Job Description

Senior Employment Lawyer, 6+ years’ PQE – WGN

• Full-time, permanent role based in Wellington
• Unique public sector role with a broad range of interesting work
• Collaborative and collegial team environment

Are you ready to take your legal career in a new and exciting direction? Our client is seeking a Senior Employment Lawyer to join its dedicated and collegial Employment Law team based in Wellington. This is a permanent, full-time role offering a unique opportunity to work on complex and high-impact employment law matters within one of New Zealand's largest public sector organisations.

If you're a legal professional looking to switch gears and bring your expertise to a fast-paced, collaborative environment, this role could be your next career move!

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role

As a Senior Employment Lawyer, you will be supported by the Team Manager to provide expert legal advice on a wide range of employment-related issues, including employment investigations, disciplinary matters, and the interpretation of employment agreements, policies and legislation. You will be managing personal grievances, representing the organisation at mediations, before the Employment Relations Authority, and collaborating with external counsel on Employment Court matters. You will also be supporting change management processes (as required), among other tasks.

Ko koe tēnei | About you

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and a current practising certificate (or eligibility to obtain one).
• At least 6 years’ PQE with a strong focus on employment law, gained either in-house or in a law firm environment. (Broader legal experience, such as in professional discipline or general litigation is a plus).
• A strong understanding of employment law and a demonstrated ability to manage complex employment matters, including personal grievances, mediations, employment investigations and disciplinary processes.
• Experience representing clients before the Employment Relations Authority.
• Exceptional communication skills, and the ability to build relationships with diverse groups.
• A team-orientated mindset and high levels of personal integrity.

A willingness to travel across New Zealand to attend mediations, disciplinary meetings and/or Employment Relations Authority proceedings is also essential.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

If you are ready for a role where your contributions make a meaningful impact, within a team that values integrity and excellence, we would love to hear from you. Please click the 'Apply' button and submit your tailored CV and a copy of your academic transcript. Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, so we encourage you to apply promptly.

Alternatively, for more information and a confidential discussion about this position, please contact Katy Elliott on 021 483 490 (katy.elliott@nicherecruitment.co.nz).