Legal Specialist

6 days ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand NZ Customs Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced legal professional to join our Customs Legal - Public and Commercial team. As a Senior Legal Counsel or Legal Counsel, you will play a critical role in providing expert advice on customs and border protection laws.

Reporting to the Chief Legal Counsel - Public and Commercial, you will work closely with our business units, the wider border sector, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

You will be responsible for providing quick turnaround, robust, and practical legal advice, as well as building relationships and providing guidance to all of Customs' business units.

To succeed in this role, you will require exceptional critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving skills, as well as a genuine interest in customs and border protection.

  • Key Responsibilities
  • Providing expert advice on customs and border protection laws
  • Building relationships and providing guidance to all of Customs' business units
  • Ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations


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