Job ID:
45178
Published date:
24-03-2025
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Job ID:
44978
Published date:
16-03-2025
Summary
Chief Legal Advisor – Permanent - Wellington
- Bring your expertise to the most senior legal role within our organisation
- You will be confident advising on complex issues at Executive and Board Level
- Salary range $208,964-$232,182, dependent on skills and experience
This is a great opportunity to join an organisation dedicated to looking after the safety of our New Zealand communities.
About the role - Mō tēnei tūranga
The Chief Legal Advisor reports to the Deputy Chief Executive – Office of the Chief Executive and is responsible for leading and managing the Legal Directorate which consists of two teams: Legal, and Information Requests. You will develop and utilise an advanced understanding of our organisational context, including an understanding of our operational environment, and the organisation’s relationships with our Unions and Associations. You will need the ability to identify and respond to key issues and risks and lead the provision of legal advice to all parts of the organisation. The Chief Legal Advisor is also Fire and Emergency’s Privacy Officer.
What you’ll bring to the role - Ko tāu nā i tēnei tūranga
We need someone who can provide robust and actionable advice, make well-considered decisions and provide support across a wide variety of legal issues. You’ll be prepared to constructively challenge the status quo – displaying courage to do the right thing, initiative, sound judgement and a healthy dose of innovative thinking.
Ultimately you will be a true multi-talented generalist and active problem-solver.
To be successful in this role, we’d expect you will:
- Be a qualified barrister and solicitor with a current practising certificate
- Have extensive experience in providing legal advice at a senior level within a large and complex public sector organisation, and in managing teams that provide legal advice in this context
- Have a calm and measured approach under pressure, and maintain professionalism at all times
- Have exceptional management and leadership skills
- Bring a collaborative and collegial working style
- Have a high level of personal resilience and emotional intelligence
Why you will enjoy working here - He aha ngā painga o tēnei mahi mōu
As an employer, Fire and Emergency seeks to be a place where our people feel they belong; a place where they are supported and enabled to thrive in their roles, and careers, and in support of New Zealand communities.
Benefits
- Matched Kiwi Saver employer contributions of up to 6%
- Hybrid working options available
- Life and income protection insurance for eligible employees
- A wellness policy that allows for generous sick leave provisions so you can look after yourself
The salary range for this role is $208,964-$232,182 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.
Who are we? Ko wai mātou?
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is a Crown Entity responsible for reducing the incidence of unwanted fire and the associated risk to life and property, responding to structural and vegetation fires and other emergencies including motor vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, hazardous substance related incidents, natural disasters, and supporting increased community resilience.
We are proud to be recognised as New Zealand’s most trusted public sector agency. Our values reflect what our people believe is core to who we are and the organisation we aspire to be.
- We Do the Right Thing – Kia Tika
- We Serve and Support – Manaakitanga
- We Are Better Together – Whanaungatanga
- We Strive to Improve – Auahatanga
How to apply - Ko te tono mai
Come join us - we are excited about the future of Fire and Emergency New Zealand, and we’d love you to be part of it! We value diversity as a strength and welcome applicants that can help bring a difference to our organisation.
If this sounds like you, apply now. To download a copy of our position description please visit our vacancy page on our FireJobs website.
If you have any specific questions about this role please email nhqjobs@fireandemergency.nz
However please note, applications sent via email will not be accepted.
Applications close Sunday 16 February 2025.
Please note: Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory for this role.
Job ID:
44912
Published date:
13-03-2025
Summary
We have a unique opportunity for an experienced and passionate individual to lead the delivery of legal services for a dynamic and evolving Council and the communities it serves and protects.
The General Counsel provides legal advice and practical guidance to support the activities of the Council. The role will have oversight of all legal matters, and an evolving legislative and regulatory environment will require your input and advice.
This role leads the Legal team with two direct reports, and you will sit within a team with supportive and empowering leadership.
Key responsibilities in this broad role include:
- Providing legal advice, LGOIMA advice and acting as solicitor for the Council including in the Environment Court
- Oversight and effective management of litigation matters
- Leading the Legal team and acting as Privacy Officer
- Assisting Council with risk management and its compliance programmes
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Laws with current NZLS practicing certificate
- At least five years post qualification experience
- Land law expertise, ideally with RMA experience
- Experience in a respected law practice or in-house experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with people throughout the organisation, and external advisers
The Upper Hutt City Council plays a large part in ensuring the high quality of life in the region by providing leadership, support and services to the community.
