Te whiwhinga mahi/The Opportunity
Looking for a supportive team environment to start your career? Passionate about customer service? Know your way around a keyboard? Thrive in a busy environment?
The PDS is looking for Legal Support Assistant to join our central Christchurch team. Reporting to the Support Services Manager, your duties will include:

• assisting our legal secretaries and supporting the office
• setting up client files and collating legal documents
• processing client disclosure
• covering reception and a variety of general office administration tasks

As a key team member at the PDS you will have access to a very successful three-month induction programme for PDS support staff. You will also be able to attend professional development opportunities across the Ministry.

He pūkenga tou/Skills and Experience
To be successful in this role you will need:

• Attention to detail.
• Ability to take instruction and follow through.
• The ability to work well under pressure.
• Experience working to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Initiative and a proactive approach.

Whilst you may have already gained some experience in a professional environment that is customer driven, and been involved in general office administration tasks, this is a chance for you to get in at the 'ground floor' and establish a great career path for yourself, in the interesting area of criminal law.

Ko wai mātou/Who we are
At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.
The PDS is part of the Ministry of Justice and the wider justice sector. The Ministry provides centralised business services, infrastructure, and support to the work of the PDS.
The Public Defence Service (PDS) provides high quality legal advice and representation in a full range of criminal cases. Aimed at helping people access justice, the PDS promotes the values of respect, integrity, service and the delivery of excellent service to its clients.
Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities, and religions.

He aha ngā painga o tēnei mahi mōu/Why you will enjoy working here
There is so much more support and collegiality than anywhere else I have worked. You have so many experts around you to bounce ideas off. (Edith)
We will provide you with:

• Access to a well-designed and embedded national induction programme,
• Great career progression opportunities
• Flexible working options where possible
• A collaborative and collegial working environment

See our full range of benefits here.

Utu ā-tau/Salary
The appointing salary for this role will be between $54,343 and $69,144 based on skills and experience.

Tono mai/How to Apply
To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.
Applications close Sunday 20 October 2024 however we will be reviewing CV's as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.
If you have any questions please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz