Litigation Support Officer

3 months ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Are you looking to work in a fast-paced government legal environment?
Permanent position based in Wellington
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 Wellington where you will provide litigation support to various sites within the region, as well as assisting 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.
What you will bring | Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu
- Preferable experience in providing legal support within private practice or court environments. However, a strong administration background will be given consideration.
- 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.
- The ability to be flexible and adaptable, calm in a dynamic and changing environment and willing to assist wherever needed.
- An ability to quickly absorb information and decide on the appropriate course of action.
- 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.
- Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture.
- 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 best-practice feature.

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.
Please note that we may conduct initial interviews during the advertising period.
**Applications close**: Tuesday 22 October 11.30pm
If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.

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