Judges Clerk

Judges' Clerk District Court

Fixed Term

Based at the Christchurch District Court

Te Haeata/The Opportunity

This is a 2-3 year fixed term internship for motivate, enthusiastic law professionals to develop an intricate and firsthand view of the judicial system. You will provide high quality research and directly support the District Court Judges.

If you have an LLB with a strong academic record, excellent written communication and research skills and good computer literacy this could be the opportunity for you.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working independently towards deadlines, self-motivated to manage workloads and maintain confidentiality. To excel in this role, you will understand and consider the practicalities of outcomes as well as their legality.

You will provide high quality research to resident and visiting District Court Judges in the Southern region. You will fulfil that responsibility by supplying efficient an accurate legal support on any topic required.

You are also required to include with your application the copy of the transcript of your academic record.

Mō mātou/About us

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

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.

Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here

We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:

• 4.4 weeks holiday leave
• flexible work hours where possible
• an online professional development portal
• access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

See our full range of benefits here.

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.

Utu ā-tau/Salary
The appointing salary for this role will be $67,845 with 6 monthly salary increases.

Tono mai/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 17 July 2024; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.

If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz

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