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Mō te tūnga | About the Role:

We are seeking a seasoned legal professional to serve as our General Counsel, providing trusted legal advice across all areas of our work at Whaikaha.

The role involves working independently on a variety of legal matters, including policy development, contracts, procurement, and general legal advice, supporting our Ministry's goals while managing your workload and priorities.

This part-time position offers up to 24 hours per week and is ideal for someone who values autonomy and flexibility.

Key Requirements:
  • Significant experience as a senior legal counsel or similar role.
  • Ability to work independently and provide sound legal advice.
  • Broad legal knowledge, including policy, contracts, and procurement.
  • Strong communication skills and a solutions-focused approach.
  • Ability to establish credibility and trust with the disability community, either as a disabled person or through demonstrated understanding and connection.

Click the 'Apply' button to complete the online form, or contact us at *** to discuss your application needs, such as using video applications or involving whānau or friends in your process.

If you are an existing employee, please apply through the myHR portal to ensure your profile is updated as an internal candidate.

Whaikaha has adopted the Ministry of Social Development's COVID-19 vaccination policy, which encourages but does not require vaccination unless the role specifically requires it.


Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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