Upper Hutt is a great place for your next career move with free parking, nearby train station, 50% of the Wellington region’s green space and award winning Brewtown all a short stroll away from the office.
For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Carl Church on 0211666441 carl.church@nicherecruitment.co.nz. If this role sounds like you click ‘Apply now’ to provide your CV and cover letter.
Applications close Friday 28 March at 5pm.
Job ID:
44001
Published date:
10-03-2025
Summary
Tumuaki
Te Kura Māori o Porirua, a composite school (Year 1-13) with a roll of over 300 students, proudly embraces our guiding ethos of “He Kura Te Tangata." Located on picturesque grounds at 392 Warspite Avenue, Porirua, approximately 30 minutes north of Wellington CBD, the school was established in 2001.
In partnership with Ngāti Toa Rangatira, Te Kura Māori o Porirua focuses on building capable students who will become future leaders for their own iwi, hapū, and whānau. As a Māori-language immersion school, the principal language of instruction is te reo Māori. Our aim is to produce graduates who are confident and articulate speakers and writers in both te reo Māori and English, excelling as leaders in both Māori and non-Māori settings.
Due to our current co-principals relocating, we are seeking an experienced educational leader for the position of Tumuaki. This will be primarily a non-teaching role focused on enhancing the high quality of teaching, academic achievement, and standards of te reo Māori in the Kura.
The key attributes required for this role include:
- Significant experience in teaching and educational leadership.
- Confidence in te reo Māori and grounded in te ao Māori.
- The ability to set and articulate a clear vision, bringing fresh ideas and energy.
- Excellent communication skills with experience in building enduring relationships.
- Sound planning, organising and management skills.
- A kind, generous leader who is guided by “He kura te tangata” and who embodies the mātāpono of Kaitiakitanga, Rangatiratanga, Whai Wāhitanga and Whanaunagatanga.
For a copy of the candidate briefing document and application form, contact Jane Temel at Niche Recruitment. Mobile: 021 499902 or email: jane.temel@nicherecruitment.co.nz
To apply, click ‘apply for this job’ or submit your covering letter, CV and completed application form to jane.temel@nicherecruitment.co.nz by 5pm Friday 28 March 2025.
Tumuaki
Ko Te Kura Māori o Porirua tētahi kura hiato (Tau 1-13), koni atu i te 300 tauira te nui o tōna rārangi ingoa, ā, ko tāna kōrero tāhuhu, ko “He Kura Te Tangata.” I runga i tōna taumata ātaahua rirerire ki 392 Warspite Avenue, i tōna 30 meneti ki te raki o te pokapū o Pōneke, whakatūria ai te kura i te tau 2001.
I runga anō i te mahi ngātahi ki a Ngāti Toa Rangatira, e aro nui ana a Te Kura Māori o Porirua ki te whakatipu i ngā tauira e mātau ana, kia tū rangatira mai ai ā te anamata, mō ō rātou iwi, hapū me ō ratou ake whānau. He kura rūmaki reo Māori tēnei, nō reira ko te reo mātāmua mō te whakaako, ko te reo Māori. Ko tā mātou whāinga ko te whakaputa i ngā raukura e tū marohi ana, e wainene ana hoki te kōrero, e mātau ana hoki te tuhituhi i te reo Māori me te reo Pākehā, mā tēnei e eke kairangi ai te tauira hei rangatira i ngā ao e rua.
Nā runga i te hūnukutanga o ō mātou tumuaki takirua ki wāhi kē, e kimi ana mātou i tētahi kaiārahi ako whai wheako nui mō te tūranga o te Tumuaki. Ehara te aronga nui o tēnei tūranga i te whakaako, engari kē ia ko te whakaū i te kounga o te whakaako, te angitu o te tauira, me te kounga o te reo Māori i roto i te kura.
Ko ngā āhuatanga matua e rapua ana mō te tūranga nei:
- He whānui, he huhua ngā wheako mō te whakaako me te ārahi ā-mātauranga.
- He kōrero Māori, kua pakiaka ōna waewae ki roto i te ao Māori.
- Te āheinga ki te waihanga mai me te whakaū i tētahi moemoeā me te kawe mai i te ngoi me ngā whakaaro hou.
- He kairangi ngā pūkenga whakawhitiwhiti, he whānui hoki ngā wheako ki te tuitui hononga.
