Border Protection Specialist
7 days ago
Company Overview
NZ Customs is a government agency responsible for managing and facilitating the movement of people and goods across New Zealand's borders. We aim to create a great place to work, where our people have a sense of belonging and the capability and desire to meet our future challenges.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced legal professional to join our team as a Senior Legal Counsel or Legal Counsel. The successful candidate will provide high-quality legal advice and support to the Customs organization, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice on a range of topics, including customs and border protection, policy development, and commercial matters;
- Build relationships and provide advice to stakeholders, including Customs' business units, the wider border sector, and, where necessary, the wider public sector;
- Contribute to the development of policies and procedures to ensure effective management of Customs' functions;
- Work closely with senior management to achieve key outcomes and objectives;
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness;
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and other organizations;
- Participate in training and professional development opportunities to maintain and enhance skills and knowledge;
- Maintain accurate records and reports, and perform other administrative tasks as required;
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies;
- Actively promote a positive and inclusive work environment, consistent with NZ Customs' values and principles;
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in service delivery;
- Other duties as reasonably requested by management.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Be a qualified lawyer with at least 5 years' relevant post-qualification experience (for Senior Legal Counsel) or 1 year relevant post-qualification experience (for Legal Counsel);
- Currently hold or be eligible to hold a New Zealand practising certificate;
- Have excellent critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving skills;
- Have knowledge and understanding of te ao Māori, the relationship between tikanga and the legal system, and the Crown's responsibilities as a Treaty partner (or a willingness to develop that knowledge and understanding); and
- Meet the organizational security clearance requirements.
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