Litigation Support Officer

New Zealand Government Joba; Hastings; On-site; NZD 63,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Training and professional development

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Hastings is seeking a Legal Administration/Litigation Support Officer to join a busy regional team. You will provide confidential litigation support to solicitors and legal staff, manage correspondence, diaries, and file documentation, and liaise with Court staff and external legal partners.

We value strong administration skills, proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Strong administration background with experience in legal environments.
• Proficient with Word, Excel and Outlook in a digitalised environment.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships, handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential, efficient litigation support to solicitors, legal staff and managers.
• Manage correspondence, diaries, databases and file documentation.
• Liaise with Court staff, Ministry staff and external legal partners to support litigation work.

Skills

Administration experience

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Relationship building

Confidential information handling

Cross-cultural awareness

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Legal administration superstar needed for this busy teamPermanent role based in our Hastings Regional OfficeMo m tou | About usOranga Tamariki-Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:We put Tamariki firstWe believe Aroha is vitalWe respect the Mana of peopleWe are Tika and PonoWe value WhakapapaWe recognise that Oranga is a journeyWe are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapu, iwi and M ori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.Mo te tunga | About the roleIn this role you will provide litigation support to various sites within the region, as well as assisting the nationwide litigation support team as required.The Litigation Support Officer will be responsible for providing confidential, efficient, and professional litigation support to solicitors, legal staff, and managers, including managing correspondence, updating, and maintaining electronic diaries and databases, file management and preparing legal documentation. The role also requires liaison with Court staff, Ministry staff, and external members of the legal profession or advocates to support the Ministry's litigation work. You will be strongly supported in an environment that values continuous improvement and fosters a culture of striving to make our service better.Ng pumanawatanga ou | What you will bringKey requirements of the role include:A strong administration background is a necessity, with preferable experience in providing legal support within private practice or court environments.Advanced level of computing and keyboard skills including proficiency in Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook) and demonstrated proficiency working in a digitalised environment.A strong ability to build and maintain relationships.Welcomes and values diversity and contributes to an inclusive working environment where differences are acknowledged and respected.The ability to be flexible and adaptable, calm in a dynamic and changing environment and willing to assist wherever needed.An ability to quickly absorb information and decide on the appropriate course of action.A high levelof accuracy and excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, schedule work to meet deadlines and maintain the quality of services delivered.A strong aptitude for working and managing sensitive and confidential information.Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices.Welcomes and embraces diversity and the need as a public servant, to understand and support the M ori Crown relationship and support cultural competence as a best-practice feature.Nou te rourou | What's in it for youOranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $62,500 and $68,781 dependant on experience.We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way.This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/Me pehea te tuku tono | How to ApplyApply online with your CV and cover Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address.For more information about the role, please review the position description. If you have any questions about role, please contact [e-mail] for this role close at midnight on 8 October 2026.If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.