About Us:

The Unison Group consists of specialist companies delivering critical network and energy solutions, including the electricity networks of Hawke's Bay, Taupō and Rotorua, New Zealand's leading distribution transformer manufacturing company, an electrical switchgear business and a product solutions group focusing on developing world leading asset management and monitoring solutions. Our vision is to enable our communities' sustainable energy future.

The Opportunity:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Hastings-based team as a Contract Management and Legal Assistant. This is a full-time, permanent position, working 40 hours per week.

As the Contract Management and Legal Assistant you will :

• Support the Unison Networks Limited (UNL) legal team to implement and maintain efficient, effective, compliant and consistent end to end contract management across the business;
• Provide assistance to the UNL legal team and contracting advice to the wider business throughout the contracting process ; and
• Play an essential role in maintaining the smooth operation of UNL's contract and legal processes, ensuring enhanced visibility and control of contractual compliance and management of contractual risk.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining and monitoring the business' contract register,
• Monitoring contract deadlines, reviews and renewals and coordinating with relevant business units to ensure timely execution.
• Assisting the UNL legal team with the standardisation of, and the ongoing monitoring of, processes for contract creation, approval and management, including the implementation of automated workflows where possible.
• Providing contracting advice to the wider business throughout the contracting process
• Contract management performance reporting.
• Providing general support to the Corporate Counsel and the UNL Legal team

What We Are Looking For:

• Previous experience in contact management, legal executive or legal business administration (or similar) is a must
• You will have a strong understanding of contact law and legal terminology.
• NZILE registration or a diploma in Business Administration or Business Law would be an advantage
• You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with proven time management and problem-solving skills.

A full job description is available on our website.

We also understand that great performance comes from great people. As a valued team member, you will receive:

• Competitive remuneration packages.
• A safe and enjoyable workplace, where your safety and wellbeing are our top priority.
• Working to industry best practices, with modern tools and equipment.
• Life, Trauma and Income Protection insurance.
• Health insurance for you, and discounted rates for your family.
• $460 per year Dress for your day clothing allowance.
• Company iPhone.
• $200 per year wellbeing subsidy.
• Ongoing training and development.

We will be interviewing candidates as they come through, and this job listing may close early without notice. So, if this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for, then apply today!

Unison is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Applications Close: 3 June 2025