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4 days ago
About the Ministry For Regulation
We're a small group of dedicated professionals working together to make regulation work better for everyone. Our mission is to lead the regulatory system within the New Zealand government.
About the Role
The Head of Legal leads a small team and is responsible for overseeing and managing the Ministry's legal operations. This includes providing legal advice and services to support the Ministry and our objectives.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the machinery of government and be able to provide expert advice on legal compliance, corporate governance, and risk management. They will also advise on policy and operational proposals that support the Ministry's functions.
About You
- You are an experienced lawyer with a proven track record of providing legal advice across a range of areas, including constitutional and administrative law, the public management system, and the regulatory management system.
- You are comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels and can think with agility, bringing a lens of continuous improvement.
- You are happy to roll up your sleeves and take on new challenges.
- You are an experienced leader or senior practitioner with a track record in coaching and mentoring others.
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