- E mātau ana ngā pūkenga ki te whakamahere, whakarite me te whakahaere.
- He kaiārahi ngākau mākohakoha e piripono ana ki te kōrero “He kura te tangata”, ā, he tangata e kaha ana ki te whakatinana ake i ngā mātāpono o te Kaitiakitanga, te Rangatiratanga, te Whai Wāhitanga me te Whanaungatanga.
E whiwhi ai koe ki te puka whakaahua kaitono me tētahi puka tono, whakapā mai ki a Jane Temel o Niche Recruitment mā te waea ki 021 499902, mā te īmēra rānei ki jane.temel@nicherecruitment.co.nz
E tono ai koe, pāwhiria te pātene ‘apply for this job’, tukuna mai rānei tō reta whakauhi, tō tāhuhu tangata me tētahi puka tono kua oti i a koe ki jane.temel@nicherecruitment.co.nz i mua i te 5 karaka i te ahipō o Rāmere te 28 o Māehe 2025.
Job ID:
44576
Published date:
09-03-2025
Summary
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position: Manager Rights, Insights and Advice
Location: Te Whanganui-a-Tara
Reporting to: Executive Director
Issue Date: February 2025
Delegated Authority: Financial and Human Resources delegations as authorised
Staff Responsibility: Yes
Our Organisation
Mana Mokopuna - Children and Young People's Commission is an independent advocate
for all 1.2 million mokopuna aged under 18 in Aotearoa New Zealand and care-experienced
mokopuna aged up to 25. Mana Mokopuna was established in July 2023, but the
organisation was previously the Office of the Children’s Commissioner, and we have a rich
whakapapa built on the commitment of former Children’s Commissioners since 1989.
The Commission is an Independent Crown Entity governed by a board of six Commissioners
led by the Chief Children’s Commissioner. It advocates for children's rights to be recognised
and upheld, provides advice and guidance to government and other agencies, advocates for
system-level changes, ensures children's voices are heard in decisions that affect them and
monitors places where young people are detained.
Our name, Mana Mokopuna, describes who we are and what we stand for. At its heart, Mana
Mokopuna recognises the many elements that will support mokopuna to thrive. It focuses
on children and young people in the context of their family, whānau, hapū, iwi and wider
community. It also recognises that their participation in decisions that affect them is vitally
important.
Our Vision and Values
Our moemoeā is Kia kuru pounamu te rongo - All mokopuna live their best lives. We want to
see every child in Aotearoa, regardless of their background, growing up knowing they belong
with their whānau, having what they need to live their best life. It means mokopuna have a
say about what matters for them, and that their rights are honoured by those in power.
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Te Tiriti o Waitangi is central to our work. Honouring and reflecting Te Tiriti is one of the core
values that drives us. We have a tikanga framework with four values-based principles that
guide our mahi and behaviour:
• Aroha: Mokopuna are taonga. They are born with their own inherent mana. We will
always act with compassion and empathy, adapting readily to respond to their needs.
• Pono: We believe honesty and integrity are key to doing our job well. We will always
report things as we see them and never as how others want them to be seen. We stay
true to one important thing: we do as we say we will.
• Tika: We are always about the best results for mokopuna. We empower others to
bring about the best for them. We’re independent and will always speak out for their
interests. We consider the range of needs we have to meet and make every attempt
to get it right. We never shy away from the hard stuff.
• Mātauranga: Mokopuna are our reason for being. They are involved, participate, and
have input into things we do. We act from a place of knowledge; we work from
evidence and advise others based on the things we learn.
Purpose of this Position
The Manager Rights, Insights and Advice provides strategic leadership and oversight of functions
that promote and advance the rights, interests, and wellbeing of Mokopuna in alignment with the
United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
The role drives the development and delivery of strategic planning that advances key advocacy
areas through systemic advocacy to influence policies, practices, and decision-making that uphold
the rights and wellbeing of mokopuna and particularly mokopuna Māori and their whānau, hapū,
iwi and communities.
