Senior Solicitor
3 days ago
We are seeking an experienced litigation lawyer to join our dynamic and agile legal team as a Senior Solicitor.
Job DescriptionThis is a rare opportunity to secure a Senior Solicitor position with us in the mighty Manawatu.
We can offer you:
- A permanent full-time position
- A stable salary with no time recording or legal fee targets
- An opportunity to take the lead and help make a real difference in the lives of tamariki
- The opportunity to mentor fellow legal professionals with a development focus
- Plenty of people engagement and court time
- Ongoing training and development
- A supportive team environment and management
We are looking for an experienced litigation lawyer with excellent legal skills to lead in our dynamic and agile legal team.
This role is based in our Palmerston North Office.
Our team supports Oranga Tamariki to achieve the goal of all tamariki being in loving whānau and communities where Oranga Tamariki can be realised.
In this fast-paced, exciting role you will play a key role providing legal advice and advocacy services to social workers and other staff.
Your work will involve court time conducting litigation on behalf of Oranga Tamariki, with a focus on ensuring good outcomes for tamariki and their whānau.
You will also assist the Regional Legal Manager to identify, manage and strategize legal risk.
You will be excited to provide mentoring to other legal colleagues and enjoy leading training.
Whilst key work occurs outside of the courtroom - advising and collaborating, this position does include significant court time.
This is a role where your internal and external relationships will enable you to work collectively to make a positive difference for our tamariki.
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