Criminal Defence Lawyers

2 days ago

New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Te whiwhinga mahi/The Opportunity
The Public Defence Service (PDS) is looking for experienced Lawyers to join our committed and professional teams located in our 10 offices across the country. We are seeking applicants at a variety of levels, from Junior Lawyers who have at least 12 months criminal litigation experience, through to Senior Lawyers with PAL 3 or PAL 4 approval, or the ability to obtain these levels.
Working for the PDS you will find challenge and satisfaction with a varied caseload, supportive colleagues, comprehensive professional development and excellent terms and conditions.
Our 10 offices are in Auckland City, Manukau, Waitakere, North Shore, Tauranga, Hamilton, Hawke's Bay, Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin. If you are interested in joining any of these offices, we want to hear from you.

He pūkenga tou/Skills and Experience
To be successful in this role, you must be passionate about criminal justice and:

- Be comfortable as part of a team who supports and relies on one another
- Enjoy sharing legal expertise, exchanging ideas and brainstorming
- Have empathy and the ability to relate to a wide range of people

Ko wai mātou/Who we are
The PDS is part of the Ministry of Justice and the wider justice sector. The Ministry provides centralised business services, infrastructure and support to the work of the PDS. We provide high quality legal advice and representation in a full range of criminal cases. Aimed at helping people access justice, the PDS promotes the MOJ values of respect, integrity, service and the delivery of excellent service to its clients.
As a PDS employee, you will have access to a well-designed and embedded national training programme, professional development and opportunities to attend conferences, along with access to a professional supervision programme.
Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.

He aha ngā painga o tēnei mahi mōu/Why you will enjoy working here
- Flexible work options available
- Contributions to prescriptions for glasses
- Exceptional professional training and development
- Excellent terms and conditions
- Access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks, including Pacifica, Māori, Rainbow and Women's
- Free and confidential counselling sessions

Tono mai/How to Apply

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