Senior Adviser Legal and Policy

2 weeks ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Senior Adviser Legal and Policy - Operations

  • 12month fixed term position or secondment
  • Bring your criminal legal expertise to this impactful role
  • Wellington based office regular time in the office is required
  • Small friendly team with a supportive and inclusive organisational culture
The IPCA is an Independent Crown Entity established by the IPCA Act.

The IPCA receives and investigates complaints alleging misconduct or neglect of duty by Police employees, or concerning any practice, policy, or procedure of the Police and investigates incidents where a Police employee causes, or appears to have caused, death or serious bodily harm.

The IPCA also has responsibility for monitoring and reporting on Police custodial facilities as a National Preventive Mechanism under the Optional Protocol to the Convention Against Torture (OPCAT).

As the Senior Adviser Legal and Policy - Operations, you will play a key role in providing critical legal, policy and quality assurance advice in relation to the operational side of the organisation to the Chair, the General Manager and the managers of the three operational teams.

We are looking for a lawyer who has strong judgement and analytical ability.

You will be able to draw on your extensive post qualification experience, preferably including both public and private sectors and criminal law experience.


Key attributes include:

  • Strong critical thinking ability.
  • Experience in policy development.
  • Experience in legal research and analysis and the development of recommendations.
  • Strong communication skills with an ability to convey complex legal issues succinctly verbally and in writing.
  • Demonstrated success in building relationships and gaining the support and participation of key stakeholders.
  • Sound experience in providing trusted advice and briefings to senior leaders.
  • Experience in working with, or knowledge of, Police or other law enforcement agencies


You'll be part of a small, friendly organisation which prides itself on working diligence and integrity to ensure that those who seek the IPCA's assistance receive an excellent and fair service.

Applications close at 12pm on Tuesday 2 July 2024.

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