Senior Solicitor | Litigation

New Zealand Government Joba; Auckland; On-site; NZD 112,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver

Wellness benefits

Job summary

MBIE’s Auckland-based Litigation team is seeking an experienced Litigator to advise on and appear in proceedings across civil and criminal matters arising from MBIE’s enforcement activities. You will represent MBIE in Courts, Tribunals and licensing boards, including international regulatory matters.

As a senior member you will provide technical leadership, mentor less experienced colleagues and contribute to building litigation capability while working autonomously in a collaborative

Qualifications

• Sound civil and/or criminal litigation experience with approximately at least five years + PQE.
• Tertiary qualification in law and ability to obtain a current practising certificate.
• Knowledge of regulatory enforcement litigation desirable.

Responsibilities

• Advise on and appear in proceedings before Courts, Tribunals and licensing Boards on civil and criminal matters related to MBIE enforcement activities.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance and mentoring to less experienced colleagues.
• Develop litigation capability across the team and contribute to MBIE’s complex legal matters.

Skills

Civil/Criminal litigation

PQE 5+ years

Public law

Regulatory enforcement

Mentoring

Education

Law degree (LLB)

Job description

Discover a career with purpose at MBIEDiscover a career with purpose at MBIEPermanent position based in Auckland CBDSalary range $112,000 - $160,000 kiwisaver and wellness benefitsLitigator required for in-house teamChallenging and varied role in dynamic environmentGrow your experience across MBIE's 16 different regulatory systemsAbout the Role - Tenei turanga:An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Litigator to join our Auckland based Litigation team within the Legal, Ethics and Privacy branch.In this role you will advise on and appear in proceedings before a variety of Courts, Tribunals and licensing Boards on civil and criminal matters arising in relation to the broad range of enforcement activities across MBIE. These include prosecutions and civil appeals in the District Court, enforcement of minimum employment standards in the Employment Relations Authority and Employment Court, refugee and deportation appeals in the Immigration and Protection Tribunal, disciplinary complaints before occupational licensing boards, and appearances before the Tenancy Tribunal.As a senior member of the team, you will also provide technical leadership, guidance and mentoring to less experienced colleagues, sharing your expertise and contributing to the development of litigation capability across the team.You will work with autonomy in a collaborative and supportive environment. You will learn from colleagues to build your knowledge as well as sharing your knowledge with others to conduct litigation, provide advice and support on some of MBIE's most complex legal matters.Nga pukenga me nga wheako e hiahiatia ana -Skills and Experience RequiredSound civil and/or criminal litigation experience with approximately at least five years + PQESound legal technical skillsWell-developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft clear, precise legal documentationExcellent relationship management skills and an ability to work well with othersDemonstrated ability to coach, mentor and support the development of less experienced legal professionals.A tertiary qualification in law and ability to obtain a current practising certificateSome knowledge of regulatory enforcement litigation is also highly desirableThe ability to reason robustly and persuasively and deliver successful outcomes in a demanding environmentPrevious intermediate/senior experience working in a litigation roleSolid experience and knowledge of public law principles including statutory interpretationA full, clear driver's licence as the role involves some travelAbout MBIE - Etahi korero mo MBIE:MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.Mahi Tahi - Better TogetherMaia - Bold and bravePae Kahurangi - Build our FuturePono Me Te Tika - Own ItOur aspirations are echoed in our Maori identity - Hikina Whakatutuki - which broadly means `lifting to make successful'.MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Maori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Maori, other Maori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Maori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Maori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.E mohio ana a Hikina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kotuinga I waenganui i a ngai Maori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, a, kei te whai ia ki te whakau ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Ma te whai kiko o nga kotuinga ahunga roa o nga iwi, o ngai Maori, me etahi atu ropu Maori ki te Karauna, ka tutuki tenei. He ahuatanga nui tenei e ahei ai nga mahi whanaketanga a-ohanga, a-papori hoki ki a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui. E whai tonu ana matou ki te kotui atu ki nga iwi mo te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i nga kaupapa kua roa nei e tami ana i a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui, a, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i nga aheinga kokiritanga ma nga iwi, me te tautoko i nga iwi kia whai mana ake ai enei aheinga.How to Apply - Me pehea te tono:Click here to view a position description.When you are ready to apply please send a CV and cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for this role.All applications must be submitted via our online process.Email [e-mail] quoting ref MBIE/20115 if you have any further questions.Applications close on 05 October 2026