NZ Ministry of Justice

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National Registry Officer
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
National Registry Officer – Wellington based Multiple Positions Permanent, full-time * Help support everyday New Zealanders in our Justice system * Customer Service – interacting with customers on any court related matter. * Case Management – taking responsibility for ensuring that the Judiciary and case parties have all the information they need to ensure cases are heard in a timely…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
7d ago
Manager Research & Evaluation
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Manager, Research and Evaluation – 9 months fixed term Te Haeata/The Opportunity It's an exciting time to join our Sector Insights Group as our research, evidence and insights are highly sought after by leaders across the Ministry of Justice and wider justice sector. Our work is characterised by innovation, quality, and impact. This is a highly influential Tier 4 role…
- Contract
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
7d ago
Team Manager, Centralised Services
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Te Haeata/The Opportunity The Team Manager, Centralised Services is responsible for leading and managing a team of National Registry Officers (NROs) within Centralised Services. The role ensures the effective and efficient operation of the Centralised Services, delivering high-quality customer service, timely progression of customer applications, and effective decision-making in accordance with legislation. Dimensions of position for which the incumbent is…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
7d ago
Court Registry Officer
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Fixed-Term/Secondment Opportunity at Porirua District Court until July 2027 Te Haeata | The Opportunity As a Court Registry Officer, you will work with a team responsible for the successful operation of the Court. You will liaise with multiple stakeholders, including defendants, witnesses, family members, Lawyers, and Police Officers. You will be able to communicate confidently with Judges within the courtroom…
- Contract
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
7d ago
Court Security Officer
NZ Ministry of Justice·Nelson, New Zealand
Court Security Officer – Blenheim District & High Court - Permanent, Full Time Multiple Positions available. Te Haeata/The Opportunity As Court Security Officers we take pride serving our community ensuring a safe and secure environment so people can access Justice without fear of intimidation or violence. Our roles have variety, diversity, challenges and job satisfaction. We interact, assist and build…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
7d ago
Grants Officer
NZ Ministry of Justice·New Zealand
Grants Officer - Auckland/Wellington Multiple positions Te Haeata/The Opportunity The Ministry of Justice wants people to have better access to justice services. We want people to be able to deal with us easily and quickly, and that means improving how we provide services to our customers. It's an exciting time to join the Legal Aid Services team as we focus…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
7d ago
Advisor Publishing
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Advisor Publishing - National Office, Wellington Te haeata/The opportunity We are looking for a digitally capable Advisor Publishing with a legal background to join our publishing team, who play a key role in improving access to justice. Our team is focussed on the accurate, timely and legally safe publication of judicial decisions ensuring published decisions comply with suppression and privacy…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
7d ago
Legal Team Manager PAL2
NZ Ministry of Justice·Christchurch, New Zealand
Public Defence Service Christchurch Legal Team Manager – PAL2 Te Haeata/The Opportunity Are you an experienced criminal litigator? Do you have team management experience? Are you looking for a challenge along with a varied caseload? Do you enjoy working in a collaborative and supportive environment and relish the opportunity to help more junior lawyers progress their careers? This is a…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
7d ago
Senior Policy Advisor, Fixed Term
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Senior Policy Advisor - Wellington, Fixed Term Full Time Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini. Success is not the work of one, but the work of many. Te Haeata/The Opportunity Contribute to policy that shapes justice in Aotearoa. We're looking for fixed-term Senior Policy Advisors, until June 2027, to join our policy teams and deliver…
- Contract
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
22d ago
Senior Policy Advisor
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Senior Policy Advisor - Wellington, Permanent Full Time Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini. Success is not the work of one, but the work of many. Te Haeata/The Opportunity Shape the policy that shapes justice in Aotearoa. We're looking for permanent Senior Policy Advisors to join our Policy Group, working on some of the most…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
22d ago
Principal Advisor, Strategic Planning and Assurance
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Principal Advisor, Strategic Planning & Assurance - Wellington, Permanent Full Time Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini. Success is not the work of one, but the work of many. Te Haeata/The Opportunity Provide the strategic thinking that shapes Policy Group's delivery. We're looking for a permanent Principal Advisor, Planning and Assurance to lead the work…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
