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Solicitor (L1)

Solicitor (L1)

New Zealand GovernmentWellington, New Zealand
2 days ago
Job description

## Mo tenei turanga mahi | About this role

  • A permanent role where your contribution will be valued and recognised
  • A flexible start date is available
  • This is a great opportunity to be part of a high performing team that works collaboratively across Inland Revenue to support a diverse range of internal customers.
  • Roles available in the following teams :
  • Litigation team undertaking either debt, prosecution or complex civil cases
  • Advice / Technical Standards teams focused on providing tax technical advice and guidance to internal and external customersWe're offering competitive salaries along with support and development opportunities unique to you and your aspirations so that you can bring your whole self to work and thrive with us.Legal Services is one of the largest government in-house legal teams.

The team provides advice, support, dispute resolution, civil litigation, prosecution and tax technical services for a broad range of customers across Inland Revenue.

As a Solicitor you would primarily work in the Advice / Technical Standards or Litigation work streams, depending on your preference and / or experience.

  • Available locations - Nga Tauwahi Watea
  • Advice / Technical Standards : Based in any Legal Services site - Takapuna, Manukau, Hamilton, Wellington, Christchurch or Dunedin.Litigation : Manukau or Wellington based.
  • About the role - Mo te tunga
  • Depending on your preference, you may work on litigation matters, which includes appearing in court and assisting with our civil, criminal and debt matters.Alternatively, if you are more interested in undertaking tax technical work, you may provide advice in relation to investigations and disputes or assist with the preparation of published statements containing guidance for taxpayers.A combination of litigation and non-litigation work is also possible.
  • Other key features of the role may include the following :
  • Being part of project teams involved in implementing new legislation
  • Working both proactively and reactively to help customers to get it right from the start
  • Being part of a solutions-focussed team that is recognised for providing high levels of customer service
  • Contributing to the initiatives of the wider Legal Services teamThe salary range for the role is $80,277 - $106,874 based on a standard 37 hour 55 minute work week.
  • The salary offered will be based on skills and experience assessed during the interview stage.

    We also have a Flexible Working Policy whereby staff accumulate time credit for any overtime worked.

  • About you - Mou
  • We are looking for someone who :
  • is qualified to practice law in New Zealand
  • has or is eligible to obtain a New Zealand Law Society practising certificate
  • can produce legal work that is thorough, accurate and reliable
  • can identify effective solutions to complex issues
  • can build and maintain effective relationships, has good communication skills, and a collaborative work style
  • can research problems and then explain complex answers in a clear and concise way
  • is happy to be part of a team who support and rely on one-another
  • is confident and capable at managing their own workload, while also being comfortable seeking guidance and clarification where necessary from senior colleagues.
  • Apply here - Tono mai
  • If this sounds like an opportunity you would like to pursue, please apply online by attaching a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the role requirements as outlined here and in the attached Role Description.If youhave any further queries, please email us at
  • and one of the team will get back to you.
  • Applications close at 5pm on Monday, 13 October 2025.
  • At Inland Revenue, we truly embrace diversity and inclusion and promote a flexible and supportive work environment that meets the needs of our people and business.
  • We have trust and integrity, innovate to make a difference, value peopleand work together.

    | Location : | Multiple Locations |

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