Statutory Property Advisor

• Auckland based with regional focus
• Tangible deliverables
• Help our environment and decisions on the acquisition and use of council land and property

He angitūtanga: The opportunity
 

Parks & Community Facilities provides world class community and public spaces including parks, reserves and public open space. 
 

As kaitiaki (guardian) of our land and facilities, we have an important role in promoting the wellbeing of our communities. This role is instrumental in the use of council property and management of parks and open space.

The Land Advisory Services Team sits within the Property and Commercial Business unit and provides quality land and property services, delivery and advice to other council departments and external customers relating to land holdings, assets and land use.  

The Land Advisory team provides high quality technical advice and services in order to secure, protect and enhance a unique, accessible and diverse asset and open space network that defines Auckland and is valued and enjoyed.

Reporting to the Manager Land Advisory Services, the primary purpose of the Specialist Technical Statutory Advisor role is the provision of high-quality technical advice, support and assistance to other teams within council, external stakeholder groups and the general public on matters relating to the acquisition, use, alienation and disposal of council land and property assets.

 
Additionally, you will act as a conduit between the Council and CCO's and other external agencies to assist in the delivery of Council's Acquisition and Disposal work Programme. 

In this role you will respond to requests, investigate, and report on land information ensuring compliance with all statutory legislation to ensure stakeholders can make detailed, highly informed decisions.

He kōrero mōu: About you
 

To be successful in this role you will be a seasoned statutory land and property professional with experience in land valuation, law, property, or land use planning. Ideally with proven knowledge and experience in land and property dealings, acquisition and disposal, and management.

You will be strong in the interpretation and application of relevant legislation including the Reserves, Public Works, and Local Government Acts and have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative and strategic frameworks council works within.

From a more practical perspective, you will bring strong organisational and report writing skills, the ability to research and provide quality property, statutory and legal advice (including on historical information and records for acquisition and disposal of properties). 

Experience working with Māori or within Māori paradigms is desirable as is a sound sense of humour and the ability to interact with a diverse team of specialists and experts.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
 

We will offer you a career enhancing opportunity, competitive remuneration and to be part of Auckland’s meaningful history. You’ll be part of a team that is passionate about what we do. Working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday; council offers some flexibility in place and time of work.

If you are high performing, passionate about enabling use of council’s public land assets, then join us. Apply today (telling us why you are interested in and right for this opportunity) by cover letter along with your CV. 

Please use this link to view a copy of the position description.

Please note, formal title is Specialist Technical Statutory Advisor

This role is deemed safety sensitive and, in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug & alcohol testing.

Applications close Wednesday, 16th April 2025

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.