Rōia | Lawyer
- Permanent, full time 40 hours per week
- Wellington CBD location, office-based position
- Flexible working available
Ko wai tātau | About us:
Matatū Aotearoa | Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand is the professional body for kaiako | teachers across Aotearoa, supporting the profession from early childhood through to secondary education in both English and Māori medium settings.
We are deeply committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and uplifting the status and mana of the teaching profession.
Our Wellington CBD office offers stunning views of Te Whanganui-a-Tara and is just steps from the Railway Station. We foster a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture, with opportunities for professional development and career growth. Enjoy the flexibility of working from home up to two days per week.
Mō te tūranga | About the role:
As a Rōia | Lawyer at Matatū Aotearoa, you’ll provide practical legal and process advice across the organisation. You’ll also advise on matters relating to the Official Information Act, Privacy Act, Ombudsman cases, and complaints involving disciplinary bodies.
Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, you’ll be part of a high-performing legal team committed to fairness, integrity, and continuous improvement.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting fair and robust investigations into teacher conduct and competence
- Advising Council decision-making bodies
- Assisting with prosecutions before the Teachers Disciplinary Tribunal
- Providing legal advice on OIA, Privacy Act, and Ombudsman matters
- Contributing to projects and processes shaped by Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Some travel within Aotearoa may be required to attend hearings and engage with the profession.
He kōrero e pā ana ki a koe | About you:
The successful candidate will be a confident communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment. You bring sound legal judgment, strong relationship-building skills, and a sharp eye for detail.
To be considered for this position, you’ll bring:
- Minimum two years’ experience PQE as a lawyer, and litigation experience in Court or within a regulatory body or professional membership body
- Current practising certificate
- Strong competency of Tikanga, Te Ao Māori, Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and Te Reo Māori would be an advantage
- Litigation experience in Court and with disciplinary bodies
- Demonstrated ability to understand, analyse and accurately convey complex information in clear and simple written language
- Excellent relationship management skills, building and maintaining effective relationships and networks
Ka pēhea koe ka tono mai l How to apply:
Please hit apply now to apply for this role. Applications close 5pm, Friday 29 August 2025.
For inquiries, contact our People & Culture team: peopleandculture@teachingcouncil.nz
Please note: You must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. We can only consider applications from candidates who hold NZ Permanent Residency or Citizenship. Appointment is subject to criminal record checks, reference checks, and psychometric testing.
