Principal Legal Adviser
2 months ago
Principal Legal Adviser - Rōia Mātāmua
- Provide high quality legal advice
- Flexible, inclusive, collaborative working environment
- Agile, independent, courageous regulator
- Supportive team environment
Privacy is precious - help protect it
The Privacy Commissioner is Aotearoa New Zealand's privacy regulator. We are an independent crown entity, and we work to protect and promote individual privacy.
Ko tā mātou mahi - the role
We have an opportunity for a Principal Legal Adviser to join our Wellington-based Legal team, reporting to the General Counsel.
You will be joining an organisation that has a focus on and commitment to human rights, diversity and inclusion and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We are a progressive and innovative organisation where your contribution would be valued and what you do can help make a difference to people's lives. We have a strong commitment to professional development and offer flexible working.
Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu - what you need to bring
- 10-15 years relevant PQE
- Experience in privacy law, health law, regulatory compliance and/or public law in public or private sector
- Excellent statutory interpretation skills
- Solutions-based approach to providing advice
- Great communication skills, both verbal and written
- Familiarity or an interest in how privacy intersects with human rights law, tikanga Māori and policy
- High attention to detail
- You must have the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered for this role
Applications close 10 October 2024.
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