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New Zealand Ministry of Justice
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Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Category: Management
Location: Multiple Locations
Date Advertised: 15-APR-26
Job Reference: MOJ/1919175
Job Title: Team Manager, Operations Support
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Team Manager, Operations Support. Auckland or Wellington
Te Haeata/The Opportunity
We're seeking two experienced Team Managers to join our Courts & Tribunals' Operations Support team.
Our team works with front line staff, the judiciary, and other parts of the Ministry to support how justice services are delivered to the public every day. We provide practical and timely operational advice on a range of policy and operational initiatives, support the Ministry's official correspondence responsibilities, and work with teams across the Ministry to drive operational change and improvements.
The Team Manager role offers an opportunity in a fast-paced environment to deliver important work that makes a real difference to the lives of New Zealanders.
As Team Manager, Operations Support, you will:
Lead and support a team of advisors, setting clear priorities and maintaining delivery across BAU and project work
Provide operational oversight and advice on national initiatives, system changes and emerging risks affecting court and tribunal operations
Coordinate multi‑stakeholder work programmes, often under tight timeframes and competing demands
Ensure high‑quality written advice, briefings and communications for senior leaders and external stakeholders, including official correspondence
Build strong relationships across front line court and tribunal staff, the judiciary, policy teams, digital and other corporate teams, and regional leadership
Support operational readiness and response to disruptive events (e.g. system changes, severe weather, national issues)
Contribute to business planning, workforce management, and continuous improvement initiatives
Foster a positive, inclusive team culture and provide effective people leadership that helps your team to grow and develop.
Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience
We're looking for someone who brings:
Proven experience leading teams in a complex operational, policy or public‑sector environment
Strong judgement and the ability to prioritise and make decisions in fast‑moving, ambiguous settings
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief senior leaders clearly and succinctly
Confidence building relationships across diverse stakeholder groups, including senior leaders
A calm, structured approach to managing risk, workload and competing priorities
A people‑centred leadership style, with the ability to coach, develop and support others.
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.
Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here
We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:
4.4 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 $130,129 and $168,062 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 Monday 27th April; 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 [email protected]
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Team member position is now open for candidates interested in the Operations Executive Jobs sector. This role in Auckland offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Operations Executive Jobs is a plus.
