice
- Circuit court travel to remote communities
- Contributing to law reform and systemic advocacy
- Its challenging. Its rewarding. And its where real change happens.
Who Were Looking For
We want emerging legal professionals who are:
- Legally qualified (or eligible for NT admission)
- Keen on criminal law especially youth justice
- Culturally aware and sensitive to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
- Strong communicators both in court and across cultures
- Organised and adaptable under pressure
- Willing to travel to remote communities
- Team players who seek advice and grow through collaboration
Youll Need:
- NT Drivers Licence
- Ability to obtain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card)
- Clean criminal history check
Start Your Legal Career with Impact
If youre looking to do meaningful work learn fast and stand up for justice where it matters most this is your moment. Your future in justice starts here.
Apply Now or Learn More:
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Applications close on: 20 June 2025
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
