Litigation Support Officer

2 weeks ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Litigation Support Officer - Wellington or Whanganui Based
Are you looking to work in a fast-paced government legal environment?
About us | Mō mātou

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is a Ministry dedicated to supporting any child in New Zealand whose wellbeing is at significant risk of harm, now or in the future.

We also work with young people who may have offended or are likely to offend.

Our commitment and purpose are putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do to ensure that all tamariki are in loving whānau and communities where oranga tamariki can be realised.

In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:

  • We put Tamariki first
  • We believe Aroha is vital
  • We respect the Mana of people
  • We are Tika and Pono
  • We value Whakapapa
  • We recognise that Oranga is a journey
About the role | Mō te tūnga

Reporting to the Practice Manager - Legal Services, an opportunity has arisen to become part of the litigation support team based in either Wellington or Whanganui where you will provide litigation support to the region, as well as the nationwide litigation support team as required.

The Litigation Support Officer will be responsible for providing confidential, efficient, and professional litigation support to solicitors, legal staff, and managers, including managing correspondence, updating, and maintaining electronic diaries and databases, file management and preparing legal documentation.

The role also requires liaison with Court staff, Ministry staff, and external members of the legal profession or advocates to support the Ministry's litigation work.

You will be strongly supported in an environment that values continuous improvement and fosters a culture of striving to make our service better for our customers.

What you will bring | Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu

  • Preferable experience in providing legal support and experience working within private practice or court environments.
  • Advanced level of computing and keyboard skills including proficiency in Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook) and demonstrated proficiency working in a digitalised environment.
  • A strong ability to build and maintain relationships
  • Welcomes and values diversity and contributes to an inclusive working environment where differences are acknowledged and respected.
  • Welcomes and embraces diversity and the need as a public servant, to understand and support the Māori Crown relationship and support cultural competence as a bestpractice feature.
  • The ability to be flexible and adaptable, calm in a dynamic and changing environment and willing to assist wherever may be needed
  • An ability to quickly absorb information and decide on the appropriate course of action
  • Understanding and appreciation of crosscultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture
  • A high level of accuracy and excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, schedule work to meet deadlines and maintain the quality of services delivered.
  • A strong aptitude for working and managing sensitive and confidential information
What's in it for you | Nōu te rourou
Annual remuneration for this position is dependent on experience, with tenure-based progression steps available. We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow.

Applications close:
Friday 4 August 2023

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