Court Service Manager: Lead People-Centric Justice

Ministry of Justice - New Zealand; Nelson; On-site; NZD 99,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4.4 weeks holiday leave

flexible work hours where possible

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Job summary

The Ministry of Justice - New Zealand in Nelson seeks a Service Manager to lead the Family/Civil/Tribunals team within the Nelson District Court and High Court operations.

You will coach staff, drive high performance, and ensure consistent, high-quality service for court users across jurisdictions. The role may involve statutory appointments and delegated authorities, with a focus on people-centred public service.

Qualifications

• Experience leading staff capability development through coaching and support.
• Operational management experience, ideally in a court or public sector setting.
• Strong leadership to drive teams to targets and understand impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a multi-disciplinary team across Family/Civil/Tribunals.
• Oversee day-to-day court operations ensuring consistent, high-quality service.
• Drive performance, continuous improvement and stakeholder collaboration.
• Support statutory appointments and delegated authorities as required.

Skills

Operational management

Staff coaching & development

Change delivery & process improvement

Job description

The Ministry of Justice - New Zealand in Nelson seeks a Service Manager to lead the Family/Civil/Tribunals team within the Nelson District Court and High Court operations.

You will coach staff, drive high performance, and ensure consistent, high-quality service for court users across jurisdictions. The role may involve statutory appointments and delegated authorities, with a focus on people-centred public service.