Land Tenure Management / Property Paralegal

About the role

APA, Australia's energy infrastructure partner, is looking for a Land Tenure Management Officer / Property Paralegal to join its Engineering & Technical Solutions team in Brisbane, QLD or Perth, WA. This is a full-time permanent position reporting to the Corridor Integrity Lead, responsible for managing land tenure for the operational assets required by APA.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the management of databases for new and existing land tenure, agreements and financial obligations.
• Prepare, review and support the execution of legal documents such as leases, co-use deeds, access agreements, easements and other property-related documentation.
• Lead the resolution of outstanding tenure issues so that APA's rights and interests, such as easements, are fully protected.
• Manage lease-related activities, including renewals, reviews and termination.
• Facilitate clear and timely communication with internal and external stakeholders on property management and land tenure matters.

Required profile

• Strong knowledge of land tenure systems and legislation across Australian states.
• Proven ability to research, interpret and apply relevant legislation.
• Experience building positive relationships with private, corporate and government landholders and their representatives.
• Advanced skills in stakeholder liaison, negotiation and influencing, with good time management and organisational abilities.
• Commitment to safety, adherence to safe practices and readiness to travel, including to remote locations.
• Eligibility to work in Australia; candidates are subject to background vetting (including police checks).

Required skills

• Preparing and executing legal documents related to land tenure and land use.
• Stakeholder liaison, negotiation and influencing.

What we offer

• Targeted career development programs.
• Competitive remuneration and employee benefits.
• Flexible working arrangements and wellbeing initiatives.
• Inclusive parental leave of 18 weeks, including superannuation.

The role closes on Sunday, 22 November 2026. APA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.