Legal Advisor

About Payments NZ: Payments NZ is the industry body responsible for ensuring secure and efficient payments in New Zealand. Established in 2010 with the support of the Reserve Bank, Payments NZ governs the core payment systems, managing over $7 trillion in transactions annually. Focus areas include API Centre, membership programmes, future innovation, and rules and standards. The organisation prides itself on a supportive, inclusive culture with opportunities for professional growth. Role Overview: The Legal Advisor will join Payments NZ's dynamic legal team, providing essential legal oversight, drafting new policies and regulations, and ensuring effective governance and risk management. Reporting to the General Counsel, the Legal Advisor will work closely with senior legal advisors and other teams across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Provide general legal advice across Payments NZ. Draft and review policies, regulations, and governance documents. Manage and mitigate legal risks. Oversee compliance with legal obligations. Produce and review meeting notes and governance documents. Support the legal team in regulatory reviews and stakeholder engagement. Qualifications: Qualified lawyer with at least 5 years of post-graduate experience. Strong background in regulatory affairs and policy drafting. Excellent writing skills. A comprehensive understanding of commercial legal principles, in particular, the Commerce Act 1986, and the ability to identify legal and commercial risks and issues. High EQ and IQ, with strong stakeholder management skills. Team player, self-starter, professional, and adaptable. Benefits: $150K - $160K annual salary. Flexible working arrangements. 1-day wellness leave per quarter. 6-month parental leave top-up. $1000 phone subsidy. Health insurance. How to Apply: For further information please contact Mike Westbury at One Eighty Recruitment on ******** or (email protected) or to apply please follow the link below.