Legal Secretary, PDS Hamilton

1 month ago


Hamilton, Canada Ministry of Justice (New Zealand) Full time
Legal Secretary, PDS Hamilton | Hamilton

Ready to move to an interesting criminal defence environment? Want to show case your excellent legal secretarial and technical skills? Love working in a supportive team environment?

A Public Defence Service (PDS) Legal Secretary:

  • Ensures the PDS legal team are supported in a professional, effective and efficient manner.
  • has a proactive approach to the provision of legal secretarial and general office and administration services.
  • is proactive in identifying opportunities to enhance service delivery.

To be successful in this role you will need to be:

  • Experienced and efficient in a range of administration functions, including typing and data entry.
  • A self-starter with proven initiative and the ability to take control of a busy workload.
  • Keen to learn about the world of criminal defence law.
  • Forward thinking and action orientated.

Strong written and confident verbal communication skills are critical - both in terms of the work you will do with the lawyers and also for our clients.

Ko wai mātou/Who we are

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.

The Public Defence Service (PDS) is part of the Ministry of Justice and the wider justice sector. The Ministry provides centralised business services, infrastructure, and support to the work of the PDS.

The PDS provides high quality legal advice and representation in a full range of criminal cases. Aimed at helping people access justice, the PDS promotes the values of respect, integrity, service and the delivery of excellent service to its clients.

Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities, and religions.

"There is so much more support and collegiality than anywhere else I have worked. You have so many experts around you to bounce ideas off." (Edith)

We will provide you with:

  • Access to a well-designed and embedded national induction programme,
  • Access to professional development opportunities
  • Flexible working options where possible
  • A collaborative and collegial working environment

The appointing salary for this role will be between $58,729 and $75,043 based on skills and experience.

Tono mai/How to Apply

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on Monday 27 May 2024; however, we will be reviewing CV's as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.

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