Senior Legal Researcher / Advisor

OverviewSenior Legal Researcher / AdvisorThe Environmental Law Initiative (ELI) is a charitable trust that aims to make a positive difference to the environment through the application and improvement of environmental laws.

ELI uses litigation, advocacy and education to meet these aims.

ELI works across a range of environmental domains, including oceans, freshwater, biodiversity and conservation, climate change, and environmental pollution.ELI is recruiting for a Senior Legal Researcher / Advisor to help drive the delivery of ELI's strategic purpose.

The role is full-time and based in our Wellington office.

The role's primary responsibility will be to develop and deliver research projects that will lead to opportunities for environmental litigation and advocacy.

It will also involve working with the ELI team and wider stakeholders to support environmental litigation.The successful applicant(s) will bring fresh and creative ideas to the development of litigation and advocacy opportunities.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and deliver research projects that will lead to opportunities for environmental litigation and advocacy.Work with the ELI team and wider stakeholders to support environmental litigation.Contribute fresh and creative ideas to the development of litigation and advocacy opportunities.QualificationsA minimum of 5 years of experience in a research, legal practice or investigative roleExperience of developing project proposals or pitchesProject management or case management experienceSome knowledge of New Zealand environmental lawA relevant tertiary qualification or relevant equivalent experienceExperience of litigation (preferable)SalaryThis is a rare role for an experienced legal / research professional who wants to make a positive difference to the environment of Aotearoa New Zealand.

In return, you will be provided with a stimulating and supportive working environment and the opportunity to work across a multitude of exciting litigation and advocacy projects.The starting salary for this role will be in the range $110,000 - $130,000 per annum for a full-time position.Contact for more informationFor more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Matthew Hall, Director, Research and Legal –

• to applyTo apply : please use the Seek application portal to apply.

Please include a CV and a cover letter.Closing dateClosing date : Wednesday 15 October 2025

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