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Intermediate Solicitor

Intermediate Solicitor

New Zealand GovernmentWellington, Wellington, New Zealand
30+ days ago
Job description

Opportunity for an intermediate solicitor to help make a real difference for tamariki and rangatahi.

Plenty of people engagement and across a variety of areas of law.

Supportive team environment and management.

Ongoing training and development.

We're offering a competitive salary starting from $90,429 (mid-band $100,019), depending on experience.

About the role

In this fast-paced, exciting role you will play a key role at Wellington-based National Office providing a range of advice to support the wellbeing of Tamariki and Rangatahi. The National Office legal team at Oranga Tamariki is experienced, strategic, agile and focused on outcomes. The team's work has been recognised through being a finalist in the 2022 ILANZ public sector in-house team of the year award and a Solicitor-General commendation at the Government Legal Network Awards 2024.

What you will bring

Our Legal Services team has a position available for an intermediate solicitor to join our dynamic and agile legal team. Previous public sector experience is highly desirable.

  • Commercial and Procurement
  • Employment
  • Policy and legislative development
  • Social sector contracting (particularly focussing on devolution to Māori partners)
  • Providing advice to operational teams
  • Treaty advice

The National Office team is one of seven legal teams within Oranga Tamariki, with the other teams focusing on supporting social work and proceedings in the Family Court. Working collectively, our lawyers support Oranga Tamariki to achieve the goal of all tamariki being in loving whānau and communities where Oranga Tamariki can be realised.Reporting to the Legal Manager - National Office, successful candidates will be based in Wellington.

We would love to hear about your skills and experiences so have listed some of the key requirements below :

  • Must have been admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor in New Zealand and have (or be eligible for) a practising certificate.
  • For an intermediate solicitor role, you will have 3plus years’ PQE in a relevant area of law but we are also willing to consider equivalent time in other roles.
  • Be driven by a desire to ensure all tamariki are in loving whānau and communities.
  • Committed to helping us honour our Treaty commitments to Māori to improve long-term outcomes.
  • Thrive in a job where no day is the same but each day your mahi matters.
  • Committed to continuing your own Te Ao Māori development and cultural competence.
  • Must have excellent communication, digital and written skills.
  • You are a 'straight up' person who is honest, transparent and keeps your word plus is a team player and enjoy collaborating with others.
  • Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture.

    • About us

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values :

    We putTamarikifirst

    We believeArohais vital

    We respect theManaof people

    We areTikaandPono

    We valueWhakapapa

    We recognise thatOrangais a journey

    We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

    What's in it for you

    Oranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $90,429 and $100,019 dependant on experience.

    We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

    To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit

    How to Apply

    Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address.

    If you have any questions about role, please or the team managers Lauren Donellan ( ) or Nicolette Butler ( ).

    Applications for this role close at 5pm on Monday 24th November 2025.

    If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.

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