Intermediate Solicitor - Litigation

About this role

• Join a high performing legal team that embraces challenges, tackles complex issues, and enjoys working together in a time of innovation and evolution
• Bring your legal expertise and relationship building skills to our growing litigation team and work on a wide range of litigation matters involving Ara Poutama Aotearoa – Department of Corrections
• Advise our large operational organisation with a unique role in New Zealand's public life, to make good decisions and learn from its challenges

Mō te tūnga | About the role

The Legal Services Unit works to identify and manage legal risks so that Ara Poutama can achieve its goals to improve public safety, reduce reoffending and reduce the overrepresentation of Māori. United by a strong set of values, we are reflective, insightful and proud to work in the justice system. We are always thinking about how we can make improvements to the way we work, how we support our colleagues and make more impact in our organisation.

Solicitors in our litigation team manage legal claims and proceedings, and we aim to ensure that we identify opportunities to strengthen process and decision making along the way.

As an Intermediate Solicitor you will work in a busy team on a wide range of litigation matters, including judicial review, civil claims coronial inquests, and proceedings before Tribunals and Courts. You will also advise on post detention orders and the exercise of public powers with significant impact on the people we manage, and community safety.  Your work will contribute directly to the Department's core outcomes.

This is a great opportunity to deepen your litigation experience in a meaningful public service context. You'll be supported to grow your expertise, collaborate with senior lawyers, and contribute to a high-performing, purpose-driven team.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

Successful applicants will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in litigation and public service.
• High professional standards, sound judgement, and a commitment to the rule of law.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop and maintain positive professional relationships.
• Resilience, integrity, and a collaborative mindset, with a willingness to learn and contribute to team development.
• An analytical and enquiring mind, supported by an understanding of Ara Poutama's role and strategic direction.

Ngā painga | The benefits

The midpoint of the salary range is $106,789 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $90,771 - $128,147 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

Mō mātou | About us

Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy.

We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency – applications received via email will not be considered.

When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.

Applications close on: Sunday 14^th September

If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact Tom.Nicholas@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.