Court Registry Officer - Christchurch, 8 Month Fixed Term
As a Court Registry Officer, you are an important cog in the justice machine. You will work with a team responsible for the successful operation of the Court and liaise with multiple stakeholders including members of the judiciary, lawyers, and the public.
Responsibilities
- Case management: ensuring files are accurate and up to date, involving a large component of data entry and sound decision‑making.
- Court taking: running the court, including opening court sessions in English and Te Reo Māori, working closely with the Judiciary in the courtroom and in chambers, and general administration of the court.
- Customer Service: interacting with customers on any court‑related matter, responding to face‑to‑face, phone or email queries.
Skills and Experience
With pride in your work, you will strive to deliver a service to our customers with high accuracy and professionalism. Our customers are diverse, and our workforce reflects this. This role is no different and would suit a variety of backgrounds. Whether you have an interest in the justice system, are entering or returning to the workforce, or have a passion for working with customers, this is your chance to join us on our journey to deliver people‑centred justice services for all.
To be successful, you will need to be:
- Resilient – working on sensitive cases at high volumes and fast pace.
- Detail‑oriented and observant – case information must be accurate.
- Self‑aware – confident working across a range of situations with maturity and positivity.
- Multi‑task – manage conflicting priorities and move from one task to another quickly.
- Willing to learn – adapt and respond to feedback as legislation and processes change.
- Excellent communicator with good English and confident Te Reo Māori pronunciation; desirable confidence using audio‑visual equipment.
- Enjoy helping others – flexible, calm, and not daunted by the busy courtroom environment.
About Us
At Te Tāhū o te Ture – the Ministry of Justice – we are committed to strengthening people’s trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Benefits
- Flexible work hours where possible
- Online professional development portal
- Access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks
- Various career development opportunities
Remuneration
The remuneration band for this role is $60,729 to $80,794 prorata – the appointing salary will be based on skills and experience.
EEO Statement
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, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.
If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz.
Applications close on 5July2026.
Contact Details:
Ministry of Justice (New Zealand) Recruitment Team
