{"id":16643,"date":"2026-08-16T05:01:41","date_gmt":"2026-08-16T05:01:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawfuel.com\/jobs\/?post_type=job_listing&p=16643"},"modified":"2026-08-21T05:03:27","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T05:03:27","slug":"director-legal-risk-compliance-10-years-pqe","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/www.lawfuel.com\/jobs\/job\/director-legal-risk-compliance-10-years-pqe\/","title":{"rendered":"Director \u2013 Legal, Risk & Compliance – 10 Years PQE"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Shape strategy. Strengthen governance. Lead with purpose.<\/strong><\/li>\n
Executive leadership role shaping legal, governance and enterprise risk strategy\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n
Remote working arrangements available so national candidates can maintain a regular executive presence<\/strong><\/li>\n
Purpose-driven organisation committed to empowering communities across Aotearoa<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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This is a rare opportunity to join the Executive Leadership Team of a large, nationally recognised, values-led organisation and shape the future of legal, governance and enterprise risk across a complex operating environment.<\/span><\/p>\n
About the role<\/b><\/p>\n
Our client is seeking an accomplished executive to lead its Legal, Risk & Compliance function. This newly created pivotal leadership role is responsible for providing strategic legal advice while leading enterprise risk, compliance, internal audit and policy governance across a large, complex and values-led organisation.<\/span><\/p>\n
Working closely with the Executive Leadership Team and governance bodies, you will provide trusted strategic counsel on legal, regulatory and organisational matters. Leading a team of 6 direct reports, you will oversee litigation, contract management, enterprise risk, compliance programmes, governance initiatives and policy development while fostering a culture of integrity, accountability and sound decision-making across the organisation.<\/span><\/p>\n
This is far more than a traditional General Counsel appointment. It is an outstanding opportunity to influence organisational strategy, lead a broad executive portfolio and make a meaningful contribution within an organisation driven by purpose and long-term impact.<\/span><\/p>\n
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What we\u2019re looking for<\/b><\/p>\n
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A senior lawyer with at least 10 years PQE, significant senior legal leadership experience and a current New Zealand legal practising certificate.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
Sound capability across legal advisory, governance, enterprise risk and regulatory compliance.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
Experience leading legal teams and overseeing litigation, complex commercial matters and organisational risk frameworks.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
The ability to provide trusted strategic advice to Boards, Executive Leadership Teams and senior stakeholders.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
Outstanding leadership, communication and relationship-building skills.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
Experience operating within large, complex or highly regulated organisations.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, tikanga M\u0101ori and kaupapa M\u0101ori, or a genuine commitment to continuing your learning and capability in this area.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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About the opportunity<\/b><\/p>\n
This is an opportunity to join a nationally significant organisation where legal leadership extends well beyond technical advice.<\/span><\/p>\n
The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening organisational integrity, governance and strategic decision-making while contributing to meaningful outcomes for communities across Aotearoa New Zealand.<\/span><\/p>\n
Whilst the role is primarily based in Hamilton, this organisation is national, so applications are welcomed from candidates located across in New Zealand who are able to travel regularly.<\/span><\/p>\n
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How do I apply?\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n
Click on \u201cApply Now\u201d. Alternatively, contact us directly and quote reference number 1741408.<\/span><\/p>\n