Team Manager, Centralised Services | Wellington City

Job Description

Te Haeata/The Opportunity

The Team Manager, Centralised Services is responsible for leading and managing a team of National Registry Officers (NROs) within Centralised Services. The role ensures the effective and efficient operation of the Centralised Services, delivering high-quality customer service, timely progression of customer applications, and effective decision-making in accordance with legislation.

Team Managers are appointed as Deputy Registrars under the District Court Act 2016 and are required to exercise statutory and quasi-judicial powers. Exercising these powers involves a range of work varying from completing simple processes through to decision-making that requires extensive knowledge, experience and judgement, coupled with the individual's ability to research the situation.

Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in leading and developing high‑performing teams in a service delivery or operational environment.
• Proven ability to manage complex operational workflows.
• Demonstrated capability in driving continuous improvement, problem‑solving, and leading teams through change.
• Strong stakeholder and relationship management skills.

Mō mātou/About us

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

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 $85,562 and $109,862 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 29 September; 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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