Judges Clerk | Wellington City

Job Description

Judges' Clerk

Te Kōti Take Mahi o Aotearoa |the Employment Court of New Zealand

Permanent Full Time

Te Haeata/The Opportunity

We are recruiting for a judges' clerk for Te Kōti Take Mahi o Aotearoa | the Employment Court of New Zealand. 

The location of work (Wellington or Christchurch) and starting date are flexible and the successful candidate's preferences will be taken into account.

The successful candidate will enjoy the challenges of undertaking legal research for the Employment Court Judges, writing legal opinions, being responsible for particular areas of work, reviewing draft judgments, keeping up to date with the law and liaising with legal publishers as required.

The role may suit someone in the early part of their legal career or who is returning to work after a period away from legal practice. The Court would be prepared to consider transitionary part-time arrangements for an appointee in, for example, the final stages of their study or who is returning to work after a period of parental leave.

Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience

We are looking for someone with an LLB who has an excellent academic record, and communication and research skills.  They must have a high level of integrity.   An understanding of employment law is desirable, but not essential.  The position requires good computer literacy and an ability to work under pressure.

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we have outlined and believe you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you!

Mō mātou/About us

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

Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions. 

Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here

We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:

• 4.4 weeks holiday leave
• flexible work hours where possible
• an online professional development portal
• access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

See our full range of benefits here.

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.

Utu ā-tau/Salary

The appointing salary for this role will be between $72,634 and $100,846 based on skills and experience.

Tono mai/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.

Applications close on 6 October 2024.

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

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