Legal Officer - Public Sector (Non-Governmental)

Placements24; Queenstown; Presencial; NZD 90 000 - 150 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Legal Officer for our Queenstown office. The role focuses on legal support across contracts, regulatory compliance, and disputes, with a strong emphasis on public sector frameworks.

A full-time position requiring on-site presence in Queenstown. The successful candidate will draft and review contracts, advise on compliance, and oversee the contract lifecycle from inception through renewal, contributing to community development through ethical practice and

Qualificações

• Post-admission experience of 4+ years.
• Experience in contract management and advisory services.
• Familiarity with public sector law and development agencies.

Responsabilidades

• Review and draft legal documents, contracts and policies.
• Advise on compliance with applicable legislation and policies.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from drafting to renewal.
• Assist in managing disputes and liaise with external counsel.
• Conduct legal research and provide reports on issues.
• Ensure procurement regulations and best practices are followed.

Conhecimentos

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Communication

Formação académica

Law degree or equivalent

Ferramentas

Legal research databases

Office productivity software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a leading public sector entity focused on development initiatives (but not a government department), is seeking a meticulous Legal Officer to join their team in Queenstown. This role is crucial for ensuring the legal integrity and compliance of the organization's projects and operations. You will be responsible for providing legal support on a range of matters, including contract management, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of public sector legal frameworks and a commitment to ethical practice, requiring full-time presence at the Queenstown office.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and draft legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and policy documents.
• Advise on legal compliance with applicable legislation and policies relevant to the organization's mandate.
• Manage and oversee the organization's contract lifecycle, from drafting to execution and renewal.
• Assist in managing legal disputes and liaising with external legal counsel when required.
• Conduct legal research and provide comprehensive reports on various legal issues.
• Ensure adherence to procurement regulations and best practices.

Requirements

• A qualified legal practitioner with at least 4 years of post-admission experience.
• Experience in contract management and advisory services.
• Familiarity with the legal landscape of public sector entities or development agencies.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and office productivity software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including medical aid and provident fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and exposure to diverse legal work.
• A stable and meaningful work environment contributing to community development.
• Collaborative team culture focused on shared objectives.
• Regular performance reviews and feedback.