💼 Full-Time Position

Legislative Drafters | Ngā Kaituhituhi Ture

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New Zealand Government
📍 Masterton, Wellington, New Zealand
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Location
Masterton, New Zealand
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Posted
June 28, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Associate salary range: $111,189 - $156,451
Independent salary range: $129,631 - $156,451

Would you like to work at the heart of government, designing and developing New Zealand's laws?
The Parliamentary Counsel Office (PCO) plays a critical and distinctive role in developing and designing legislation. We work closely with our colleagues across Government to deliver legislation that is fit-for-purpose, constitutionally sound, and accessible.
We are looking to grow our team of legislative drafters. As part of this team, you will work alongside experienced counsel and gain a fascinating insight into the politics, policy development, and legal design behind New Zealand's legislation.
A legislative drafting role offers the opportunity to:
* work on “greenfield” projects which require unique and innovative legal solutions
* enhance and adjust existing legislation in response to developing situations
* analyse complex legal issues
* collaborate...