Solicitor/Intermediate Solicitor - Invercargill

• One Permanent Position
• Based in Invercargill
• Opportunity to help make a real difference
• Supportive team environment and management
• No time recording or fee targets
• Ongoing training and development

Note applications for this position close 11:30pm 12th January 2025 however applications may be reviewed prior to closing date.

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:

• We put Tamariki first
• We believe Aroha is vital
• We respect the Mana of people
• We are Tika and Pono
• We value Whakapapa
• We recognise that Oranga is a journey

Our purpose is to ensure that all tamariki are in loving whānau and communities where oranga tamariki can be realised. We believe that by getting involved early in their lives and showing love and care, we give children the best chance of growing into happy thriving New Zealanders.

Mō te tūnga| About the role

Our Legal Services team has a position available for a Solicitor to join our dynamic and agile legal team. Previous experience is desirable but not required.

Successful candidates will ideally have experience or an interest in key work areas, these include:

• Litigation, particularly Family Court litigation
• Risk management
• Providing advice to operational and frontline personnel
• Applicants will be expected to provide advice in a range of areas of law. We provide strategic advice across all areas of our service.

Reporting to the Regional Legal Manager - Southland, Otago, Canterbury and West Coast role, we have a preference that successful candidates will be based in Invercargill.

The Lower South Island team is one of six front-line legal teams within Oranga Tamariki, focusing on supporting social work and proceedings in the Family Court. Working collectively, our lawyers support Oranga Tamariki to achieve the goal of all tamariki being in loving whānau and communities where Oranga can be realised.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What will you bring

• You will have been admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor in New Zealand and have (or be eligible for) a practicing certificate;
• You are driven by a desire to ensure all tamariki are in loving whānau and communities
• You are committed to helping us honour our treaty commitments to Māori to improve long-term outcomes
• You thrive in a job where no day is the same but each day your mahi matters
• You are committed to continuing your own Te Ao Māori development and cultural competence
• You have an understanding of relevant areas of law and/or a genuine passion and interest to work in this area;
• You have excellent communication, digital and written skills;
• You are a 'straight up' person who is honest, transparent and keeps your word. You are a team player and enjoy collaborating with others

Oranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/

Me pēhea te tuku tono  | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address.

If you have any questions about role, please contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz

Oranga Tamariki is committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities and welcome applications from everyone who can meet the requirements of the role. We also support flexible working arrangements.

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol

Applications Close: 11.30pm 12 January 2025