Senior Solicitor I Fixed Term

Position: Senior Solicitor (12‑Month Fixed Term) – Wellington

Salary: $118,390 – $143,639 + Kiwisaver + wellness benefits

The Corporate and Registries team provides legal advice to all MBIE operations, including all 17 regulatory systems, and on governance, integrity and conduct matters. As a Senior Solicitor you will work across a broad range of subject areas, delivering high‑quality, timely advice and building your experience on diverse regulatory matters.

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• Provide legal advice on a broad range of matters, including climate change, sustainability, future of work, building, employment and health & safety.
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• Advise on occupational regulation functions and space matters, and work with government on issues such as space weather.
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• Collaborate with other in‑house counsel to deliver effective solutions, working autonomously in a supportive environment.
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• Exercise technical proficiency, agility, adaptability and strong communication skills to impact complex legal matters.
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• Build and manage relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
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• Tertiary qualification in law and a practising certificate
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• Over 5 years' PQE
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• Experience in public law and an understanding of the mechanisms of government
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• Strong legal technical skills
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• Well‑developed written and verbal communication abilities
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• Ability to deliver successful outcomes in a demanding environment
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• Strong relationship management skills and ability to work well with others
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• Enthusiasm, drive and a proactive nature
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• Experience working in one or more of MBIE's 17 regulatory systems
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• Experience on governance, integrity and conduct matters and/or regulatory compliance and enforcement
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