Senior Legal Counsel – Regulatory

Senior Legal Counsel - Regulatory
New Zealand Government
Wellington, New Zealand

What This Role Involves

The role of Senior Legal Counsel - Regulatory at the New Zealand Government involves working in a large and complex environment. You will be responsible for providing strategic legal advice to support regulatory functions across various sectors. The position requires a proactive approach, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations while contributing to the development of new policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on regulatory matters
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
• Contribute to the strategic planning and implementation of regulatory initiatives
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and policies
• Support the development and review of regulatory documents and processes

What You Bring

To be successful in this role, you should have extensive experience working in a large and complex legal environment. A strategic thinking approach is essential to see beyond the issue at hand and provide forward-thinking solutions. You will bring a high level of professionalism, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Additionally, you must possess strong analytical abilities and be able to work effectively as part of a team.

Why Join New Zealand Government

Joining the Legal team at the New Zealand Government offers the opportunity to work with a busy and passionate group of high-performing lawyers. The role is based in Wellington, Auckland, or Christchurch, providing flexibility for candidates to choose their preferred location. Opportunities within our Legal team don't come along often, making this an exciting chance to contribute to the development and implementation of regulatory frameworks that impact the wider community.

Applying for This Role

We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel - Regulatory with experience in a large and complex environment. If you bring strategic thinking and a passion for regulatory work, we encourage you to apply. Opportunities within our Legal team don't come along often. With several team members embarking on new adventures… View full listing and apply directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.