Senior Solicitor at Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Senior Solicitor - Public law

• Permanent role, conveniently located opposite Wellington train station
• Legislative focus

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Reporting to the Chief Legal Advisor, you will contribute directly to the Ministry's policy and legislative work programme, working on both primary and secondary legislation in the housing and urban development space. You will also provide operational advice and support to the Ministry's business units on other matters, and at times help out with basic contracting.

The salary range for this role is $121,855 - $148,934 +3% Kiwisaver contribution

Ō wheako, ō pukenga | About you

We are ideally looking for someone with senior level legal expertise in New Zealand public law who is interested in a wider role that also encompasses operational and other advice, and potential involvement in the Wai 2750 Housing Kaupapa claim for which the Ministry is the lead agency. In addition, the Ministry is involved in the current resource management reforms, so a working knowledge of resource management law would be an advantage.

You will have the following:

• Previous experience in New Zealand public law and legislative development, including ideally, supporting primary legislation through the Parliamentary process
• Proven ability to provide sound advice across all levels of the organisation
• Well-developed written and verbal communication ability which will allow you to convey key messages and ideas or simplify complex issues suitable to the audience
• Ability to work well with others

You will bring an awareness of Māori values, practice and perspective to your work, and commitment to growing your knowledge of Te Ao Māori, te reo me tikanga, while supporting others to do the same.

This is a unique opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of all New Zealanders' and help create the expectations, culture and success for the legal team moving forward.

Mō mātou | About us

Te Tūāpapa Kura Kāinga reflects the intention of 'the foundation for a treasured home'. The name comes from the Māori whakatauki (proverb) 'he kura kāinga e hokia, he kura tangata e kore e hokia', 'a treasured home will endure, not so a treasured person'.

It carries with it a strong connection to our purpose: he kāinga ora, he hapori ora - thriving communities where everyone has a place to call home. The importance of ensuring the wellbeing of people within the home, and our connection with the land - acknowledges the generations of people who have always called this place 'home' - and affirms our commitment to delivering for future generations of New Zealanders.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Please click on the APPLY button to be directed to the application page, from here you can upload your CV and cover letter. Please note, while applications close Sunday, 9 March 2025, we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position.

For tracking and evaluation purposes, all applications must be submitted via our on-line process. You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand and the ability to hold a current practicing certificate to be eligible for this position.'

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