September 24, 2024

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

Hamilton

FULL TIME & OTHER

Junior Legal Counsel

Exciting opportunity to begin (or continue) your legal career In-House in a supportive and dynamic environment
Fixed term, full time/part time/ (up to 37.5 hours) based in Te Awamutu (+ WFH/flexible hours)
Very attractive remuneration package

About us
Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWo A) is New Zealand’s second largest tertiary institution and the world’s largest indigenous tertiary educator, and we’ve been providing transformational education opportunities to New Zealanders for nearly 40 years. Our vision of ‘Whānau transformation through education’ drives our commitment to being at the forefront of tertiary education underpinned by Māori culture and values.
Our kaimahi (employees) enjoy a whānau-friendly workplace where everyone is encouraged to be themselves. In return for their contribution, we offer kaimahi a range of benefits including:

Attractive salary
Attendance at annual ILANZ Conference
Four extra annual leave days to celebrate Matariki and the Christmas/New Year season.
Special leave available for sporting or cultural events.
Tau Ora programmes that encourage wellbeing and inclusion.
Mentoring
Free car parking.
Flexible work hours and work-from-home options.

About this role
You will be part of the TWo A Legal team reporting to and mentored by the Legal Counsel. You will provide general legal management services/advice covering a wide range of practice areas including Commercial, Privacy, Education, IP, Compliance, IT (Saa S, Licensing), Property and Procurement.
No two days will be alike.

About you

Bachelor of Laws Degree (LLB) along with a current practising certificate
Ideally 1-4 years PQE
Exposure to a wide variety of legal disciplines
Excellent research skills and sound judgement
Exceptional relationship building abilities
A team player who enjoys working and contributing
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Developing commercial acumen together with excellent negotiation skills
The ability to deliver expert legal advice confidently
The ability to problem-solve, take initiative and deal with a fast-changing environment
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
A pragmatic, solutions-based approach

As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) is desirable.

Apply today!
Have we outlined a role that matches your capabilities and aspirations, and a workplace that appeals? Applications will close as soon as we have a suitable shortlist, so apply now.
A position description is available on our careers website. For any other queries, please email jobs@twoa.ac.nz or Grace.Ockwell@twoa.ac.nz or phone Grace Ockwell confidentially on 0274 313 0839