The Manager Rights, Insights and Advice combines strategic thought leadership with operational
oversight to ensure that Mana Mokopuna is focusing on high impact opportunities to promote
and advance the interests, rights and wellbeing of mokopuna within Aotearoa with particular focus
on:
• Monitoring and providing advice to advance the application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the
Children’s Convention and concluding observations from the committee on the rights of
the child
• Providing support and guidance to mokopuna and their whānau on rights related matters,
walking alongside them to ensure they are referred to relevant agencies as appropriate
• Promoting awareness and education on mokopuna rights and wellbeing
• Promoting and undertaking research and analysis in areas that advance mokopuna
wellbeing and rights
A key focus of this role is leading a high performing team that operates within a positive working
environment where kaimahi have the support to do their best mahi. The Manager Rights, Insights
and Advice will be part of the leadership team and will contribute to strategic work programme
planning and priority setting for the organisation, ensuring that we are progressing towards the
achievement of our moemoea - kia kuru pounamu te rongo.
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Working Relationships
Internal:
• Chief Children’s Commissioner
• Executive Director
• Senior Leadership Team
• Direct reports within the Advice and
Insights team
• Kaimahi across the tari
External:
• Oranga Tamariki Oversight Partners – Te
Aroturuki Tamariki and the Ombudsman
• Government agencies, particularly:
Ministry of Social Development, Treasury;
Ministry of Social Development; Oranga
Tamariki; Te Puni Kōkiri; Ministry of
Education; Ministry of Health; Ministry of
Business, Innovation and Employment;
Ministry of Justice; Ministry of Pacific
Peoples; NZ Police; Human Rights
Commission; Privacy Commissioner;
Housing New Zealand; Statistics New
Zealand; Social Wellbeing Agency
• Māori communities, including Iwi, hapū,
whānau and Māori organisations
• Academics and Māori and community
researchers and data experts
• Child rights advocates and sector
• Wider NGO sector
• Mokopuna directly and/or agencies
representing them
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Key Accountabilities
Key Result Areas Accountabilities
Strategic Leadership • Contribute to the strategic direction setting of Mana
Mokopuna and associated performance frameworks
• Lead the development and execution of strategic advocacy
plans, weaving together the work streams of Insights, Rights
and Advice with the intention of promoting and advancing
the rights, interests and wellbeing of mokopuna
• Develop and drive strategic advocacy initiatives to advance
the implementation and integration of the United Nations
Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) into national
policies, programs, and practices.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government
agencies, non-governmental organisations, community
leaders, and other stakeholders to influence systemic
change and promote the advancement of mokopuna rights
across Aotearoa New Zealand
• Oversee the design and execution of research projects to
identify trends, challenges, and opportunities related to
children’s rights, ensuring evidence-based advocacy and
reporting.
• Provide strategic direction on the resolution of individual
cases involving breaches of children’s rights, ensuring a
mokopuna-centred and rights-based approach in all
interventions.
• Provide direction on initiatives to raise public
awareness and understanding of mokopuna rights,
including the delivery of training and resources for
stakeholders to support the promotion and
protection of these rights at all levels.
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Key Result Areas Accountabilities
People Leadership • Provide strong leadership to team, ensuring that a culture
of manaaki, support and performance is fostered, where all
kaimahi feel valued, respected, and empowered to
contribute to the moemoeā of Mana Mokopuna.
• Build, manage, and develop a high-performing team by
setting clear objectives and providing ongoing coaching
and feedback to support individual and team growth.
• Identify professional development opportunities with
kaimahi, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge to
effectively advocate for mokopuna rights and manage
complex cases and projects.
• Manage team workloads and resources effectively,
ensuring a balance between operational demands and
strategic initiatives while maintaining kaimahi wellbeing.
• Address team challenges proactively and constructively,
offering support and solutions to maintain team cohesion
and alignment with moemoeā.
• Continuously model the values of the Commission, as
a manager within the wider management team and in
all internal and external communications and
relationships
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Key Result Areas Accountabilities
Operational Delivery • Lead the successful and timely development and delivery
of a strategic work programme, which provides for
reactive and proactive advocacy opportunities and gives
particular consideration of mātauranga Māori across all
advocacy activities undertaken
• Establish clear objectives, timelines, and deliverables for
the work programme, ensuring alignment with strategic
priorities and resource availability.
• Develop and implement robust frameworks to monitor
progress, measure outcomes, and evaluate the impact of
the work programme, ensuring continuous improvement
and accountability
• Oversee the collection and analysis of data to inform
programme adjustments, address challenges, and optimize
the delivery of outcomes aligned with our moemoeā
• Provide clear and timely updates on work programme
progress, challenges, and successes to internal and external
stakeholders, fostering transparency and collaboration.
