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Offer: Solicitor (Lvl 2):HainesAttractJob description:Job DescriptionTe ?huatunga a te t?ranga/ about the functionWe are pursuing up to two Solicitors to join our Legal Advice team in the Office of Legal Counsel at the Ministry of Justice. One of the positions is permanent, and the other is for a fixed-term (or secondment for State Sector employees) for up to 12 months from mid-May 2021, while one of our solicitors is away on parental leave. The Office of Legal Counsel offers a stimulating and compensateing legal environment. We provide a broad range of specialist public law and commercial law advice across all areas of Ministry of Justice operations. We give legal advice about functions, powers, and tasks relating to the Ministry’s administration and support services for courts and tribunals, and other legal services provided by the Ministry. We advise on the Ministry’s procurement, contracting, property, and other commercial activities. We supervise litigation and disputes that involve the Ministry or judicial agents. Our work often touches on constitutional and administrative law, information law, employment law, Crown-M?ori legal issues, and civil and criminal procedure. Our team is responsible for advising Ministers on the exercise of the Royal prerogative of mercy, compensation claims for wrongful conviction and imprisonment, extradition requests, and the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act. M? te t?ma/ about our team At T?h? o te Ture – the Ministry of Justice, we’e committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa. Joining the Ministry of Justice means you will become part of an inclusive organisation that values you and the communities we serve. It’s our promise to ensure our workplace is one where our people feel healthy and safe, supported and able to be themselves at work. We value respect as the foundation for building a positive workplace culture and one where diversity is welcomed and celebrated. He p?kenga tou/ expertise and practice To be prosperous in the function you will ideally: » be eligible to hold a practising certificate » have some previous practice providing legal advice to internal and external clients » demonstrate well developed communication and relationship management expertise. Tono mai/ how to apply To apply, click the apply button below to be directed to our careers website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter. income range per annum: $70,445-$99,452 If you have any questions Contact Us by recruitment@justice.govt.nz How to submit the application:To apply, please go to the Ministry of Justice vacancies website: apply.justice.govt.nz and follow the instructions. Applications close Tuesday, 6 April 2021.Skills:
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