Research Counsel

1 day ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Ministry of Justice Full time

**Research Counsel, Māori Land Court & Waitangi Tribunal (Wellington)**

**Te whiwhinga mahi/The Opportunity**

We are looking for someone with a passion for Māori Land and Treaty of Waitangi law to join the Research Counsel team in the Māori Land Court and Waitangi Tribunal. This role is based in the Chief Judge's Chambers in Wellington.

**He pūkenga tou/Skills and Experience**

We are seeking applicants whose analytical and legal research skills are impressive, along with their commitment to developing them; who are interested in the complex and diverse work of the Māori Land Court and the Waitangi Tribunal; and who can provide high quality, reliable legal research opinions, prepare legal memoranda, directions and other documents, and interact regularly with Māori Land Court judges as well as the Research Counsel team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a law graduate with an interest in the work of the Māori Land Court and Waitangi Tribunal. Applicants will need to have an LLB, with a good academic record, excellent written and oral communication skills, and good computer literacy. In addition, applicants should be able to demonstrate their experience at working independently towards deadlines, well-developed analytical skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Applicants should either have knowledge of te reo and tikanga Māori or an interest in developing this.

**Ko wai mātou/Who we are**

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.

**_ 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._**

**Utu ā-tau/Salary**

Salary Range: The appointing salary for this role will be between $66,518 and $93,905 based on skills and experience.

**Tono mai/How to Apply

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