Public Lawyer Opportunity

3 days ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

The New Zealand Government's Ombudsman is seeking a skilled lawyer to join its team. The successful candidate will work with experienced lawyers and staff to help New Zealanders in their dealings with government agencies.

About the Role

This role involves providing specialist legal support across all areas of the Ombudsmen's jurisdiction and functions, drawing on support from the wider Legal team where necessary. You will be providing advice directly as well as supporting more experienced lawyers in the team with complex work.

You will have at least 2 years of practicing experience and be keen to hone your public and administrative law skills in a supportive and stimulating legal environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide specialist legal advice and support to the Ombudsman and other staff
  • Support the more experienced lawyers in the team with complex work
  • Work closely with the wider Legal team to achieve shared goals

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Two years recent post-admission experience as a lawyer, in the private or public sector, domestically or overseas
  • Experience in delivering high-quality and timely legal advice
  • Excellent legal research skills
  • Knowledge of public, constitutional, and administrative law and experience in their practice
  • A proven ability in managing internal and external relationships with a variety of stakeholders in a challenging environment
  • General experience or interest in corporate/commercial and employment law would be advantageous


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