Senior Lawyer - Corporate Team, Wellington (Preferred) or Christchurch
Job Description
Location: Wellington, NZ
\nThis is a 12‑month fixed‑term opportunity to support key MSD work programmes, including one of New Zealand’s largest public sector technology‑enabled transformation programmes.
\nJoin a team focused on delivering solution‑focused legal advice on corporate matters.
\nWellington is the preferred location but we will consider Christchurch for the right candidate.
\nOur Corporate Team is one of several legal teams within MSD Legal and is responsible for providing advice on corporate matters, including procurement, commercial and social sector contracting, privacy, OIAs, delegations and health and safety.
\nAbout the role | Mō te tūnga\nWe are looking for a senior lawyer experienced in leading advice on corporate matters, particularly in the areas of contracting (commercial and social sector) and information sharing. Experience in providing such advice in a public sector context and/or service transformation context is a strong advantage.
\nAs a Senior Lawyer in the Corporate Team, you will work closely with a range of MSD business areas to identify legal risks to ensure MSD meets its legal and compliance obligations.
\nYou will mentor and support other legal staff, contributing to the overall capability and excellence of MSD Legal.
\nThe Senior Lawyer role involves working collaboratively with others in the Corporate Team and across MSD Legal.
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- Provides clear legal advice on complex issues. \n
- Enjoys working collaboratively across a range of subject areas and has excellent relationship‑building skills. \n
- Can coach, mentor, and develop lawyers. \n
- Has experience in instructing and managing external legal counsel. \n
- Is observant of trends in technology and government policy, and the impact this has on our work. \n
- Has a current practising certificate or the ability to immediately obtain one, and we would prefer at least 5 years PQE. \n
