Judges Associate | Auckland City

Job Description

Senior Court Judges' Associate - Auckland High Court

Te āhuatunga a te tūranga/About the Role

Are you an experienced and professional executive assistant open to an interesting full-time role?

We are looking for a person who will provide high level executive management and administration support to ensure the Judge is able to focus on their responsibilities for the orderly and efficient conduct of the business of the court.

He pūkenga tou/Skills and Experience

• Extensive experience providing executive support within the court systems or a legal firm
• Advanced level of proficiency in office procedures, business processes and database management
• Advanced IT capability in a wide range of applications plus the ability to quickly learn and keep up to date with constantly changing technology trends
• Typing speed of at least 80 wpm with a very high level of accuracy and presentation
• Be committed to the principles of te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Bring an understanding of Te Ao Māori, Te Reo Māori me onā tikanga

Mō te tīma/About our Team

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.

Joining the Ministry of Justice means you will become part of an inclusive organisation that values you and the communities we serve. Joining Te Tari Toko i te Tumu Whakawā the Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ) you will become part of a team that values you and the Judiciary we support. It's our promise the our workplace is one where our people feel healthy and safe, supported and able to be themselves at work. We value respect as the foundation for building a positive workplace culture and one where diversity is welcomed and celebrated. 

Tono mai/How to Apply

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Salary Range: The appointing salary for this position will be between $54,689 and $71,417 based on skills and experience

Applications close on: Sunday, 10 July 2022

Our Ministry's top priority is the safety and wellbeing of its employees. We have a comprehensive range of health and safety protocols already in place across all our worksites to help keep our people safe from the effects of COVID-19. We strongly encourage and support all our people to be vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19.  Our current policy position is that vaccination is not a prerequisite for employment. However, while employed by Te Tāhū you will be bound by all policies, procedures and rules which are in effect at the time. This includes any future changes to our vaccination requirements.

If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz