Court Registry Support Officer

Justice; Wellington; On-site; NZD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Online professional development portal

Inclusive networks

Job summary

The Ministry of Justice in Wellington is seeking a Court Registry Support Officer to join our team on a fixed-term basis until 30 June 2027. This pivotal role supports court operations and delivers timely customer service.

You'll work with Judges, Lawyers and the public, assisting with case files, mail, data entry and general admin, in a respectful, inclusive workplace that values diversity. The role offers flexible hours where possible and a chance to learn within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Proven customer service experience is required.
• Must be able to multitask, be flexible and adapt to change.
• Ability to provide general administrative support including photocopying, scanning and filing.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and efficient customer service.
• Support Judges and Court Registry Officers in and out of the courtroom.
• Introduce Judges into court in English and Te Reo Maori.
• Support jury service functions and jurors in court trials.
• Provide general administrative support (photocopying, scanning, filing).
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail; manage evidence exhibits; data entry.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Administrative support

Data entry

Job description

Court Registry Support Officer | Fixed Term Full Time

The Ministry of Justice are seeking a Court Registry Support Officer to join our team in the Wellington District Court on a fixed term basis until 30 June 2027. This is a pivotal role for the Ministry. The responsibilities of Support Officers help the courts operate timely and effectively.

Te Haeata/The Opportunity

A great team culture is important at the Wellington District Court. Our promise to you is that you can be yourself and bring your full self to work.

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.

You will become part of an inclusive organisation that values you and the communities we serve. It's our promise to ensure our workplace is one where our people feel healthy, safe, and supported. We value respect as the foundation for building a positive workplace culture and one where diversity is welcomed and celebrated.

Ō Pūkenga/Skills And Experience

As a Court Registry Support Officer, you support the day-to-day operations of the court by supporting the administration function and providing customer service. Your day will involve you engaging with our participants, including Lawyers, Judges, and the public – whether it be over the phone or face to face. You'll work closely with Court Registry Officers and support them while they take Court and manage case files.

Day to day your tasks include but are not limited to:

• Providing timely and efficient customer service
• Supporting Judges and Court Registry Officers both in and out of the courtroom
• Introducing Judges/judicial officers into court (in both English and Te Reo Maori)
• Support the jury service function and the jurors themselves in court trials.
• Providing general administrative support for Court Registry Officers, including photocopying, scanning and filing
• Managing the incoming and outgoing mail
• Managing evidence exhibits
• Data entry
• Provide support and advice to our diverse customer base.

To be successful in this role you will have proven customer service experience. You will need to be confident, able to multi-task, flexible and adapt to change with ease. You'll also enjoy a challenge and be motivated to learn.

Mō mātou/About us

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.

Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here

Benefits

• flexible work hours where possible
• an online professional development portal
• access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

See our full range of benefits here.

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.

Utu ā-tau/Salary

The remuneration band for this role is $56,343 - $74,416 and appointment will be made within that based on skills and experience.

Applications

Applications close on 22 November 2026; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.

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