Job Description

In-House Senior Solicitor (Public Service), 5+ years’ PQE

• Unique public sector role including legislative reform
• Attractive, modern offices in Wellington’s CBD
• Supportive and collegial team environment

A unique opportunity has arisen for an experienced solicitor with a passion for information law, public law and privacy to join a newly established Risk and Assurance Team within the public service.  

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role

As a Senior Solicitor, you will play a leading role in providing specialised legal advice and support within a small legal team that is part of the Risk and Assurance function. The position offers an exceptional opportunity to work across government and to contribute to significant policy and legislative reform. Your work will include the provision of timely and influential legal advice, advising on risk and risk management, working collaboratively with legal and non-legal practitioners within the organisation, and building and maintaining connections and relationships with external stakeholders from across government and beyond.

Ko koe tēnei | About you

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A Bachelor of Laws and current practising certificate (or eligibility to obtain one)
• 5 to 7+ years’ PQE, with a broad base of legal experience (potentially spanning privacy law, public and administrative law, information law, commercial law and regulation)
• A strong understanding of the in-house public sector environment (prior experience working the public sector is a plus)
• The ability to provide pragmatic, practical advice and actionable solutions
• The confidence and ability to work autonomously
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills (including the capacity to engage and influence stakeholders across multiple disciplines)
• An understanding of how Te Tiriti o Waitangi applies within the public service

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

If you passionate about making a meaningful contribution through your work, and you meet the criteria for this role, please click the 'Apply' button to submit your CV and academic transcript. Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received.

Alternatively, for more information and a confidential discussion about this position, please contact Katy Elliott on 021 483 490  (katy.elliott@niche.recruitment.co.nz) or Jane Temel on 021 499 902 (jane.temel@nicherecruitment.co.nz).