Employment Lawyer
Institution Info
Palmerston North, Auckland or Wellington, Multiple Locations, New Zealand Phone: 06 951 9000
Web Site: www.massey.ac.nz/
Institution Profile
Job ID:
US_ER_532_06/25
Location:
Palmerston North / Wellington, Multiple Locations
Job Views:
7
Job Description:
US_ER_532_06/25
Professional Grade 7 $80,984 - $113,805
University Services
Term length: ongoing
Hours of work: full-time
Position Overview
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 support positive workplace relations.
About the Role
As part of the People & Culture Team and reporting to the Director Employment Relations & 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.
What we are looking for someone with the following:
What’s in it for you?
This position is based on the Wellington Campus. At Massey, 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, and 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!
The salary range for this position is a Professional Grade 7, ranging from $80,984 - $113,805.
For further information or a confidential discussion contact Paul Gillespie, Director Employment Relations & Advisory/Legal Counsel [email protected]
To view/download the job description, please click on the file below
JD - Employment Lawyer
Closing: 20/07/2025 21:30:00
Professional Grade 7 $80,984 - $113,805
University Services
Term length: ongoing
Hours of work: full-time
Position Overview
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 support positive workplace relations.
About the Role
As part of the People & Culture Team and reporting to the Director Employment Relations & 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.
What 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?
This position is based on the Wellington Campus. At Massey, 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, and 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!
The salary range for this position is a Professional Grade 7, ranging from $80,984 - $113,805.
For further information or a confidential discussion contact Paul Gillespie, Director Employment Relations & Advisory/Legal Counsel [email protected]
To view/download the job description, please click on the file below
JD - Employment Lawyer
Closing: 20/07/2025 21:30:00
Posted:
26/06/2025
