National Judicial Resource Advisor

About the role

This is a rare opportunity to lead the national rostering function that underpins timely access to justice for the District Court of New Zealand. Reporting to the Director of the Chief District Court Judge's Chambers, you will oversee the allocation of judicial resources for more than 200 judges and judicial officers.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a high‑performing team responsible for end‑to‑end judicial rostering and long‑term resource planning.
• Provide strategic and analytical advice to the Chief District Court Judge, balancing competing demands and responding to change quickly.
• Collaborate with the National Scheduler to ensure rosters align with the Chief Judge’s directions.
• Use data, spreadsheets and rostering systems to model scenarios, analyse workload trends and recommend optimal allocation of judicial time.
• Build strong relationships across the judiciary, Ministry of Justice and sector partners to achieve successful outcomes.
• Guide the implementation of the new digital case‑flow management system for courts and tribunals.

Required profile

• Proven leadership experience in a complex, large‑scale organisation.
• Experience working in environments governed by legislation, policy and procedure.
• Ability to think strategically, consider alternative perspectives and make data‑driven recommendations.
• Sound understanding of the structure, business and operation of the District Court across all jurisdictions.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency with Excel and spreadsheet‑based analysis.

What we offer

• Permanent full‑time position with a nationally significant impact.
• Opportunity to shape the efficiency of New Zealand’s District Court system.