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Posted 22 July, 2026

National Registry Officer

Ministry of Justice (New Zealand)
Auckland, AUK, NZ Full Time
Reference: 46afcc4b3011bfc8

Job Description

National Registry Officer – Auckland – Multiple positions, Permanent, full-time. This role supports everyday New Zealanders in our Justice system through customer service and case management. It will initially be based at the Auckland District Court, scheduled to relocate to Ellerslie in March 2027. National Registry Officers play a critical role in supporting courts and tribunals to enable access to justice and deliver quality services. Centralised Services is part of National Service Delivery, providing services nationally that do not require face‑to‑face interaction. Key responsibilities Customer Service – interacting with customers on any court related matter. Case Management – ensuring the Judiciary and case parties have all the information needed for timely and efficient hearings. First line of contact for callers to the Ministry, handling inquiries such as court opening times, jury duty, and upcoming hearings. Applying legislation and policies to process customer applications and respond to correspondence. Exercise powers as a Deputy Registrar of the District Court. Collaborate with the National Registry and National Registry Services teams to deliver efficient service. Required skills and experience Passion for helping people. Strong communication and relationship‑building abilities. Adaptability in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment. Strong computer competency and willing to learn. Positive attitude with sound judgement and willingness to go the extra mile. High attention to detail in processing tasks. Benefits 4.4 weeks holiday leave. An online professional development portal. Access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks. Salary and remuneration The remuneration band for this role is $60,729–$80,794; the appointing salary will be based on skills and experience. Diversity and inclusion We welcome and support people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities, and religions. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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