In-House Lawyer

In-House Lawyer Published: 07/01/2025
Job Location: Wellington/New Zealand Job Type: Permanent Work Type: Full Time Category: Legal
Income: $80,000-$85,000 About us | Mō mātou
Kia ora! We're Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau, the membership organisation for the problem-solvers, innovators and creators of Aotearoa. Our culture is supportive and flexible and our mahi is transformative. We empower our kaimahi to bring their best because that's when we're at our best. We are one team, stronger working together as a collective | He tira kotahi tātou, he hoehoe tahi, he tū tahi.
Engineering New Zealand's legal team manages the organisation's professional disciplinary process, investigating complaints made about engineers. The team also provides day-to-day in-house legal services, works with government departments on projects of national significance, and understands the challenges of delivering to widening public expectations.
About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi
Reporting to the Legal Team Leader and supported by a stellar team, you will receive first-class mentoring to continue to build your legal career. This interesting and challenging role encompasses complaints management (including litigation on appeal), general legal advice, and taking a role in other projects that arise. Here are some examples of what you'll be doing:
Managing engineering complaints received in a timely and professional manner
Effectively working with complainants and engineers to encourage the early resolution of complaints
Providing timely, practical and responsive legal advice
Giving interesting and varied advice on matters for Engineering New Zealand.
Identifying issues and proactive solutions that will eliminate or mitigate risk
Proactively establishing and maintaining effective relationships with engineering employers and professionals.
Who we're looking for | Tā mātou e kimi nei
In this Wellington based role, you'll be a sound and trusted advisor who brings solid legal experience including:
A Bachelor of Laws, or other comparable international qualification with the ability to practise law in New Zealand
At least 3 years of practical experience in the legal profession
Holds, or is eligible to hold, a practising certificate
Some experience and interest in litigation
Exemplary written and oral communication skills
Outstanding relationship management skills
Empathy and pragmatism
A collaborative approach to your work
Ability to see the bigger picture.
We want to hear from you if you think you can bring value to the role, not because you tick every box. We want to hear about your ideas, experience and what you'll bring to deliver on our ambitions.
Working here/what you can expect | Ngā mahi kei mua i a koe
We're purpose driven, values led and committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace. We know we do better work if we have a diverse mix of people on our team, because engineering is for everyone and so is life at Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau.
From life in the office, to working from home and everywhere in between, you'll have access to the tools, resources, collaborators, professional development, and organisational support you need to do your best work.
We offer a social, supportive and aspirational work culture. Your mental health and work-life balance are paramount to us.
We can offer you | Tā mātou e tuku ai ki a koe

Commitment to flexibility - whatever that looks like for you.
Unlimited wellbeing leave and 5 weeks annual leave.
A professional development budget to support your aspirations.
Wellbeing initiatives which include free flu shots, confidential counselling, an organisation-funded social club and subsidised onsite massages.
Opportunities to get involved in values-driven internal initiatives, such as our neurodiversity Initiative, waiata practice, rainbow community, and te reo Māori learning.
A team of dedicated colleagues who live by our values - Integrity | Te Tū Rangatira, Service | Te Ngākau Āwhina, Cooperation | Mahi Tahi, Bravery | Te Toa.
Bright, open and modern workspace that's whānau friendly and close to the waterfront.
Accessible and gender neutral wharepaku.
Please let us know if there's anything we can do to remove barriers or support you to bring your best during the recruitment process.
Please visit our careers page for a full Position Description - /engineeringnz.org/about-us/careers/
Applications close 5pm on 20 January 2025 . All applications will be acknowledged electronically and may be reviewed prior to closing date.
Only people with the right to work in Aotearoa may apply for this position.
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