General Manager Legal & Risk

at  Hato Hone St John

Company Description
Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders and working to save lives since 1885. As well as providing Ambulance Services, our programmes and team of over 11,000 staff and volunteers are helping to build strong, resilient communities across the motu; supporting everyone in Aotearoa to live healthier, happier and longer lives.
Job Description
We have an exciting 12 month fixed term opportunity due to an internal secondment. The General Manager Legal & Risk is a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). As a member of the SLT they support the Deputy Chief Executive by working collaboratively with other members to support the delivery of the strategic priorities set by the Priory Board (PB) and cascaded into functional objectives.
The General Manager Legal & Risk incorporates the role of General Counsel with responsibility for the provision of senior independent legal advice to the organisation.

As the lead for Legal & Risk they are responsible for:

• Legal management
• Governance arrangements
• Risk & Assurance
• Privacy

ME PĒHEA TE TUKU TONO - HOW TO APPLY

Click “I’m interested” before applications close on 8 October 2024.
For further information please contact Simone Gillespie on 09 526 0528 ext. 8938 or simone.gillespie@stjohn.org.nz for a confidential discussion.
At Hato Hone St John, we embrace diversity, welcoming everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We value unique perspectives, fostering inclusivity to better serve our communities, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs.
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As the lead for Legal & Risk they are responsible for:

• Legal management
• Governance arrangements
• Risk & Assurance
• Privac

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Law degree
• Current Practicing certificate
• A track record of working within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment
• Direct experience of working with boards of Charities, public sector or commercial organisations
• Proven effective leadership and positive engagement across a range of functional area