• Ensure the Advocacy and Rights team has the necessary
capability and resources to deliver on their work
programme, addressing problems as they arise and
seeking support from the Chief Executive to remove any
roadblocks to delivery
• Manage financial resources within budget to
deliver the advocacy and rights programme, as
directed by the Chief Executive and in accordance
with the policies of the tari and the public sector
Issues and Risk
Management
• Proactively identify and assess emerging issues and risks
that could impact the realisation of mokopuna rights,
including systemic barriers, individual cases, and
organisational challenges.
• Lead the development and implementation of strategies to
manage high-risk or complex issues, ensuring timely and
effective responses to upholding mokopuna rights and
wellbeing.
• Establish robust systems to monitor risks and issues,
providing regular reporting to senior leadership,
stakeholders, and governance bodies with actionable
mitigations and recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to
address risks and resolve issues, leveraging partnerships to
achieve sustainable, mokopuna-centered outcomes
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• Review and refine risk management frameworks and
practices, integrating lessons learned from past issues
to strengthen team resilience and responsiveness in
safeguarding mokopuna
Relationship management • Develop and maintain excellent working relationships
with external agencies including government, NGO,
community sector, particularly Māori and pacific
communities
• Establish effective working relationships and
communication with all key stakeholders for the team
and maintain excellent internal working relationships
across the Commission
Te Tiriti partnerships • Ensure that strategic plans, practices, processes,
activities and initiatives of the Advice and Insights
team are reflective of our commitment and
obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Champion the rights of Māori as Tangata Whenua.
• Actively work to improve skills and knowledge of Te
Reo Māori and Tikanga Māori
Other Duties • Initiate, participate in and lead as appropriate, projects
and areas of work prioritised by the Executive Director
• Perform other duties to support the team or the wider
tari, as delegated by the Executive Director.
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Technical/Professional knowledge and skills
• A good level of understanding of the application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in the workplace
• Extensive, successful experience (at least 5 years) in people leadership, ideally within a policy
or advocacy focused team
• A proven ability to build high performing teams within a culture that fosters wellbeing,
psychological safety and innovation
• Expertise in successfully leading teams in a complex and demanding environment, with the
ability to provide strong coaching, mentoring and support to direct reports
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to influence without
authority
• Experience in leading and executing strategic planning to influence the achievement of
position outcomes for mokopuna (experience specific to advocacy planning desirable)
• Expert understanding of how to affect change within the machinery of government, policy,
and legislative processes
• Proficiency in Te Reo Māori and Tikanga Māori, or a commitment to broadening your
knowledge in these areas is critical
• A strategic and analytical thinker with a proven ability to create solutions in a changing
environment
• A track record of building and sustaining relationships across a range of different sectors,
communities, and agencies
• Demonstratable understanding and ability to analyse the impacts of relevant legislation,
policy, systems, and practice on mokopuna Māori and apply this analysis to leadership of an
advocacy function
• Relevant tertiary qualification (and/or experience equivalent)
Special Requirements
• Demonstrated commitment to embedding Te Tiriti based practice within previous roles, and
commitment to progressing the Te Tiriti journey of the Commission, including participating in
Te Reo lessons or cultural development activities
• Values diversity, and contributes to an inclusive working environment
• Understanding of, and demonstrated ability to affect change within the machinery of
government, policy, and legislative processes
• Willing to travel to fulfil job requirements
Job ID:
44746
Published date:
05-03-2025
Summary
Team Leader – Professional Standards
Shape the Future of Medical Standards & Lead a High-Performing Team
Mō te tūranga | The role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader – Professional Standards to join a respected regulatory organisation in the healthcare sector. This leadership role is critical in ensuring the maintenance of professional standards, education, and continuous quality improvement within the medical profession.
In this role, you will oversee a team of Professional Standards Advisers, manage cases, develop operational initiatives, and contribute to policy and process improvements. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Professional Standards Adviser
- Oversee case management processes, ensuring efficiency and regulatory compliance
- Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives and training programmes
- Provide expert advice and support to internal and external stakeholders
- Ensure alignment with legislative requirements, policies, and best practices
He kōrero mōu | About you
You ideally will bring to this role:
- Proven leadership experience in a regulatory, healthcare, or legal environment
- Strong case management or project management skills in a high-volume setting
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, problem-solving, and stakeholder management abilities
- Strategic thinking with the ability to influence and drive continuous improvement
- An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application in regulatory settings
- A relevant tertiary qualification in law, healthcare, policy, or a related analytical discipline is preferred
He Angitūtanga | The opportunity
You will be leading a dedicated team making a tangible impact on healthcare standards.
Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and values-driven environment where your expertise and contribution is valued.
Enjoy a role that offers variety, challenge, and professional growth opportunities.
Offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements and two days working from home.
Tono mai | Apply
If you are passionate about upholding professional standards in the medical sector and thrive in a leadership role, we want to hear from you!
Apply now with a your CV and a tailored covering letter. We will be reviewing applications as they are received, so if you're keen, please apply now!
If you'd like to have a kōrero about this role, contact Maria Lyons on 021 403 855, or email maria.lyons@nicherecruitment.co.nz
Job ID:
44712
Published date:
25-02-2025
Summary
Are you a detail-oriented, motivated professional ready to make a meaningful impact? Join a dedicated team focused on maintaining the highest standards in a crucial sector that directly affects public safety and trust. We’re looking for a Professional Standards Advisor to help uphold excellence and accountability within this organisation.
Mō te tūranga | The role
In this dynamic role, you will play a key part in maintaining professional standards across a range of cases. You’ll provide expert advice, assess compliance with established guidelines, and work alongside stakeholders to resolve issues that safeguard public interests. Your ability to communicate effectively, draft precise documentation, and collaborate with colleagues will be key to your success.
- Review and manage cases to ensure compliance with professional standards
- Communicate effectively with professionals and stakeholders to resolve queries and concerns
- Contribute to a collaborative team environment focused on achieving shared goals
- Present findings and provide recommendations to support decision-making processes
He kōrero mōu | About you
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Strong business writing skills with a keen eye for detail
- Excellent verbal communication and skills
- Ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in case management, regulatory roles, or the health sector is highly regarded
- Familiarity with navigating legislation (e.g., health-related frameworks) is a plus, but not essential
He Angitūtanga | The opportunity
Become part of a supportive, inclusive team that values your contribution to a meaningful cause. This is a rewarding and challenging environment with opportunities for growth and the flexibility to maintain a work-life balance.
Tono mai | Apply
If this sounds like you, I’d love to kōrero! Contact Maria Lyons on 021 403 855 or email maria.lyons@nicherecruitment.co.nz to obtain a position description.
To apply, please click “Apply Now” and submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience. We will be reviewing applications as we receive them.
Only candidates who have the right to work and reside in New Zealand now are eligible to apply for this position.
Job ID:
43968
Published date:
07-02-2025
Summary
Principal Advisor - Employment Relations
- Permanent role based in Auckland or Wellington
- Tight-knit collaborative team + genuine flexibility and WFH days
- Opportunity to explore diverse and interesting work
Join this large and dynamic agency and help lead the way in creating a high performing, engaged, and inclusive workplace. This role sits within a highly skilled and dedicated ER team, a centre of excellence within the wider People group.
As a Principal Employment Relations Advisor, you will support and provide expert advice to the People function and wider organisation on a broad range of employment relations issues. You’ll play a key role in shaping and delivering the Employment Relations work programme to help build a best practice environment, support the People Strategy, and drive transparent, compliant practices across the organisation.
In this critical and influential role, you will partner with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation to work through the industrial relations, strategic, and legal implications of people-related initiatives.
You’ll enjoy providing expert employment advice to people leaders and coaching HR Business Partners to build capability, deliver a great employee experience, and foster a ‘Speak Up’ culture.
Fundamental to this organisation’s employment relations strategy is ensuring that it maintains credible, collaborative relationships with union partners and an important part of the role is navigating what this means in a large organisation.
Working within a high-performing collaborative team, you will be well supported to ensure ER casework, including whistleblower investigations, are resolved efficiently to achieve the best possible result for the organisation and its people.
Support and champion the organisation's commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Te Ao Māori.
Ko koe tēnei | About you
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Proven experience in NZ employment law and workplace relations, preferably with a unionised workforce.
- A law degree (or similar tertiary qualification) with around 7+ years’ PQE, ideally with the ability to hold a NZLS practising certificate.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to connect with empathy, influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of an organisation.
- A balance of strategic thinking and the willingness to get ‘hands-on’ delivering tactical solutions and strong problem-solving abilities.
- Pragmatism and proven experience in delivering efficient resolution of employment disputes.
