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Provide a leadership role in relation to multiple policy & legislative projects of varying complexities.
Working at the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) | Te Tari Taiwhenua, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of New Zealanders.
DIA administers a large and diverse legislation portfolio which is outlined here: https://www.dia.govt.nz/About-Internal-Affairs---Our-portfolios---Legislation. More information about DIA, and what the Department does, can be found at www.dia.govt.nz.
DIA’s Legal Team sits in the Te Urungi – Maōri, Strategy and Performance Branch. It is a small branch with a big job - providing direction, oversight and leadership across the department around te Tiriti settlements and relationships with iwi, risk assurance, project governance, legal, communications and strategic planning.
Mō tēnei tūranga | About this role
As a Principal Solicitor you will report to the Manager, Policy & Regulatory. In this role you will:
DIA offer flexible working arrangements, meaningful work with a lot of variety, and you will have a great deal of autonomy while having access to support and development opportunities. You will work with a tight-knit team of lawyers who are passionate about their work but also like to have a good laugh. You will have opportunities to speak and learn te reo Māori and connect with tuakana Māori in their Te Urungi Branch and through Te Tari Taiwhenua’s tangata whenua network.
We’re happy to receive applications for this role if you’re looking for full-time, part-time, secondment or other flexible working arrangements.
Mōhou ake | About you
DIA are looking for someone who:
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Working at DIA, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of New Zealanders.
They are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. They recognise a diverse workforce contributes to better business outcomes. DIA are committed to creating a workplace where all kaimahi have equal access. If you require any additional support throughout the recruitment process, please let our consultants know.
If you are passionate about making a positive difference and want to be part of a diverse and inclusive team, we encourage you to apply today! Applications close 5pm, Thursday, 7 November 2024. Robert Walters is exclusively managing the recruitment of this position alongside DIA. For a confidential discussion, please contact Apryl Burgess - +64 27 816 9899 or apryl.burgess@robertwalters.co.nz
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 the above Consultant.
About the job
Contract Type: FULL_TIME
Specialism: Legal
Focus: Public Sector
Industry: Legal
Salary: $140,080 - $189,400 per annum + Flexible Working
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Associate
Location: Wellington
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: 2015380/001
Date posted: 24 October 2024
Consultant: Apryl Burgess
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