22d ago
Manager, Justice Services
NZ Ministry of Justice·New Zealand
We have two exciting opportunities for experienced operational leaders to join Centralised Services as Manager, Justice Services. Te Haeata/The Opportunity The Manager, Justice Services – Centralised Services leads nationally delivered registry services that support the effective operation of courts and tribunals across Aotearoa. This includes ensuring quality service delivery that supports our customers, protects the Ministry's reputation, and enhances the…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Manager, Strategic Partnerships
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Te Haeata/The Opportunity Build relationships that matter. Strengthen partnerships that create change. Strong partnerships are essential to improving justice outcomes for Māori. We're seeking an experienced and influential leader to become our new Manager, Strategic Partnerships. In this role you will lead the Ministry's strategic engagement and partnership function, strengthening relationships with iwi, Māori organisations, justice sector partners and other…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
National Manager Centralised Services/Registrar
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Te Haeata/The Opportunity This is an opportunity to shape the future of nationally delivered registry and customer services, influencing how thousands of New Zealanders interact with the justice system each year. As National Manager Centralised Services/Registrar, you will lead nationally delivered registry and customer service functions that sit at the heart of court and tribunal operations. You will influence service…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Regional Scheduling Advisor
NZ Ministry of Justice·Auckland, New Zealand
Regional Scheduling Advisor South Auckland based Fixed term until 30 June 2027, Full time Are you looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference for the South Auckland community? As a Regional Scheduling Advisor, your work will directly contribute to ensuring people experience a more timely, effective and accessible justice system. Through the decisions you make and the relationships…
- Contract
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Court Registry Officer
NZ Ministry of Justice·Nelson, New Zealand
Court Registry Officer - Blenheim, Marlborough, Fixed Term Full time Te Haeata/The Opportunity Join a high-performing and supportive team in beautiful Blenheim, where meaningful work meets an enviable lifestyle. Located in the heart of Marlborough, Blenheim offers the best of both worlds – a vibrant regional centre surrounded by stunning wineries, sunshine, outdoor adventures and easy access to the breathtaking…
- Contract
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Assistant Registrar
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Assistant Registrar Waitangi Tribunal Unit, Wellington The Waitangi Tribunal is a permanent commission of inquiry charged with making recommendations on claims brought by Māori relating to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. It holds a unique place in the New Zealand constitutional framework. Te Haeata/The Opportunity The Assistant Registrar supports the Waitangi Tribunal by performing registrarial functions that are essential to the…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Manager, Crown Entity Monitoring
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Te Haeata/The Opportunity Influence the performance and accountability of some of New Zealand's most important Crown entities. As Manager, Crown Entity Monitoring, you will lead the Ministry's monitoring function, providing strategic oversight, trusted advice, and relationship leadership across a portfolio of Crown entities and agencies. Reporting to the General Manager, Strategy & Investments, you will work closely with Ministers, Boards,…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Court Registry Support Officer
NZ Ministry of Justice·New Zealand
Court Registry Support Officer - Fixed term/ Secondment until 30 June 2027 Te Haeata/The Opportunity Are you organised, customer-focused, and looking for a role where your work directly supports access to justice in Aotearoa New Zealand? As a Court Registry Support Officer, you will play a vital role in the daily operation of the courts. Working closely with Registry Officers,…
- Contract
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Pae Manawa
NZ Ministry of Justice·Gisborne, New Zealand
Te Haeata//About the Role We have one vacancy for a Pae Manawa/Principal Liaison Officer based in our Tairāwhiti Māori Land Court office in Gisborne. This is a rare opportunity to showcase your relationship management skills and abilities, to broker positive engagement and outcomes for Māori landowners with the Māori Land and Māori Appellate Courts. Our Pae Manawa are responsible for…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Manager Process Analysis
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Manager Process AnalysisFixed Term 24 months (30 September 2028), Full TimeNational Office Te Au Reka - Improving access to justice for all New Zealanders Te Au Reka represents the opportunity of a lifetime, making a profound difference to those who work in and interact with our courts and tribunals. We are seeking to modernise the administration of justice by replacing…
- Contract
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Technical Product Manager - Unified Comms
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Te Haeata/The Opportunity Are you passionate about modern workplace technology and delivering services that enable people to communicate, collaborate, and work effectively? The Collaboration & Productivity team is looking for an experienced Technical Product Manager – Unified Communications to lead a talented team responsible for some of the Ministry's most critical digital platforms, including Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams,…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
