We are a powerhouse team of five, who work hard and have fun along the way.
No day is the same and we get to experience supporting the diverse and interesting legal needs that arise for the Canterbury Regional Council. We play an important role within the organisation and the need for our support is growing – invitations are now open for another team member to join us and contribute to our contract and commercial portfolios.
As Senior Counsel, you will report to the General Counsel - whilst providing touch points throughout ECan – from our effective, strong and valued relationship with all Papatipu Rūnanga within the Canterbury rohe and Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu, to working alongside our executive leadership and business unit managers – connections and building relationships will be key.
Your knowledge in creating contracts and commercial arrangements, aligning with our statutory requirements will be highly valued here.
We invite interest from people with the following skills and experience:
- A New Zealand barrister and solicitor with a current practising certificate (or who are eligible to hold one)
- 5 years’ experience in providing legal advice and support
- Understanding of the machinery of local government
- Proven experience of working in an environment that requires a high level of discretion, sensitivity and interpersonal interaction
People at ECan are committed to work/life balance, we can accommodate a hybrid working option and our flexible working arrangements cater for a part-time or full-time opportunity.
We are housed in a well-designed modern building in Central Christchurch providing great facilities, including e bikes, scooters, collaboration spaces with plenty of cafes and eateries close by.
In addition to a great team and meaningful mahi, we offer five weeks’ annual leave and a host of other benefits we are happy to share with you if you are keen to investigate further.
We’d love you to connect with us to learn more about this opportunity by calling Catherine Schache, General Counsel on 027 405 6890, for a confidential chat.
Indicative Salary depending on experience and expertise: $95,000 to $110,000.
Vacancies close at 5.00pm Tuesday 10th May, 2022
