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Job Opportunity: Panui – Senior Solicitor:Maori Pacific JobsJob description:Job DescriptionWork on major legal issues atTe Tai ?hanga» Work at the forefront of issues that matter for New Zealanders » We embrace flexible working (including part-time workers or workers from outside Wellington who may wish to work remotely on a permanent basis) We are seeking for four (4x) Poutoko Ture M?t?mua (Senior Solicitors) to support Te Puna R?ia (the Legal team) at Te Tai ?hanga (the Treasury). We are seeking for Senior Solicitors with practice across a wide variety of practice areas, including any of the below (it is not necessary to have practice in all areas listed): » expertise (or a commitment to build expertise) in Te Tiriti o Waitangi, He Wh?inga Amorangi (Crown-M?ori capcapability framework) and te reo M?ori » practice in commercial law and/or corporate law » practice in banking law or advising on financial transactions » practice in public law and advising on administrative decision-making powers M? te t?nga meTe Puna R?ia| About the function and the Treasury Legal Team Te Tai ?hanga is the government’s lead economic and financial advisor. Our vision is to be a world leading Treasury working towards higher living standards for New Zealanders. Te Puna R?ia (the Legal team) contributes to the Treasury’s vision by providing robust and solutions-focused legal advice to effectively manage legal risk and implement projects. The Legal team works closely with policy and operational teams across the department to advise on a range of public and commercial law issues. The Poutoko Ture M?t?mua (Senior Solicitor) has a strategic level of responsibility in the Te Puna R?ia to provide general legal advice and services for Te Tai ?hanga Te Puna R?ia (the Legal team)’s work is very diverse and you will support internal clients on a wide variety of issues. The type of work you will typically do includes: » Provision of oral and written advice on various matters, in particular, including: » Legislation that the Treasury administers » The activities and statutory obligations of Ministers, the Treasury, Crown-owned companies and Crown entities » Commercial transactions and advice to support the New Zealand Capital Markets Directorate and New Zealand Export Credit functions within the Treasury » The Crown-M?ori relationship and its implications for the Treasury’s work. » Advising on general contracting and procurement processes » Assisting on a wide variety of legal matters significant to Te Tai Ohanga’s mahi He k?rero m?u | About You Te Puna R?ia work right across Te Tai ?hanga’s work programme on a wide variety of legal issues. We are pursuing Poutoko Ture M?t?mua (Senior Solicitors) across a wide variety of practice areas: Essential qualifications / practice: » Law degree » Hold, or eligible to hold, a practicing certificate » practice providing legal advice on complex matters » Effective and proactive communication, stakeholder management and collaboration expertise » expertise of Te Tiriti o Waitangi/ the Treaty of Waitangi and / or a commitment to build Te Tiriti competency and te Reo M?ori capcapability » A strong focus on client service, problem-solving and solutions » The capability to play a function coaching and supervising more junior team members (including at times peer reviewing their advice) » availability to get involved in a variety of work » capability to meet the criteria required to hold a NZ Government security clearance » At least five years’ practice as a lawyer Additional othersignificant technical practice would include (it is not necessary to have all of the below): » practice in public law and advising on administrative decision-making powers » practice in commercial law and/or corporate law » practice in banking law or advising on financial transactions » expertise working with government processes and the parliamentary system for the passage of legislation » Familiarity with the provisions of the Public Finance Act 1989 and the underlying policy and practical applications of the Act Working at Te Puna R?iaat Te Tai ?hanga: We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us to support Te Tai ?hanga’s work towardsincreasing higher living standards for New Zealanders. We need to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, orientations, and identities. We also want to provide flexible working environments where everyone feels significant, valued and supported. Here are some ways we encourage representation of the population we serve: » The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours (including the capability to work remotely from outside Wellington on a permanent basis) » Opportunities to develop your te reo M?ori » Connection with Te Puna Aronui and tuakana M?ori internally within Te Tai ?hanga » Employee networks to support colleagues, including working parent, rainbow and cultural networks Tono inaianei|Apply Now Applications close 5 pm Tuesday 7 September. All candidates must have the right to work in New Zealand and applications must be made via our online portal. If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and CV via The Treasury careers site: https://centralagenciesjobs.cass.govt.nz/the-treasury/jobdetails/ajid/TwoX7 /Panui-Senior-Solicitor,27728.html For more information on the function, please take a look at the Job Description via this link. Here you will find additional attachments including the job description and job advert in Te Reo M?ori. In your cover letter we’d like to know: » about you, your values, your whakapapa » your interest and motivations for this function » the abilities, strengths, personal attributes and diverse perspectives you will bring to the function and this organisation. Formore information Contact Us by Yi Nicholl (Yi.Nicholl@treasury.govt.nz) , Tumu R?ia Tuarua me Kaiwhakahaere R?ia (Deputy Treasury Solicitor & Manager), Legal. How to submit the application:Applications close 5 pm Tuesday 7 September. All candidates must have the right to work in New Zealand and applications must be made via our online portal -CLICK HERESkills:
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