Employment Lawyer

University Services
Wellington

We are seeking a lawyer to join our Employment Relations team and support the University through the provision of expert advice, frameworks and programmes, which supports positive workplace relations.

About the role

As part of the People and Culture team and reporting to the Director Employment Relations and Advisory/Legal Counsel, you will Identify opportunities, research and recommend solutions for initiatives and practices which enhance the employment relationship and the capability of managers. You will provide advice to an experienced team of Senior HR Advisors on legal obligations and, as appropriate, broker centralised consultation with unions on organisational change initiatives and reviews.

We are looking for someone with the following:

Tertiary qualification LLB
Knowledge and experience in the application and ongoing management of contemporary NZ employment relations practices, ideally in a large, complex organisation
Proven ability and confidence in providing accurate advice relating to organisational design, role definition and restructuring, defining consultation processes with unions and staff organisational and culture change
Sound experience in consulting with managers to identify business needs, and translating these into workable solutions
Experience working in a team of HR practitioners, or lawyers, working collaboratively across different HR functions to broker solutions for client groups
What’s in it for you?

Based on the Wellington Campus where we enjoy:

a 37.5 hour working week
five university holidays per year in addition to your annual leave
discounted membership to our fully equipped recreation centre and gym facilities
the option for eligible staff to join Unisaver where Massey will make contributions of up to 6.75%.
Education is our core business – we are committed to continuous training and professional development. To see all the benefits of joining us click here!

For further information or a confidential discussion contact Paul Gillespie, Director Employment Relations and Advisory/Legal Counsel p.gillispe@massey.ac.nz

Closing date: 20 July 2025
Reference number: US_ER_532_06/25

For further information and to apply online, visit: http://masseyunicareers.nga.net.nz