Te Kaunihera-a-rohe o Ngamotu - New Plymouth District Council is a local government organisation located in the heart of New Plymouth. Our vision is to be the Sustainable Lifestyle Capital, and our district boasts a spectacular natural beauty from Taranaki Maunga to the moana. In 2021, we were awarded the most liveable city (for a population between 75,000 and 150,000) by the International Awards for Liveable Communities. We work collaboratively with iwi, Government, not-for-profits and businesses to achieve outcomes that benefit our community.
Te aheinga - The opportunity
New Plymouth District Council is seeking a highly skilled team player to join our Legal Services team as a Solicitor. As a solicitor in our close-knit team, you will be solutions-focused and work across the organisation supporting Council officers and managers in a variety of contexts and issues. You will provide robust and practical legal advice and assist the organisation to ensure that legislative requirements and Council bylaws, policies, and procedures are fulfilled.
Tino takohanga - Key responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing legal advice and support to Council officers and managers.
Ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and Council policies.
Nga tino pukenga me nga wheako - Essential skills and experience:
Hold, or able to obtain, a current New Zealand practising certificate.
Minimum four years PQE (private practice or in-house).
Experience in contracts, Local Government, public, commercial and/or resource management law is highly desirable.
Ability to communicate complex technical information to a broad range of internal stakeholders.
Ability to work to and meet deadlines in a highly dynamic working environment.
Ability to work cooperatively as part of a close-knit team.
Ou matou rourou- What we offer
At the New Plymouth District Council, we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff as well as personal and professional development. Depending on your experience, you can expect to start in this permanent, full-time role with us between $108,493 and $116,930.
We offer:
Five weeks annual leave.
Flexible work arrangements.
Career development.
Competitive market remuneration.
Birthday leave.
A great working environment.
'Our Peoples Package' that spans wellbeing, development, benefits, culture, and recognition.
If you think this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you! Apply now.
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