Legal Adviser!

• Based at Police National Headquarters
• Band H – Grade 21
• Office of Constable/Police Employee
• Permanent
• NAV
• JR 5241810

E tῡ ki te kei o te waka, kia pakia koe e ngā ngaru o te wā.
Stand at the stern of the canoe and feel the spray of the future biting at your face

Mō te tūnga | About the role
We currently have a vacancy for an experienced lawyer to join Legal Services, based at PNHQ. While there may be some variety to the work, the role will primarily be responsible for the information and privacy portfolio in Legal Services, with a focus on national standards and expert advice in this area. Along with other members of the team, the successful applicant will also be required to build relationships with the Office of the Ombudsman and Office of the Privacy Commissioner and respond to complaints received.

The legal adviser position requires experience in working independently to provide high quality oral and written advice, often within tight deadlines. While the work is varied, and an ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities is required, the primary focus of the role is to provide legal support and advice with regards to information and privacy. Experience working in information law will be required, but experience in the criminal law, public law and/or civil litigation would be an advantage.

The successful applicant must hold or be eligible to hold a practising certificate.

Key Accountabilities:

• Identifying legal risks and providing advice on appropriate actions.
• Providing timely direction and advice on information requests and complaints.
• Liaising with Crown Counsel and Crown Solicitors, as appropriate, in respect of civil matters.
• Managing projects as required within Legal Services, including law reform issues, primarily related to information and privacy matters.
• Developing and maintaining networks within the Office of the Privacy Commissioner, Office of the Ombudsman and other government agencies and members of the legal profession as appropriate.
• Maintaining close working relationships within Police networks.
• Contributing to objectives of Police, including as a member of the Legal Services team.

He aha taau e kawe mai | What you’ll bring
Whilst we are looking for skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role, we also place high importance on your state of mind, the alignment of your values with ours, your ability to contribute to and build high performing teams, and the way that you lead yourself or others.

We are looking for:

• The ability to work independently and prioritise work.
• Experience as either in-house counsel and/or as a litigator.
• Expertise in providing advice on information law.
• Experience in researching and providing high quality oral and written legal advice.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Skills in developing and maintaining strong relationships.

Whakaritenga motuhake | Special requirements

• Must have an LLB degree and Practising Certificate or the ability to obtain this without further study.
• Current CPK at the rank of the vacancy you are applying for (Constabulary only).
• For both Constabulary & Police Employees:
• Agree to enrol in a leadership programme at the advertised level, at a future date or
• Have qualified under CEP or a previous Career Progression Framework at the level you are applying for.

The successful applicant must reside within the Wellington District

This role is set at Individual Contributor level, this means your key purpose is “to deliver or enable others to deliver Our Business”.

To view the position description for this role please copy and paste this link into a new browser:
https://www.police.govt.nz/sites/default/files/pd/05-2023/legal_adviser_-_legal.pdf

Mo tātou | About us
New Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. It works in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country. Police is the government’s largest front-line response agency with around 15,000 staff in large and small communities all over New Zealand and in liaison and policing development roles overseas.

Your development is highly valued at NZ Police. Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level, but also at the team and community practice level. We work hard to match you with work that will both play to your strengths and challenge you in new ways.

The work you’ll be engaged in is real, tangible work that directly benefits our frontline and communities. Taken all together, this means we can offer you career path opportunities to progress in your chosen profession and become a more well-rounded, experienced leader, with opportunities across the range of work we support.

To view more detailed information about our recruitment process along with further details about requirements please click below link:

Applicant Information Pack (External)

Tono ināianei | Apply now
If this position sounds like you, click apply now and submit a tailored CV. You will be required to submit an application form.

Before confirmation of hire, pre-employment checks will be undertaken which include reference, drug and alcohol testing and police vetting prior to any written offer being made.

For further information on the application process, please copy and paste this URL: https://www.police.govt.nz/careers

All applications must be submitted online and will not be accepted directly via email. All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.

Utu ā-tau | Salary
This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $95,057 and $152,030 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.

If you are an internal applicant, you must apply internally through the police system. You must provide an alternative contact email address and state your future commitments should you be successful in the next stage of the recruitment process.

Please note: Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on 27th April. Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates.

If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact Joshua.Kinvig@police.govt.nz