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Urgent! Intermediate Solicitor Job Opening In New Zealand, New Zealand – Now Hiring Oranga Tamarik

Intermediate Solicitor



Job description

  • Opportunity to help make a real difference for Tamariki and Rangatahi
  • Plenty of people engagement across a variety of areas of law
  • The role can be based in either the Hawkes Bay, Manawatu or Wairarapa.

    The Oranga Tamariki site is Masterton.

  • Mō mātou | About us


    Oranga 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 first
  • We believe Aroha is vital
  • We respect the Mana of people
  • We are Tika and Pono
  • We value Whakapapa
  • We recognise that Oranga is a journey

  • We 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 hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

    Mō te tūnga | About the role


    In this fast-paced, exciting role you will play a key role providing legal advice and advocacy services to Social Workers and other staff.

    Your work will involve significant courtroom time conducting litigation on behalf of Oranga Tamariki, with a focus on ensuring good outcomes for tamariki and their whānau.


    The key work occurs outside of the courtroom - advising and collaborating.

    This is a role where your relationships in the community will enable you to work collectively to make a positive difference for our tamariki.

    Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring


    We would love to hear about your skills and experiences so have listed some of the key requirements below: 


  • Must have been admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor in New Zealand and have (or be eligible for) a practicing certificate with 3 plus years PQE in a relevant area of law
  • Be driven by a desire to ensure all tamariki are in loving whānau and communities
  • Committed to helping us honour our treaty commitments to Māori to improve long-term outcomes
  • Thrive in a job where no day is the same but each day your mahi matters
  • Committed to continuing your own Te Ao Māori development and cultural competence
  • Have a sound understanding of either family or criminal (youth justice) law or have a genuine passion and interest to work in this area
  • Must have excellent communication, digital and written skills
  • You are a 'straight up' person who is honest, transparent and keeps your word plus is a team player and enjoy collaborating with others
  • A clean driver's license is a must; you will be using Oranga Tamariki vehicles to travel within region
  • Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture.
  • Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you


    Oranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure.

    Annual remuneration for this position starts between $90,429 and $100,019 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


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