Senior Lawyer - Disability Support Services

Ministry of Social Development
📍 wellington, wellington, New-Zealand 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted July 27, 2026

Job Description

Senior Lawyer - Disability Support Services

The Disability Support Services (DSS) Group within MSD works to ensure fair access to disability support services in New Zealand, prioritising those with the greatest needs. Through the DSS Review Programme, the Group is focused on implementing key recommendations to deliver consistent, equitable services, prioritise high‑needs individuals, and strengthen the long‑term sustainability of DSS, all while upholding Enabling Good Lives (EGL) principles.

  • Permanent full‑time opportunity available
  • Preferred location for this role is Wellington; applications from Auckland and Christchurch will also be considered.

About the role | Mō te tūnga

As the Senior Lawyer you will provide legal expertise, skills, and knowledge in the delivery of quality legal services (QLS) to MSD.

You will provide legal advice to Senior Managers on a range of operational, public law and corporate issues ...

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Job Details

  • Location wellington, wellington
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Other Legal Services
  • Posted Date July 27, 2026
  • Application Deadline September 05, 2026