- Strong analytical and drafting skills, with an eye for detail Demonstrated ability to apply sound judgement in identifying and appropriately managing risk
- Knowledge of (or a willingness to learn about) Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Te Ao Māori, diversity and inclusion.
He angitūtanga | The opportunity
Be part of a leading organisation that has a clear mission and strong commitment to its values. You’ll make a meaningful impact on New Zealand’s future while growing your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.
A generous range of benefits are on offer including 5 weeks annual leave, an extra ‘My Day’ to take whenever you like, and Life, Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance scheme available for permanent employees. Genuine flexible working options are also available.
If you’re ready to make a difference, I'd love to hear from you!
Rā Katinga | Applications close
Sunday, 23rd February.
To apply for this role, click the 'Apply' or 'I'm interested' button, or for more information and a confidential discussion about whether this role might be suitable for you, please contact Maria Lyons on 021 403 855 or maria.lyons@niche.recruitment.co.nz
Job ID:
43697
Published date:
20-12-2024
Summary
Join this supportive Property/Development team in the Bay of Plenty with experienced and approachable mentors and innovative benefits!
The Opportunity
Are you a junior lawyer seeking to join a well-established firm that offers amazing benefits and high-quality work? Our client is a high-quality full-service legal practice in sunny Tauranga that encourages pragmatic working and a healthy lifestyle. They seek a dedicated and skilled Property lawyer to join their friendly and professional team that puts people first to work on a diverse range of contentious matters.
You will enjoy building relationships with quality clients and will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of work, such as residential and commercial conveyancing, providing advice on commercial property and financing matters, as well as trusts and estate planning. Supported by a team of experts within a large well-resourced practice, you will be encouraged to grow and thrive in your legal career with on-going professional development and access to approachable Partners.
A range of benefits with a strong focus on wellness and quality of life and a culture that inspires, nurtures, and rewards effort to complement an excellent base salary commensurate with experience is on offer. There is support, flexibility, and even a car park for your daily use to save on the stress of commuting. The implementation of leading technology will also help you perform at a high level and work efficiently.
If you aspire to take your career further with a well-established firm in a fabulous location, we want to hear from you!
About You
The successful candidate will be committed to providing excellent care for their clients and open to mentoring junior practitioners.
Ideally, you will be:
- A NZ qualified solicitor with ideally 1-5+ years' PQE
- Ideally previous experience in Property law from another private practice
- Strong interpersonal skills and a client care approach
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Personable and collaborative
If you are interested in knowing more about this opportunity, please get in touch with us admin@nicherecruitment.co.nz.
Job ID:
42926
Published date:
20-12-2024
Summary
The Opportunity
Our client, a boutique legal practice specialising in Resource Management/Environment Law, is seeking a talented lawyer to join their passionate team.
This is your opportunity to immerse yourself in a variety of interesting and rewarding work, where you will advise large corporates, regulatory bodies, developers, private individuals and iwi on issues like:
- Resource consents
- Infrastructure projects and Public Works
- Local Government
- Agriculture
- Climate Change
- Land and housing developments
- Major projects (oil, gas, mining, wind farms)
- Iwi interests
About The Team
The team is warm, friendly and deeply passionate about Environmental Law. They have a great sense of humour and are very understanding about personal commitments.
The directors have extensive experience at top-tier firms, and are dedicated to your growth. You can expect:
- Supportive Mentorship: Learn from the best through ongoing support, training and mentorship, and build a thriving career
- Work/Life Balance: Get your māhi done and go home!
- High-quality work: Deliver great results for clients and high quality output
What's in it for you?
- 5 weeks annual leave
- Flexible WFH arrangements
- Genuine work/life balance
- Fun social events
- Free food in the kitchen
About You
We are seeking NZ-qualified lawyers with 2 or more years of experience in Resource Management/Environmental Law.
For highly experienced environmental law/RM practitioners, we have a broader network of firms we can connect you with, so we invite you to kōrero further with us on these opportunities.
However, if you are a practising lawyer who has always had a passion for this exciting and evolving area of law, please do no hesitate to get in touch!
How to Apply?
To apply, click the "Apply" or "I'm Interested" button, to submit your CV and a short summary detailing your interest in the role.
Alternatively, for more information or to kōrero further about the role, please contact: Meilin Wu (LLB.BCom) on 021 483 490 or meilin.wu@nicherecruitment.co.nz
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