Research Counsel

4 weeks ago


Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Research Counsel, Maori Land Court & Waitangi Tribunal (Wellington)
Permanent Full Time
Te Haeata/The Opportunity
We are looking for someone with a passion for Maori Land and Treaty of Waitangi law to join the Research Counsel team in the Maori Land Court and Waitangi Tribunal. This role is based in the Chief Judge's Chambers in Wellington.
The Research Counsel team is responsible for supporting Maori Land Court judges and Waitangi Tribunal presiding officers by providing high quality legal research, drafting and advice concerning applications before the Maori Land Court and Waitangi Tribunal.
O pukenga/Skills and Experience
This is an excellent opportunity for a law graduate with an interest in the work of the Maori Land Court and Waitangi Tribunal. Applicants will need to have an LLB, with a good academic record, excellent written and oral communication skills, and good computer literacy. In addition, applicants should be able to demonstrate their experience at working independently towards deadlines, well-developed analytical skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Applicants should either have knowledge of te reo and tikanga Maori or an interest in developing this.
We are seeking applicants whose analytical and legal research skills are impressive, along with their commitment to developing them; who are interested in the complex and diverse work of the Maori Land Court and the Waitangi Tribunal; and who can provide high quality, reliable legal research opinions, prepare legal memoranda, directions and other documents, and interact regularly with Maori Land Court judges as well as the Research Counsel team.
Mo matou/About us
At Te Tahu o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Joining Te Tahu o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.
Nga painga o tenei wahi mahi/What's great about working here
We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:

4.4 weeks holiday leave
an online professional development portal
access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.
Utu a-tau/Salary
Salary Range: The appointing salary for this role will be between $72,634 and $100,846 based on skills and experience.
Tono mai/Apply
To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.
Applicants must also submit a writing sample that demonstrates your professional writing skills, no more than 20 pages in length.
Applications close on 20 November; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.
If you have any questions, please contact ******

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