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Jobs found: 309
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi
Wellington

A government agency in New Zealand is seeking a Group General Counsel to lead and unify governance, legal, procurement, risk, and assurance functions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in navigating complex environments, strong understanding of public procurement legislation, and the ability to translate legal requirements into operational outcomes. This role offers a competitive...

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New Zealand Government
Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this roleNZ Transport Agency | Waka Kotahi is seeking a dynamic leader to unite and lead the strategically important functions of procurement, governance, legal, risk, and assurance within our organisation. Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity'' As Group General Counsel, you will lead a high-performing function that acts as a strategic and trusted advisor to the...

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Ilanz
Auckland

Provide strategic, commercial, and technical legal advice Make a difference – every day. This is a fantastic, high quality and varied General Counsel role for a proactive, purpose centred individual. About the role: Based at the Auckland CBD Head Office, this sole charge role reports to the Chief Financial Officer and will be a member of the Southern Cross Healthcare senior leadership...

15 hours ago
Talking Works
Auckland

Part-Time Psychologist – Clinical, Counselling or General Scope (Contracting Role) Part-Time Psychologist; Clinical, Counselling or General scope (Contracting Role) Location: Auckland CBD at 80 College Hill, Freemans Bay, Auckland (Hybrid Work Available Depending On Demand) Company: Empowerment Psychology (Private Clinic) FTE: Minimum 0.4 (Two days a week) and can increase to 0.8-1 FTE with...

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15 hours ago
Wellington City Council
Wellington

A local government authority in Wellington is seeking an experienced General Counsel to lead legal and risk functions. The role involves providing strategic legal advice, managing risk, and leading a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in local government law, excellent stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills. The offer includes benefits such as 5 weeks of...

4 days ago
Taituara
Bay of Plenty

Rotorua Lakes Council is looking for an experienced General Counsel to provide strategic and legal advice to guide decision-making in local government. In this role, you will lead legal operations, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations while representing the Council in various legal matters. You must possess strong leadership qualities, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment...

3 days ago
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Kāinga Ora - Homes and Communities
Auckland

Overview Provider of high-quality, solutions focussed commercial and corporate legal advice and contracts. Opportunity to be part of a high-functioning, collaborative legal team. Permanent role at $190,537 including a suite of additional benefits. Reporting to the Associate General Counsel - Commercial and Corporate Operations, the Principal Legal Counsel will provide high quality, solutions...

15 hours ago
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Chubb Life New Zealand
Auckland

Overview This is a rare opportunity to step into a broad, hands-on Legal Counsel role supporting Chubb Life across a wide range of matters, from insurance and claims advice, through to commercial contracts, regulatory change, governance, and business partnering. Job Description This is a rare opportunity to step into a broad, hands-on Legal Counsel role supporting Chubb Life across a wide...

15 hours ago
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Hato Hone St John
Christchurch

Company Description Company Description Ko wai m ātou – About us: Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders since 1885. Today, our 11,000-strong team of kaimahi and volunteers work across Aotearoa to enhance the health and wellbeing of our communities. From responding to 111 calls to supporting people to stay healthy through our mahi in health education, access, and monitoring, we are...

15 hours ago
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Perpetual Guardian
Auckland

Fixed Term - Senior Legal Counsel Department: Legal and Estates Employment Type: Fixed Term - Part Time Location: Auckland Head Office Reporting To: Theresa Donnelly Description Perpetual Guardian is one of New Zealand's largest and leading providers of Personal Trustee and Estate Administration services. We’ve helped thousands of Kiwis meet their unique asset protection and preservation...

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Source
Auckland

Overview Your Opportunity To practice employment law in a way that’s more collaborative, more commercial, and more human. At Source, we’re reimagining what it looks like to deliver expert, in-house-style legal services — and we’re looking for an Employment Counsel who wants to grow, shape and be part of that journey. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time hours, this role offers the...

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ZURU Inc.
Auckland

Senior In-House Legal Counsel – Contract, Regulatory & Licensing Focus ZURU is on a mission to disrupt across industries, challenge the status quo and catalyze change through radical innovation and automation advances. This is in play in different pillars of the company: ZURU Toys are re‑imagining what it means to play; ZURU Tech is shaping a better future by leading the next building...

15 hours ago
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HPX Group
Auckland

Your Opportunity To practice employment law in a way that’s more collaborative, more commercial, and more human. At Source, we’re reimagining what it looks like to deliver expert, in-house-style legal services — and we’re looking for an Employment Counsel who wants to grow, shape and be part of that journey. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time hours, this role offers the...

15 hours ago
Te Tumu Paeroa - Office of the Māori Trustee
Wellington

We are seeking a Kaitohutohu Ture Tauwaenga | Intermediate Legal Counsel based in Te Whanganui-a-Tara │ Wellington. Based in Te Whanganui-a-Tara │ Wellington So that the foundations of ancestral lands may be solid, benefitting Māori from our past, present and future alike. This is Te Tumu Paeroa, guardian, support and advancer of the mana of Māori land everywhere. Our role is to provide...

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Chubb
Wellington

This is a rare opportunity to step into a broad, hands-on Legal Counsel role supporting Chubb Life across a wide range of matters, from insurance and claims advice, through to commercial contracts, regulatory change, governance, and business partnering. Reporting to the General Counsel & Chief Risk Officer, you’ll provide pragmatic, solution-focused legal advice that helps the business move...

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Foodstuffs South Island Limited
New Zealand

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Business Unit: Foodstuffs South Island Limited Job Type: Full time Job End Date: About the role As our Senior Legal Counsel, you’ll be a trusted advisor across the co-operative, providing pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice that enables confident decision-making and strong outcomes. Reporting to the General Counsel & Company Secretary,...

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Watercare
Auckland

Legal Counsel page is loaded## Legal Counsellocations: Central Aucklandtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 6 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: January 31, 2026 (18 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR He kōrero mō mātou | About WatercareKi te ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora te tangata When the water is healthy, the land and the people are healthyNow is an exciting time to join...

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Chubb Life New Zealand
Wellington

Job Description This is a rare opportunity to step into a broad, hands‑on Legal Counsel role supporting Chubb Life across a wide range of matters, insurance and claims advice, through to commercial contracts, regulatory change, governance, and business partnering. Reporting to the General Counsel & Chief Risk Officer, you’ll provide practical, solution‑focused legal advice that helps the...

15 hours ago
New Zealand Government
Wellington

A governmental agency in New Zealand is seeking a Group General Counsel to lead procurement, governance, legal, and risk functions. This role requires extensive experience in complex legal environments and a strong understanding of public procurement legislation. The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor and drive innovative practices. The position offers a competitive salary,...

15 hours ago
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NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi
Wellington

Overview NZ Transport Agency | Waka Kotahi is seeking a dynamic leader to unite and lead the strategically important functions of procurement, governance, legal, risk, and assurance within our organisation. Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity As Group General Counsel , you will lead a high-performing function that acts as a strategic and trusted advisor to the business. You’ll harness robust...

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