Mō tēnei tūranga mahi| About this role
Te ahuatunga a te turanga/About the Role
We are seeking up to two Solicitors to join our Legal Advice Team in the Office of Legal Counsel at the Ministry of Justice. One of the positions is permanent, and the other is for a fixed term (or secondment for State Sector employees) for up to 12 months from mid-May 2021, while one of our solicitors is away on parental leave.
The Office of Legal Counsel offers a stimulating and rewarding legal environment. We provide a broad range of specialist public law and commercial law advice across all areas of Ministry of Justice operations.
We give legal advice about functions, powers, and duties relating to the Ministry's administration and support services for courts and tribunals, and other legal services provided by the Ministry. We advise on the Ministry's procurement, contracting, property, and other commercial activities. We oversee litigation and disputes that involve the Ministry or judicial officers. Our work often touches on constitutional and administrative law, information law, employment law, Crown-Maori legal issues, and civil and criminal procedure. Our team is responsible for advising Ministers on the exercise of the Royal prerogative of mercy, compensation claims for wrongful conviction and imprisonment, extradition requests, and the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act.
Mo te tima/About our Team
At Tahu o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.
Joining the Ministry of Justice means you will become part of an inclusive organisation that values you and the communities we serve.It's our promise to ensure our workplace is one where our people feel healthy and safe, supported and able to be themselves at work. We value respect as the foundation for building a positive workplace culture and one where diversity is welcomed and celebrated.
He pukenga tou/Skills and Experience
To be successful in the role
you will be eligible to hold a practising certificate
have some previous experience providing legal advice to internal and external clients
demonstrate well developed communication and relationship management skills
Tono mai/How to Apply
To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.
Salary Range per annum: $70,445-$99,452 and starting salary will be based on skills and experience.
Applications close on: 9th April 2021
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