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Office Public Defender

Office Public Defender

New Zealand GovernmentDunedin, New Zealand
30+ days ago
Job description

Public Defence Service

Office Public Defender Dunedin

Te Haeata / The Opportunity

An incredible opportunity for a dynamic people leader and seasoned senior lawyer has become available to join our supportive, collegial and busy environment in our Dunedin PDS Office.

Reporting directly to the National Public Defender, you will :

  • be an integral part of both the office Leadership team and the national PDS management team
  • be critical to the achievement of PDS's operational and Strategic goals
  • provide day-to-day management and leadership of an outstanding team of lawyers
  • engage in key external relationships to support the delivery of an improved legal service
  • have a criminal lawyer provider approval at level 3 or 4, or the ability to obtain it and be qualified to practise law in New Zealand.

O pukenga / Skills and Experience

To be successful, you must be passionate about criminal justice issues and have the skills and experience to :

  • have a Provider Approval Level 3 or 4 listing
  • set the tone, expectations and culture of the office, creating an environment of trust, respect and ongoing learning
  • develop business and workforce strategies and implement vision
  • lead, engage and inspire your people to deliver a professional and dynamic service
  • deliver highly effective advocacy, stakeholder management, communication and leadership.

    • This is a challenging but truly satisfying job.

    Mo matou / About us

    At Te Tahu o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

    The PDS is part of the Ministry of Justice and the wider justice sector.

    The Ministry provides centralised business services, infrastructure, and support to the work of the PDS.

    The Public Defence Service (PDS) provides high-quality legal advice and representation in a full range of criminal cases.

    Aimed at helping people access justice, the PDS promotes the values of respect, integrity, service and the delivery of excellent service to its clients.

    Joining Te Tahu o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.

    Nga painga o tenei wahi mahi / What's great about working here

    You never know what each day will bring.

    I love the rush the job can bring whilst being able to sit and critically think about a legal issue.

    (Claire)

    We will provide you with :

  • access to a well-designed and embedded national training programme
  • professional development
  • a professional supervision programme
  • a laptop and mobile phone

    • See our full range of benefits here.

    Utu a-tau / Salary

    The appointing salary for this role will be between $147,972 and $206,570 based on skills and experience.

    Tono mai / Apply

    To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website.

    You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

    Applications close on Sunday 19 October, however we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and may be inviting candidates to interview before the close date.

    If you have any questions, please contact

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