Senior Legal Advisor (Commercial)at Government Communications Security Bureau -
We provide Signals Intelligence and Cyber Security and resilience to organisations of national significance to successfully navigate in an unpredictable world.Why work for usAlongside getting to work with other talented people, we also offer a range of comprehensive benefits which include: Medical Insurance and Vision Care packages Enhanced employer contributions to your Kiwisaver Generous Leave benefits, including additional paid days off and enhanced sick and parental leave Childcare allowance for your preschoolers Onsite free gym (Wellington only) Opportunities for personal and professional growth and career pathways across the intelligence community Great work-life balanceWe're looking for a commercially savvy and solutions-focused Senior Legal Advisor to join our GCSB Legal Team.
Due to the unique nature of our environment, you'll need to be able to think on your feet and be prepared tackle commercial matters from new angles.We can't reveal all the details of what you'll get to work on - but our work is complex and challenging, covering a broad range of commercial activities including matters that must be handled with the utmost sensitivity.Working in a close-knit team, you'll collaborate with different parts of GCSB to support procurement activities, review and negotiate contracts, and manage commercial legal risk. You will also contribute to initiatives that seek to continually improve how we support GCSB to deliver its important work.The role will ideally be based in Wellington.As an enthusiastic and practical lawyer, you'll demonstrate: Experience providing commercial legal advice at a senior level including experience reviewing and negotiating contracts (including technology related contracts) A minimum of 8 years' post-qualification experience Knowledge of contract, public and administrative law The ability to identify, communicate and manage legal riskYou'll be able to accurately and concisely provide commercial legal advice in our unique environment, demonstrating a principled and practical attitude to your work.
As a trusted adviser you'll be discreet, identifying and offering solutions to legal problems.Along with your knowledge and a commitment to the Crown's Te Tiriti o Waitangi partnership, you'll be mindful of its impact on GCSB's work and keep up with developments recognising tikanga and Te Ao Māori in the law.This is an opportunity to work somewhere really different on interesting work in a supportive, fun and highly collaborative team environment.If this sounds like you and you can demonstrate the above requirements, we are keen to hear from you. Before you applyWorking within our unique environment means we have to ensure you're eligible for employment.You must: Have been a New Zealand Citizen for at least 10 yearsORHold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and ideally have been a citizen of the UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years Be eligible to obtain a Top Secret Special (TSS) security clearance Ordinarily, this means you'll have a 15 year checkable background in countries NZSIS Vetting can make meaningful and reliable checks.
Still unsure? Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a TSS security clearance: http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-toolThe NZIC treats all applications for employment in the strictest confidence and we expect that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality during the recruitment process and throughout your career.We'll provide you with information and tips throughout the recruitment process, but in the meantime check out our Myth Busting booklet: https://beyondordinary.nzic.govt.nz/mythbusting.