Criminal Defense Team Lead – Flexible Hours & Growth

Ministry Of Justice; Auckland; On-site; NZD 113,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days holiday leave

Flexible work hours

Online professional development portal

Access to inclusive networks

Job summary

The Public Defence Service Waitakere is seeking an experienced criminal litigator with people management experience to lead the Legal Team. The role involves managing a varied criminal caseload, appearing in High Court and Court of Appeals when required, and mentoring junior lawyers in a supportive office environment.

Applicants should hold a PAL 2 level listing and be eligible to practice law in New Zealand, with credibility in the legal community and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Must hold PAL 2 level listing and be eligible to practice law in NZ.
• Proven credibility with judges, peers and others in the legal community.
• Comfortable working as part of a supportive, collaborative team.
• Enjoy sharing legal expertise and mentoring a small team of lawyers.
• Demonstrates empathy and the ability to relate to a wide range of people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality defence representation to legally aided clients.
• Manage a varied caseload of criminal matters, including high profile cases.
• Appear in High Court and Court of Appeals when required.
• Manage, mentor and supervise junior lawyers.

Skills

Criminal litigation

People management

Court appearances

Education

PAL 2 level listing

Qualified to practice law in New Zealand

Job description

The Public Defence Service Waitakere is seeking an experienced criminal litigator with people management experience to lead the Legal Team. The role involves managing a varied criminal caseload, appearing in High Court and Court of Appeals when required, and mentoring junior lawyers in a supportive office environment.

Applicants should hold a PAL 2 level listing and be eligible to practice law in New Zealand, with credibility in the legal community and a collaborative mindset.