Legal & Research Officer
2 weeks ago
Legal & Research Officer, Auckland
Environment Court - Permanent Full Time
Te āhuatunga a te tūranga/About the Role
The Environment Court is looking for a Legal and Research Officer to join its Legal & Research Team.
The Legal & Research Team is a close-knit national team that supports the Environment Judges and Environment Commissioners by drafting decisions and minutes, preparing legal opinions, proof reading and undertaking legal research.
As a national team that supports Judges in the Environment Court registries in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch we are open to applicants willing to work and be situated in any one of these three centres.
If you have an LLB, with excellent written communication and research skills, and an interest in NZ Environmental Law this could be the opportunity for you.
**The duties of the role include**:
- An understanding and knowledge of all relevant legislation, particularly the Resource Management Act 1991.
- Searching legal electronic databases and/or manually for decisions on sections of Acts or points of law.
- Providing summaries of facts and identifying any legal issues.
- Researching issues of law and writing detailed opinions, papers and/or research notes.
- Reviewing draft decisions and providing appropriate commentary.
- Reviewing and proof-reading decisions, consent orders and minutes.
He pūkenga tou/Skills and Experience
- Strong research skills
- Sound knowledge of the Resource Management Act 1991.
- 3-5 years' experience in a relevant legal role.
- Meticulous spelling, grammar and attention to detail.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- The ability to work independently towards deadlines.
- A desire to contribute and make a difference in a happy and skilled team.
**The benefits of this role include**:
- Working within a small and supportive team.
- Working closely with Environment Judges.
- Gaining an understanding of the Environment Court and how it works.
Mō te tīma/About our Team
At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.
Joining the Ministry of Justice means you will become part of an inclusive organisation that values you and the communities we serve. It's our promise to ensure our workplace is one where our people feel healthy and safe, supported and able to be themselves at work. We value respect as the foundation for building a positive workplace culture and one where diversity is welcomed and celebrated.
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