National Registry Officer
NZ Ministry of Justice·Auckland, New Zealand
National Registry Officer – Auckland Multiple Positions Permanent, full-time * Help support everyday New Zealanders in our Justice system * Customer Service – interacting with customers on any court related matter. * Case Management – taking responsibility for ensuring that the Judiciary and case parties have all the information they need to ensure cases are heard in a timely and…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Learning Designer
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Learning Designer - Wellington, 6 month Fixed Term, Full Time Te Au Reka - Improving access to justice for all New Zealanders Te Au Reka represents the opportunity of a lifetime, making a profound difference to those who work in and interact with our courts and tribunals. We are seeking to modernise the administration of justice by replacing highly manual,…
- Contract
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Pae Tukutuku
NZ Ministry of Justice·Northland, New Zealand
Te Haeata/The Opportunity As a Pae Tukutuku you will take pride in delivery of exceptional service to Court Users and your team by providing quality information to ensure timely progression of applications and cases. Your relationship skills enable you to educate, inform and give advice to whānau so they feel empowered about accessing the Māori Land Court, and use and…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Service Manager
NZ Ministry of Justice·Auckland, New Zealand
Service Manager – Auckland District Court Te Haeata/The Opportunity We are seeking a leader to fill a Service Manager vacancy in the Criminal jurisdiction at the Auckland District Court on a permanent, full time basis. This role reports to the Manager, Justice Services (Auckland Central), Criminal section. The Service Manager's primary focus is to coach and support employees to increase…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Manager, Outcomes for Maori
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Te Haeata/The Opportunity Lead system change. Influence outcomes. Make a difference for our communities. Lead work that helps shape better justice outcomes for Māori across Aotearoa. We believe change is possible—and we are looking for a leader who does too. As our new Manager, Outcomes for Māori, you will lead a dedicated team focused on understanding and addressing system level…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Administration Support Officer
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Te Haeata/The Opportunity If you're looking for a role that offers variety, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, this is the job for you. Drawing on your administrative expertise and natural ability to multitask, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day operations - delivering high-quality customer service and providing practical support both in…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Court Registry Officer
NZ Ministry of Justice·Gisborne, New Zealand
Court Registry Officer, Gisborne District Court – Full-time, 8-month Fixed Term. Te Haeata/The Opportunity As a Court Registry Officer, you will work with a team responsible for the successful operation of the Court. You will liaise with multiple stakeholders, including applicants, respondents, family members, lawyers and Oranga Tamariki. You will be able to communicate confidently with Judges within the courtroom…
- Contract
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Work Programme Coordinator
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Work Programme Coordinator - 6 Month Fixed Term, Full Time National Service Delivery Learning & Development | Wellington Mō mātou/About us At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand. The Operations and Service Delivery (OSD) Learning team supports learning and capability development across a…
- Contract
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Manager, Enterprise Planning
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Te Haeata/The Opportunity Lead the Ministry's enterprise planning and investment portfolio function at a pivotal time for the justice system. As Manager, Enterprise Planning, you will shape how strategy is translated into organisation-wide priorities, investment decisions, and sustainable delivery plans. Reporting to the General Manager, Strategy & Investments, you will lead a high-performing team and influence senior leaders across the…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Registrarial Administrator
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Registrarial Administrator Waitangi Tribunal Unit, Wellington Ministry of Justice The Waitangi Tribunal is a permanent commission of inquiry charged with making recommendations on claims brought by Māori relating to Tiriti o Waitangi. It holds a unique place in the New Zealand constitutional framework. The Tribunal's work includes registering claims, conducting and analysing research, liaising with external claimant parties, and writing…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
23d ago
Principal Advisor Publishing
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Principal Advisor Publishing - National Office, Wellington Te Haeata/The Opportunity As Principal Advisor Publishing, you will provide trusted strategic advice to the Manager Judicial Libraries, the Judiciary and senior stakeholders on the publication of Court and tribunal decisions. Working at the intersection of law, publishing and public service, you will help ensure decisions are published accurately, consistently and in accordance…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
