Current Vacancies
Vacancy : Bell Gully Auckland Library and Research Supervisor
An exciting opportunity for an experienced library leader has arisen at Bell Gully in Auckland.
About the role:
We are seeking a highly capable Library and Research Supervisor to join our Library and Research Services (LRS) team. Based in our Auckland office, and reporting to and working alongside the Knowledge Manager, you will lead the day-to-day operation of our LRS function in both Auckland and Wellington. You will also support the Knowledge Manager with the strategic direction of the function. This is a unique opportunity to play an integral role in the effective provision of library and research services to the firm, in keeping with the overall direction of Bell Gully's knowledge management strategy.
The Library and Research Supervisor will work with partners, legal personnel, senior management and business support staff on a wide range of library and research matters. This will include:
- Leading and managing the LRS team's day-to-day operations in collaboration with the Knowledge Manager.
- Supporting the Knowledge Manager with annual LRS budget planning, managing and tracking expenditure within the agreed budget, and maintaining effective cost recovery procedures.
- Providing and overseeing accurate, cost-effective and responsive research, including complex research requests, as well as national legal and business current awareness services.
- Overseeing media and legislative monitoring, and leading internal education in the use of hardcopy and electronic information resources, including for summer clerks, graduates and new starters.
- Curating the firm's LRS collections, maintaining the library catalogue and overseeing its effective use, and maintaining the LRS portal page and in-house databases.
- Supporting the Knowledge Manager, where required, with the negotiation of contracts with key suppliers.
To be successful in this role you must have:
- A tertiary qualification in Library and Information Management studies or equivalent.
- Demonstrated experience in knowledge management, information services or a related discipline.
- Experience using legal research platforms such as LexisNexis, Thomson Reuters or CCH.
- Experience using AI-enabled research and information management tools.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a pragmatic and user-focused approach to delivering clear, accurate and practical research outcomes that meet stakeholder needs.
- Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to actively listen to others, understand diverse needs and respond with understanding and respect.
- Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills and the ability to establish trust and credibility across all levels of the business.
- A strong service orientation, with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset.
- Exceptional attention to detail, with strong organisational skills and the ability to maintain accurate, complete and well-structured records through robust systems and processes.
- A commitment to teamwork, with the ability to work collaboratively and flexibly and use initiative and sound judgement to deliver high-quality outcomes.
- A high level of integrity, professionalism and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information.
- Membership of the New Zealand Law Librarians Association (NZLLA) is desirable.
Culture and benefits:
In addition to a strong team culture, we offer a range of benefits and initiatives to help our people maintain a healthy and enjoyable lifestyle. These include:
- professional development opportunities; including through a personalised leadership programme;
- a comprehensive health and wellbeing programme;
- an annual subsidy for personal health insurance and wellbeing activities;
- community support programmes;
- sports teams, an annual ball, and regular firm events.
If you are interested, please apply with a cover letter and CV.
For more information or a confidential conversation, please contact Tanya Myers on 021 333 810.
We continuously work hard to ensure our workplace is inclusive, and trust that different experiences, perspectives, and values work together to achieve a better outcome. As such, this position is open to anyone with the qualifying skill set.
Agency referrals will not be considered at this stage.
View the full details and apply for the Library and Research Supervisor role in Auckland CBD, Auckland on SEEK.
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Vacancy: Team Manager Resource Development
An exciting opportunity for an experienced library leader has arisen in Judicial Libraries within the Ministry of Justice, based in Wellington.
TE HAEATA | THE OPPORTUNITY
Lead the specialist team that develops and manages the legal information resources and systems supporting judges across Aotearoa New Zealand. You will shape reliable national services, improve how we use data and technology, and help guide the future delivery of legal information to the judiciary.
Reporting to the Manager Judicial Libraries, you will combine people leadership with oversight of resources, suppliers, budgets, systems and service improvement. You will work closely with court librarians, judicial staff, Digital, Finance and major legal information providers.
You will:
- Lead, coach and develop a specialist team
- Oversee print and online legal resources and the library catalogue
- Use data and insights to improve services and show their value
- Manage budgets, expenditure, invoicing and accruals
- Lead supplier relationships and national service improvements
- Advise on emerging technology and future information services
Ō PŪKENGA | SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
To succeed in this role, you will:
- Bring experience leading, coaching and developing people
- Hold a postgraduate library or other relevant qualification
- Know information resources, systems and supplier management
- Manage budgets and turn data into practical decisions
- Have an understanding of te ao Māori and tikanga Māori and how they are applicable in a legal information environment
Experience in a legal, judicial, government or other complex service environment would be an advantage.
No candidate will meet every requirement. If your experience looks different from what we have outlined and you believe you can bring value to the role, we would like to hear from you.
MŌ MĀTOU | ABOUT US
At Te Tāhū o te Ture – the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa New Zealand.
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.
NGĀ PAINGA O TĒNEI WĀHI MAHI | WHAT'S GREAT ABOUT WORKING HERE
We offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and professional development, including:
- 4.4 weeks' annual leave
- Flexible working arrangements where possible
- Online professional development
- Inclusive and proactive employee networks
UTU Ā-TAU | SALARY
The appointing salary for this role will be between $112,766 and $145,388, based on skills and experience.
TONO MAI | HOW TO APPLY
To view the full position description and apply visit the Ministry of Justice careers website here
In your cover letter, tell us how your experience prepares you to lead people, improve information services and manage resources, suppliers or budgets.
Applications close on 2 November 2026.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Samuel Tidey, Manager Judicial Libraries, at Samuel.Tidey@justice.govt.nz
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