Enforcement Litigation Lead

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Oversee enforcement decisions and Court proceedings
• Provide high level advice for litigation matters
• Lead regulatory and road safety outcomes
• Wellington based, flexible working
  

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We have an opportunity for an Enforcement Litigation Lead to join our Safety Camera System team to oversee enforcement decisions and Court proceedings and provide assurance that NZTA's response to review requests aligns with regulatory responsibilities and strategic outcomes from safety camera enforcement.

In this business-critical role, you will determine outcomes for road users who challenge the Agency's enforcement decisions, managing the risk and complexity associated with individual adjudications and providing subject-matter leadership to adjudication decision-makers. Responsibilities include:

• Acting as an escalation point for complex or technical decisions, providing deep subject matter expertise, real-world, effective regulatory thinking and understanding of legislation to internal stakeholders
• Representing the interests of safety camera adjudication across a broad stakeholder network (including NZTA Legal, Crown Prosecutors and the Ministry of Justice)
• Developing and maintaining an adjudication framework aligned with NZTA's strategic direction (including Tū ake, Tū maia, the regulatory strategy) and operational policy
• Monitoring adjudication decisions against regulatory outcomes and providing assurance of adjudication effectiveness through insights and reporting
• Providing coaching, mentoring and thought leadership to ensure those involved in advising and making decisions are supported to manage risk and complexity and issue robust decisions
  

In this role you will need to be an excellent communicator and confidently present evidence in a court room setting where you will be adept at translating technical and often complex legislation.

View the position description here.

We are seeking to appoint at a salary between $131,659 to $175,545 per annum commensurate to skills and experience.

Ko koe tēnei | About you

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Extensive experience in a regulatory environment, including investigation and compliance activities
• Experience in Court proceedings, including giving evidence
• Experience in risk management, including the development and deployment of effective risk mitigations
• Experience in applying legislation, strategy and policy in a complex regulatory environment
• Demonstrated experience building relationships with a range of stakeholders (internal and external)
• Strong interpersonal skills and high resilience, particularly in working with members of the public
• Previous experience of local and/or central government is preferred
• You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori. You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector
  

Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualification or relevant experience in a regulatory compliance environment.
  

Mō mātou |About Us

This role is part of the Safety Camera System, which is responsible for operating a network of safety cameras that encourages road users to abide by road rules (such as speed limits), and contribute towards a reduction in deaths and serious injuries on New Zealand roads. The system covers activities across education, engagement and enforcement that are delivered through multiple NZTA business groups working together under the direction of the Senior Manager, Safety Camera System (in Te Ropu Waeture Regulatory Services).

Ka whiwhi koe i te aha | What you will get in return

We care about our people and invest in supporting our staff at NZTA. If you join us, you can expect:

• A supportive working environment
• Flexible working options
• A competitive salary package, aligned with your skills and experience
• 5 weeks annual leave and other great benefits.
  

Ready to take the next step in your career? We'd love to hear from you.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply:'

Apply today by including a cover letter detailing why you are the ideal candidate for this role and attach along with your CV.

Rā Katinga | Applications close: 13 July 2025

For further information, email: careers@nzta.govt.nz

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

NZTA| Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.