Senior Legal Advisor | Kaitohutohu Ture Matua at Health and Disability Commissioner, Auckland

• • At least 5 years (senior legal advisor) post-admission experience as a barrister and solicitor
  • An excellent academic record
  • A sound knowledge of health care law, public law generally and administrative law in particular
  • A well-developed understanding of policy issues affecting the interests of health and disability services consumers
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including oral skills.
  • A demonstrated ability to handle complex cases and meet deadlines
  • Excellent research and writing skills
  • Sound judgement and analytical ability
  • Ability to work with a minimum of supervision
  • A high level of initiative and self confidence

Awhe utu - Salary range

 As part of our remuneration framework the base salary range for the position is from $100,426 to $125,532. Note: KiwiSaver / employer contribution is in additional to your base salary.

       We offer a range of benefits including: 

• Four weeks annual leave and 15 days sick leave
• EAP service

• Flexible working opportunities, including working from home (3 Days in the office and up to 2 days at home)

• Discounts on health insurance
• Learning and professional development opportunities

If you're keen to see the direct impact your contribution can have for the health and disability sector, this is your opportunity to see the positive outcomes first hand.

View the Position Description for Senior Legal Advisor position here or follow the link below (copy and paste in the web browser).

https://hdc.elmotalent.co.nz/uploads/hdc/files/PD%20Senior%20Legal%20Advisor.pdf

All applicants must complete the online HDC application form to be considered. Applications can be submitted via visitiong https://www.hdc.org.nz/careers/, Your CV and Cover Letter can be attached within the application.

E-mail enquiries to recruitment@hdc.org.nz 

Applications for this role close on 8 March 2026

Please note: Applications will be reviewed as they're received, and the role may close early if suitable candidates are found. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.