Lead Legal Counsel - Strategic Legal Advisor, Rotorua

About the Role: An exciting opportunity has opened for a driven and high-performing Legal Counsel Manager to join a progressive team focused on governance, strategy, and compliance. This pivotal role supports sound decision-making across legal, commercial, strategic, and risk-related matters, contributing directly to the achievement of organisational goals.Key Responsibilities: Deliver expert legal advice across a broad range of matters Ensure the organisation remains compliant with applicable legislation, regulations, and internal policies Represent the organisation in legal proceedings, negotiations, and stakeholder discussions Draft, negotiate and review a wide variety of legal documents and contractsShape legal strategies to identify and mitigate risks while supporting strategic initiatives Engage and collaborate with external legal advisors and key stakeholders About You: The client is looking for a confident leader and strategic thinker - someone with exceptional communication and influencing skills, an eye for detail, and the ability to manage and prioritise in a fast-paced setting. You'll be highly self-directed, solutions-focused, and committed to delivering the highest standards of service.The ideal candidate will bring political savvy, sound judgement, and the maturity to navigate complex and sometimes sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion. How to Apply: If this is a role that sounds of interest to you, and you want to learn more, feel free to reach out for a discussion on a fully confidential basis.#J-18808-Ljbffr