Senior Solicitor

24 hours ago

Wellington City, New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs NZ Full time

**Type**:Permanent & Fixed Term
**Hours**:Full Time
**Location**:Wellington
**Business Group**: Enterprise Services | Nuku Toiere
**Branch**:Legal
**Salary**:$120,696 - $150,199
- Enjoy meaningful mahi with a lot of variety;
- Permanent and fixed-term senior positions available;
- Work with a tight-knit team of lawyers who are passionate about what they do but also like to have a good laugh.

The successful lawyers will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to an organisation focused on helping make New Zealand better for New Zealanders.

**Mō tēnei tūranga | About this role**

Our team is expending We have a number of senior solicitor roles available, both permanent and fixed-term. Most of the positions are newly created.

You will report directly to one of the Legal Managers, Fran Rigby or Tania Nedelcheva-Pearson. Creating a collaborative and supportive working environment for the wider legal team is important to Fran and Tania. They both care about their kaimahi and are invested in their development and seeing their people reach their full potential.

You will be based in Wellington, able to have a flexible working arrangement and have access to support and development opportunities. You will also work with a tight-knit team of lawyers who are passionate about their work but also like to have a good laugh.

Te Tari Taiwhenua is committed in supporting our rōia Māori by encouraging participation in Te Kura Huna and joining Te Hunga Rōia Māori o Aotearoa. Te Tari Taiwhenua also has a large Tangata Whenua Network which provides valuable support and community for our kaimahi.

**Mōhou ake | About you**
- Intermediate to senior level post-admission public law experience with a focus in one or more of the following areas:

- policy and legislative development;
- working within regulatory frameworks and supporting the making of robust regulatory decisions;
- working in operational environments;
- Have proven knowledge and understanding of government processes and the machinery of government;
- Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and interpersonal savvy;
- Great written and verbal communication skills and the ability to tailor advice for the audience (including senior audiences);
- Comfortable advising on the go, while also recognising and being able to express when something requires more thorough research and analysis;
- Willing to adapt and learn quickly, with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach;
- Confidence instructing and managing external providers, including Crown Law and/or Crown Solicitors;
- Interest and ability to effectively mentor and work with junior staff and to work in collaboration with other legal staff;

New Zealand qualified and admitted with a current practising certificate or the ability to obtain one.

Working at Te Tari Taiwhenua, you’ll have the opportunity to help make a real difference in the lives of New Zealanders.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We recognise a diverse workforce contributes to better business outcomes. Te Tari Taiwhenua are committed to creating a workplace where all kaimahi have equal access. If you require any additional support throughout the recruitment process, please let our consultants know.

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