Ko wai mātou - Who are we

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - 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 āheinga - The opportunity

Are you wanting variety in your working day and looking for a work-life balance?

Do you want to work for an organisation where no two days are same and will have you working across multiple areas of law?

Are you a dynamic, solutions focused and articulate lawyer?

New Plymouth District Council is seeking a highly skilled team player to join our Legal Services team as a Solicitor.

Tino takohanga - Key responsibilities

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.

Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako - Essential skills and experience:

• Hold, or able to obtain, a current New Zealand practising certificate
• Minimum four years PQE (private practice or inhouse)
• 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

He aha ai a Taranaki? - Why Taranaki?

With the stunning Mt Taranaki as a backdrop and the warm iron sands along our coast, it is no wonder Taranaki is one of the best regions in New Zealand and the world. In Taranaki it's easy to achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career. Our regions' dynamic surf, multitude of parks and gardens, iconic walkways, major events calendar and mountain playground make this the place to live!

Ōu mātou 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!

Applications close on Sunday, 25 August 2024. You can apply here.