Government Prosecutor

2 weeks ago


ManawatuWanganui, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Role Description

This Senior Solicitor - Prosecutions role is based in Whangarei and involves conducting prosecutions in the District Court, as well as providing operational improvement advice and supporting continuous improvement training of frontline compliance staff across MPI. You will also be required to advise on the interpretation of statutory provisions and new legislation, and provide legal advice on OIA requests.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Advise on the interpretation of statutory provisions and new legislation
  • Provide legal advice on OIA requests
  • Support continuous improvement training of frontline compliance staff across MPI
  • Conducting prosecutions in the District Court, including advocating on behalf of MPI

Our Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an experienced solicitor who has a strong background in prosecution law and can provide expert advice and advocacy services to MPI. You will need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a team environment.