Functional Consultant | Wellington Region

Job Description

Te Haeata/The Opportunity

Join the Digital Te Au Reka team and help shape the future of justice services in Aotearoa New Zealand. As a Functional Consultant, you will work alongside business partners, the judiciary, delivery teams and vendors to design and configure digital solutions that deliver real value. You will contribute across the full product lifecycle and help strengthen the connection between Digital and the people who rely on our services.

In this role, you will:

• Translate business needs into fit for purpose solutions
• Configure and support digital platforms and services
• Partner with stakeholders, vendors and delivery teams
• Produce clear documentation and uphold quality standards
• Drive continuous improvement and share knowledge across the team

Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience

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

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Bring experience in business analysis or functional consulting
• Translate user needs into practical digital solutions
• Configure enterprise or SaaS platforms across the lifecycle
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and vendors
• Bring an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application

Mō mātou/About us

At Te Tāhū o te Ture, the Ministry of Justice, we are committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Digital goes beyond technology. Our team delivers services that support the justice system, improve how people access services and enable better outcomes through information, data and technology. Working closely with the judiciary and our sector partners, we foster a collaborative culture focused on innovation, continuous improvement and service excellence.

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 weeks holiday leave
• Flexible work options where possible
• Access to an online professional development portal
• Inclusive and proactive employee networks
• Opportunities to develop your skills and build your career

See our full range of benefits here.

Utu ā-tau/Salary

The appointing salary for this role will be between $105,226 – $135,540  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, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on 03 July 2026 however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.

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

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