Principal Advisor/Analyst

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Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Category: Advisor
Location: Wellington City
Date Advertised: 07-OCT-25
Job Reference: MOJ/1888875
Job Title: Principal Advisor/Analyst
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Te Haeata/The Opportunity

Are you passionate about justice and keen to make a real impact on Aotearoa New Zealand's courts? Join Te Tāhū o te Ture – Ministry of Justice as our Principal Advisor/Analyst – Judicial Resources.

In this pivotal role, you'll provide high-quality analysis and advice to support the national rostering of District Court Judges and judicial officers, inform key decisions, and help shape the future of our justice system. You'll work closely with senior judiciary, sector partners, and stakeholders to deliver evidence-based insights and drive continuous improvement.


Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we have outlined and believe you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you!

To be successful in this role, you will:

Hold a relevant tertiary qualification or have significant equivalent experience in collating and analysing data
Demonstrate expert knowledge of data analysis, forecasting, and modelling and the use of performance information to inform decision-making
Communicate complex information clearly to a range of audiences
Have experience leading complex projects and building effective relationships
Be committed to the principles of te Tiriti o Waitangi and bring an understanding of Te Ao Māori

Mō mātou/About us

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

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, ****** orientations, disabilities and religions.

Our Operations and Service Delivery group works collaboratively to deliver modern, accessible, people-centred justice services across the country. You'll join a diverse, supportive team that values respect, integrity, service, and excellence (RISE), and is dedicated to making a difference for all New Zealanders.

Te Whare supports each of the Kaihautū (District Court's Judicial Leadership team) in their leadership and administrative responsibilities. This includes providing advisory, strategic, operational and administrative support to the Kaihautū and supporting the overall strategic direction and priorities of the District Court.

Core functions/responsibilities:

Provide data supported advice that assists the Chief District Court Judge ensure the orderly and efficient conduct of the court's business as required under the District Court Act 2016, s 24(3).
Judicial reporting and workload modelling
Development and maintenance of data tools to support rostering and scheduling decision making
The national judicial resourcing team, a team of nine, manages judicial rostering of more than 200 District Court Judges and Judicial Officers across Aotearoa. Some of our team members are based Te Whare and at other court locations around the country.

Although the team is spread throughout the country, it is a close-knit supportive unit. Quarterly in-person team meetings allow for knowledge sharing and support the collective well-being of the team.

As part of the judicial resourcing team, you will work closely with Judges, Family Court Associates and Community Magistrates, and you will also work closely with the National Scheduling team.


Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here

We are a group of individuals who share unique experiences in an often challenging environment. Our strengths lie in the virtues that bind us as one. We genuinely like and care for one another, we share mutual respect and support, have open communication, and we have an innate ability to leverage each person's unique skills to help us all meet our shared goals together.

We also have fun with each other! And for a team who work at a physical distance from each other I never feel isolated from them at all.

We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:

4 weeks holiday leave
flexible work hours where possible
an online professional development portal
access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks
See our full range of benefits here.

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.


Utu ā-tau/Salary

The appointing salary for this role will be between $111,766 and $144,388 based on skills and experience.


Tono mai/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 on Sunday 19 October 2026 however, we will be reviewing CVs 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

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