Legal Services – Solicitor or Senior Solicitor Legal Services – Solicitor or Senior Solicitor Location: Hamilton City Employment Type: Permanent Applications Close: 22/02/2024 Are you the next member of Hamilton City Council's LegalServices Team? We're looking for an experienced legal professional whowants to make a difference and join us on our journey to become the leading community-focusedCouncil. If you think it could be you,let's talk. For this role, you must have: a strong knowledge of local government law the ability to make decisive decisions in both pressure situations and times of change excellent communication, negotiation, and strong influencing skills a passion for contract, procurement, or property law previous experience as in-house counsel (it's also for you if you don't meet EVERY one of these points. These are our nice-to-haves, not our must-haves!) Can I work flexibly? Absolutely! The hours and days are flexible around yourneeds and can be discussed with your manager. There is scope for part-time hours making it possible to balance workand family, especially if you're just returning to paid employment. Who will I report to? You'll report directly to the Governance and AssuranceManager, and work closely with the Executive Leadership Team, Elected Membersand Unit Managers. What's in it for me? You'll get to do what you love! – providing legal advice,identifying legal risks, managing external legal service relationships, dealingwith sensitive investigations, using your strong influencing skills andcommunicating across the legal/organisational divides – and at the same timemake a significant contribution to our city. Council also offers a number of other benefits including: free private medical insurance for you (including cover for pre-existing conditions and no excess) and discounted policies for your family members. two paid wellbeing days each year to make sure you are looking after yourself. a strong emphasis on work/life balance. in-house learning and development opportunities. free annual health checks and flu vaccinations. a suite of discounted products/services at local businesses. This job is for you if you: are a consummate multi-tasker who can juggle lots of priorities at once. want to be part of an evolving and exciting team. are confident to challenge the status quo with clients and providers as appropriate. have an eye for detail and bring with you in-depth working experience within the legal services industry. We're shortlisting and interviewing for this role asapplications are received. If this role sounds like it's for you, we'd love tohear from you. Make it happen and apply online today! All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role. View more information about these checks, our commitment to the Privacy act and details for international applicants by clicking here As a council, we believe in creating a welcomingenvironment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga)– we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents thateveryone brings. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to positivelyinfluence the lives of the community so that Hamilton's full potential can beunlocked making it the best place to be. It is important to usthat we support you throughout our selection process (interview andassessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know inadvance so we can make sure these are met. This role is being sourced directly. If/where HamiltonCity Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek thissupport from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not beresponsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other paymentsrelated to unsolicited contact. Contact Us 260 Anglesea St, Hamilton City Council, Private Bag 3010, Hamilton, 3240, New Zealand Email: | Phone: +64 7 838 6699 | Fax: +64 7 838 6599 Monday to Friday 7.45am to 5.00pm Call Centre open 24/7 #J-18808-Ljbffr
