Take leadership of the Ministry's Legal & ProcurementfunctionsSmall, friendly central government agency | Significantlegislative programmePermanent full time | Scenic Wellington CBDwaterfront location Key leadership role overseeing the management of legal advice and risk and procurement contracts, helping shape the future of transport in Aotearoa.
TeManatuWaka, Ministry of Transport, is the system leader for the transportsectorwhether it's on land, at sea, in the air, or connecting Aotearoa tothe world. We are the Government's principal adviser on transport policy,regulation and investment and play a crucial role in ensuring the transportsystem is working to improve the prosperity for New Zealanders.
Our keyresponsibilities include providing policy advice to Government including developinginvestment and regulatory settings, legislative advice and Crown agencygovernance, accountability and performance.
You'll be partof a Ministry leading outcomes that touch the daily lives of almost every NewZealander in some way. You will lead supportive and collaborative teams on interestingpieces of work focusing on delivering the Government's transport priorities.
Reporting theDeputy Chief Executive Regulatory, and as head of the Ministry's Legal andProcurement teams (made up of about 13x staff), you will.
Provide strategic legal advice to the Ministry and MinistersOversee advice and assurance on legal risk to inform a range of actionsand activities of Ministry, including commercial and contract advice and adviceon regulatory decision makingLead specialist and expert procurement and contract advice and supportSet and drive the strategy for both the Legal and Procurement teamsContinue to build and enhance the teams' performance to maximise thecontribution to the Ministry's outcomes and Government goals.Recently theMinistry implemented a new structure and operatingmodel to position it to support the Government to deliver its priorities.
Te wahi ki a koe | What you'll bring Extensive experience as a SolicitorNew Zealand practicing certificate (or eligibility to hold one)In-depth knowledge of New Zealand government legislative and policyprocessesExperience of working in government, a sound understanding of the roleof the public service and of working with Ministers and other governmentdepartments and agenciesProven leadership experience having the ability to lead, develop and coacha diverse team of professionalstaffThe startingbase salary for this position is $169,590 per annum. The salary offered will bebased on your skills and experience.
Tewahi ki a matou | What we offer Join us and be a part of ourpassionate Ministry, shaping the future of transportation in New Zealand. Inreturn, you'll enjoy working in our great Wellington waterfront location and rangeof employee benefits. Some of our benefits include.
Small,friendly, supportive work environment within a flat structureAdditionalMinistry leave days, wellbeing days and volunteer dayLaptop,mobile and WFH IT equipmentArange of health and wellbeing benefits including an annual wellness paymentModernoffices located on Wellington's scenic waterfront with collaborative workingspaces, showers, storage for bicycles/scooters and personal lockersAwelcoming employee network such as the Maori and Pasifika, Wahine, and Rainbownetworks as well as the PSA and Eco Groups.Me pehea te tono mai |How to apply To view the jobdescription or apply online including a cover letter and CV click Apply.
Applicationsclose midnight, Sunday 28 April 2024. For furtherinformation or to speak confidentially, in the first instance please contactRebecca Bakker, Senior Recruitment Adviser at ****** or on 022 014 5419.
We encourageapplications from people from all backgrounds,orientations andidentities. We aim to have a Ministry that represents the wider Aotearoa thatwe serve. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create aworkplace where everyone feels relevant, valued, supported and a sense ofbelonging.
Please notewe are not engaging with recruitment agencies to fill this vacancy andunsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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