Legal Operations Improvement Lead

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Christchurch City Council Full time
Do you love Christchurch and want to make a positive impact on our community while enjoying a rewarding career full of opportunities for growth and development?

About the role:


Legal Services works across Council supporting all business units to identify and manage legal risk, whilst delivering on the community outcomes and strategic priorities of Council.

Reporting to and working closely with the Head of Legal & Democratic Services, the newly created position of Legal Operations Improvement Lead takes responsibility for:

  • Reviewing and implementing targeted legal operations plans
  • Assessing and making recommendations on system and process improvements
  • Measure, monitoring and managing levels of service
  • Championing the adaptation of new processes and systems
  • Driving effectiveness, efficiency and value for money within Legal & Democratic Services

Our ideal applicant will:

  • Have a background in the legal sector, either in a support or practice management capacity
  • Be a strong communicator, with the ability to influence
  • Have a solutions focussed, process driven mindset
If you are looking for a legal operations role with a difference, then we want to hear from you

  • To view a copy of the position description please click on the link at the bottom of the page_

_ Additional Recruitment Information:
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_ Hours:
Full-time, permanent position_


_ Salary:
To be discussed with the successful applicant_


_ Location:
Primarily based at Te Hononga Civic Offices, 53 Hereford Street_


  • Working for the Christchurch City Council allows you to contribute directly to the community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents and visitors.

You will also benefit from:
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- _ Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities_
- _ Flexible working arrangements
  • WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave_
- _ Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation_
- _ Benefits_- a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts_

  • Through collaboration, innovation, and a strong commitment to community, the council provides an environment where one's skills and passions can shine, making it an exceptional choice for those seeking purpose and impact in their career._
  • Feel like you don't meet every single requirement of the job description?_
**_ Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date._

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