Senior Solicitor

Maritime New Zealand is looking for a Senior Solicitor with expertise in Public and International Law to join their team part-time, working 20 hours per week. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the organisation's vision of preventing harm, saving lives, and securing our future. As part of the Legal Services team, you will provide high-quality research and legal advice on a wide range of issues relevant to the operation of Maritime New Zealand. You will be part of an organisation that values stewardship, guardianship, and teamwork.

Mō tēnei tūranga | About this role

As a Senior Solicitor for Maritime New Zealand, your role will include providing high-quality research and legal advice across a variety of issues. You will apply your knowledge of Public and International Law by advising the Director and staff on statutory responsibilities, reviewing legal work prepared by team solicitors, drafting important legal documents, and building essential relationships with government departments and service providers. Additionally, you will have the opportunity represent Maritime New Zealand at international forums.

Mōhou ake | About you

The ideal Solicitor will bring a wealth of experience in Public and International Law, have the ability to interpret legislation and apply common law principles, proven skills in researching and preparing legal opinions, experience in maritime, environmental, security, health & safety issues. Ideally, previous experience providing legal advice in a public sector legal team and have sound leadership and coaching skills. Your excellent written and verbal communication skills will be key to your success in this role.

• Admission as Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand and a current practising certificate (or eligibility to hold one);
• A minimum of 5 years plus post-admission experience;
• Demonstrated ability to interpret legislation and apply common law principles to relevant functions and obligations under a law framework;
• Sound public law knowledge and experience with proven skills in researching and preparing legal opinions;
• Sound knowledge of or interest in international law and legislative drafting;
• Experience in maritime law, regulation, or international law would be an advantage.

He aha te wehe i tenei umanga ture | What sets this company apart

Maritime New Zealand is an organisation that truly values its people, recognising that each individual contributes to the strength of the whole. They are committed to preventing harm, saving lives, and securing our future through leadership, engagement, education, development, and monitoring of regulatory standards. Working at Maritime New Zealand means being part of a team that cares for people and the environment.

Tono inianei | Apply Now

Robert Walters is working alongside Maritime for the recruitment of this position. Apply now, or for a confidential discussion, please call Lucy Simpson on 04 471 9749 or email lucy.simpson@robertwalters.co.nz

Applications for this role close on Friday 10th January 2025

Please note that we will be out of the office from 24 December and will return on 8 January. We will respond to your application upon our return. In the meantime, please feel free to email us any queries or to schedule a meeting in the New Year.

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Lucy Simpson on 04 471 9749 or lucy.simpson@robertwalters.co.nz