Public Sector Legal Specialist

5 days ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

About Us
Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us, reflecting our commitment to improving the safety and well-being of the people, whanau, and communities we serve across New Zealand.

Our Strategy

  • Hokai Rangi - We strive to be a values-led organisation, using the principles of rangatira, manaaki, wairua, kaitiaki, and whanau to shape how we work and deliver outcomes.
  • Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success, so we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values.

What We Offer

  • A supportive team environment focused on fair, impactful employment solutions.
  • The opportunity to develop your expertise in a dynamic, complex public sector environment.
  • A permanent full-time position based in our National Office in Wellington.


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