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Mō mātou | About Us
At The Treasury Te Tai Ōhanga we're creating a better future for New Zealand and everyone who calls our amazing country home. We're the Government's economic and financial advisor, working hard to raise the standard of living for everyone in Aotearoa, now and in the future.
Our talented people bring their diverse backgrounds and experiences to tackling New Zealand's biggest and most inter-connected issues. Every day, they are influencing, advising, and supporting Ministers, Crown CEOs and Government decision-makers to shape our country's collective tomorrow.
Te Puna Rōia (the Legal team) contributes to the Treasury's vision by providing robust, holistic and solutions-focused legal advice to manage legal risk and implement projects. Te Puna Rōia works closely with policy and operational teams across Te Tai Ōhanga/Treasury- and with other central agencies and departmental legal teams - to advise on a range of public and commercial law issues. The Public Law team leads advice on the Public Finance Act, changes to the structure of government (such as new agencies), responding to commissions of inquiry, judicial review and other public law litigation, and running the core legislative programme, including the budget legislation cycle.
Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the Role
As Manager, Public Law you will lead the Public Law team within Te Puna Rōia, which includes:

• Providing leadership and guidance in respect of legislation and legal advice on public law matters,
• Liaising with managers and Directors within Te Tai Ōhanga/Treasury, Crown Law, PCO and DPMC on legal issues (including participating in cross-Government working groups),
• Developing the Public Law team members, including encouraging professional and personal development of team members,
• Supporting the Treasury Solicitor including to advance the strategic work programme of Te Puna Rōia to achieve Te Tai Ōhanga/Treasury's priorities.

As Manager, Public Law you will provide and/or be responsible for providing advice on a wide range of legal issues across Te Tai Ōhanga, including:

• Key legislation that Te Tai Ōhanga/Treasury administers, the development of any new legislation and other issues relating to legislative stewardship,
• Machinery of government matters,
• The Māori-Crown relationship and Crown obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi,
• Commissions of inquiry and public law litigation,
• Bona vacantia and unclaimed money enquiries.

Ō pūmanawa | About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring with you:

• Qualified and eligible to hold a practising certificate as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand,
• Experience supervising staff or leading a team,
• A strong focus on client service and solutions,
• Effective communication skills and the ability to develop excellent working relationships,
• Knowledge or experience in relation to Te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi and/or a genuine commitment to building that capability,
• Understanding and experience with the public service and legislative process will assist.

Ko ngā hua | What We Offer
This is an important job and that's why we'll do all we can to support your success. Flexible work arrangements and five weeks annual leave, along with a range of other health and wellbeing initiatives, will help you enjoy a positive work/life balance. Our numerous social events, sports teams and employee networks will enable you to connect and have fun.
The wharenui, at the heart of our workplace, embodies our commitment to diversity and making this an inclusive place that will welcome the unique experiences and perspectives you bring to our collaborative team culture.
We'll prioritise your development, offering you opportunities to train and advance your chosen career. The work will stimulate and challenge you, helping you learn, grow and build valuable experience and skills.
Tono mai ināianei | Apply Now to shape your, and New Zealand's, tomorrow.
Please see the Job Description for further detail or for more information please contact Jenny Catran (Chief Legal Officer and Treasury Solicitor) Jenny.Catran@treasury.govt.nz
Rā kati | Applications close: Sunday 29th September. All applications must be made online. We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date.
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