Jul 14
Family Court Co-Ordinator
NZ Ministry of Justice·New Zealand
Family Court Co-Ordinator, Permanent Full Time Te Haeata/The Opportunity Family Court Coordinator's contribute to the operation of the Family Court by coordinating specialist services and playing a key role in managing relationships with management, the judiciary, professional service providers, legal practitioners, court users and community groups. Come and Join the Domestic Violence Programmes Team. We are looking for a motivated…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
Jul 14
Service Lead: Clinical Advisors
NZ Ministry of Justice·Auckland, New Zealand
Service Lead: Clinical Advisors – Coronial Services Unit, Ministry of Justice Permanent Part Time (0.5 FTE) Location - Auckland Te Haeata / The Opportunity This newly created Service Lead role is responsible for providing operational and business management support for the Clinical Advisor function within the Coroners Court. The role ensures the systems, processes, resources, and support structures are in…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
Jul 10
Senior Analyst
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Te Haeata/The Opportunity We are looking for people as passionate about data as we are. In Sector Insights, we are united in a common goal of using data to drive insights to inform decision making by justice sector leaders. We support justice agencies to work together to deliver ambitious results for a fair and safe Aotearoa. As a Senior Analyst…
- Contract
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
Jul 7
Advisor
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Fixed-Term Opportunity until 30 June 2027 Te Haeata/The Opportunity Commissioning and Service Improvement has an exciting opportunity for an Advisor to deliver legal aid work and to support the Access and Affordability Programme and other projects. Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience We're looking for someone who: * Has a good understanding of the justice sector. If you have direct experience working…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
Jul 7
Senior Advisor
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
* Are you an individual who thrives on working in a dynamic environment? * Does working collaboratively and leading on a broad range of issues and topics excite you? * Are you passionate about providing justice to Aotearoa? Te āhuatunga a te tūranga/About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Advisor for the Operations and Service Delivery (OSD) group…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
May 23
Court Security Officer
NZ Ministry of Justice·Wellington, New Zealand
Court Security Officer – Wellington District Court - Permanent, Full Time Te Haeata/The Opportunity As Court Security Officers we take pride serving our community ensuring a safe and secure environment so people can access Justice without fear of intimidation or violence. Our roles have variety, diversity, challenges and job satisfaction. We interact, assist and build relationships with diverse groups of…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
May 22
Court Registry Officer
NZ Ministry of Justice·New Zealand
Court Registry Officer - Christchurch District Court, Permanent Full Time Multiple positions available Te Haeata/The Opportunity As a Court Registry Officer, you will work with a team responsible for the successful operation of the Court. You will liaise with multiple stakeholders, including defendants, witnesses, family members, Oranga Tamariki, Lawyers, and Police Officers. You will be able to communicate confidently with…
- Contract
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
May 21
Lawyer PAL1
NZ Ministry of Justice·Auckland, New Zealand
Criminal Defence Lawyer – PAL 1 Te Haeata/The Opportunity Looking for a challenge along with a varied caseload? Enjoy working in a collaborative and supportive environment? Have a strong desire to develop your career in criminal advocacy? This is a truly exciting opportunity. The Public Defence Service (PDS) is looking for a motivated and experienced criminal litigator to take up…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
May 20
Court Victim Advisor
NZ Ministry of Justice·New Zealand
Te Haeata/The Opportunity This is a full time position based at the Tauranga District Court . Are you calm, resilient and passionate when it comes to dealing with people? This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and adaptable person who has the necessary specialist knowledge, skills, and experience to make a major contribution to assisting victims of crime through…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
May 19
Court Security Officer
NZ Ministry of Justice·New Zealand
Court Security Officer – New Plymouth District & High Court - Permanent, Full Time Te Haeata/The Opportunity As Court Security Officers we take pride serving our community ensuring a safe and secure environment so people can access Justice without fear of intimidation or violence. Our roles have variety, diversity, challenges and job satisfaction. We interact, assist and build relationships with…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
May 14
NIIO Coordinator
NZ Ministry of Justice·Auckland, New Zealand
Te Haeata/The Opportunity We are a small team which provides a 24/7 service on behalf of The Coroners Court. You will be the first point of contact to answer inbound enquiries. You will accurately identify the needs of your caller ensuring the appropriate response and action is taken using your knowledge and experience. At other times you may be processing…
- Full-time
- Skilled Migrant (Residence) — PR, points-based, no single employer
May 14