Official Information And Legal Support Advisor

1 week ago


Dunedin, New Zealand Otago Regional Council Full time

Official Information and Legal Support Advisor At the Otago Regional Council (ORC), our goal is to protect and enhance the environment and enable our communities to do the same. So we can deliver on our responsibilities, we're not overstating when we say we have some really big targets to reach. We need the right people, in the right roles, to help us get there. In return, we offer a positive and go-ahead organisational culture, where work/life balance is both respected and valued.
Otago's a pretty special place, covering a vast area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers and wild beaches. Our environment is part of who we are, and at ORC, we work each day to look after it.
The Opportunity
The Legal team at the Otago Regional Council is on the lookout for an Official Information & Legal Support Advisor to join them on a permanent, full or part-time basis in our Dunedin office.
The purpose of the role is to provide effective, high-quality administrative and technical support to the ORC's Legal Counsel.
As an Official Information & Legal Support Advisor, you will be responsible for:
Providing advice and assistance with procurement as well as drafting contracts
Building relationships with staff to understand departmental needs and provide support with compliance
Efficient and accurate administrative support to Legal Counsel
Coordinating and responding to LGOIMA and Privacy Act requests
If you are interested in a varied role working across all facets of council, with training and support available to develop your knowledge of local government legislation, then this is the role for you
About You
Our ideal candidate will have:
Experience providing legal support in a complex environment
An understanding of local government legislation and/or procurement processes
Ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines, combined with great attention to detail
Confidence in providing training to staff on compliance responsibilities
A Bachelor of Laws or a related subject or Legal Executive Diploma is preferred but not essential
A copy of the full position description is attached in the Job Details below.
What we offer
We recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of MANA- We influence with respect and integrity, TIKA- We do the right thing and do things right and AROHA- We show that we care, alongside us, regardless of their background.
To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:
Flexible work opportunities
Life Insurance
Superannuation
Competitive remuneration packages
How to Apply
If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button.
Please note. We don't always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received so we encourage you to apply early.
All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand.
Applications close Wednesday, 18 December 2024

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