Crown Counsel, Public Law 2, Crown Legal Risk Group
2 days ago
Mo matou | About us Crown Law provides legal advice and representation services to the government in matters affecting the executive government, particularly in the areas of criminal, public law and Treaty of Waitangi.
Crown Law embraces diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace.
We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals and celebrate the collective talent of all employees.
Having knowledge and understanding of Te Reo and tikanga Maori is recognised and valued within the organisation.
Mo te Turanga | About the Role We are looking to appoint an experienced lawyer into the Crown Legal Risk Group, in the Public Law 2 team.
Our team provides advice and litigation services to agencies responsible for social services, health and care of tamariki.
We would like to hear from lawyers who are interested in: * advice work, litigation, mediation and negotiation for the Crown; * contributing to robust government decision-making; and * working on legally challenging issues.
We would like to talk to people with a range of skillsets, with public or private sector experience.
Litigation experience is preferred.
Crown Counsel The Crown Counsel role offers cutting edge work spanning a range of areas of law.
Crown Counsel have frequent litigation opportunities in the Senior Courts and contact with Ministers and senior government officials.
Crown Counsel have responsibility for litigation files, either with autonomy as lead counsel, or may fit within a team on large litigation, collaborating with senior and junior lawyers.
The role provides development opportunities for anyone who wants to pursue a career in public law.
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to take on a leadership role in mentoring junior staff and building relationships with our departmental clients.
Location: Te Whanganui-a-Tara | Wellington This role is Wellington based and located near the Wellington railway and bus stations.
We also support different flexible working arrangements to enable us to be at our best.
Please talk to us about how we can make this work for you.
Remuneration and Benefits The starting salary range for the Crown Counsel role is $114,585-$187,839.
The appointing salary will be based on skills and experience.
In addition, you will also receive benefits such as an annual wellness payment, funding for your practising certificate and study, 5 weeks annual leave plus three additional leave days (Crown Law days) and opportunities for development and growth across Crown Law.
Tena tonoa mai | Apply Now All applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae and academic transcript.
To be considered for a position at Crown Law you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand and are required to complete a Ministry of Justice Criminal Records Check.
Applications close at 5pm on 28 March 2025 To apply, please use the following link: Crown Counsel, Crown Legal Risk Group PLEASE DO NOT USE THE 'APPLY FOR THIS JOB BUTTON' BELOW, this is not actively monitored.
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For a copy of the Job Description visit: 2025.03.11---PD---Crown-Counsel.pdf
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