Faculty Administrative Assistant

About the Position

The Faculty of Law (Te Kaupeka Ture) at the University of Canterbury, located in Ōtautahi (Christchurch), Aotearoa New Zealand, is seeking a Faculty Administrative Assistant for a fixed-term part-time role (0.67 FTE) until the end of October 2027, working 25 hours per week. This role offers a supportive work atmosphere with excellent benefits including 4 weeks annual leave plus 5 university holidays and up to 6.75% employer superannuation contribution.

Key Responsibilities

You will be the approachable and organised administrative support for the Faculty's team, serving as the initial contact point for staff, students, and visitors. Your duties include managing reception duties, coordinating meetings, handling communications, booking travel arrangements, and delivering excellent customer service to ensure effective daily faculty operations.

Candidate Profile

Applicants should hold an NCEA Level 3 or National Certificate (NZQA Level 3) or its equivalent, and demonstrate strong customer service orientation, intermediate competency in MS Office applications, effective communication skills both written and verbal, excellent time management and prioritisation skills, and align with the University's values fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

About the Faculty and Work Environment

Te Kaupeka Ture is well-regarded for excellence in teaching, research, and contribution to the legal profession, offering programmes such as LLB, LLM, and Bachelor of Criminal Justice. The Faculty encourages a collaborative, professional, and dynamic team environment.

Benefits & Perks

• 4 weeks annual leave plus 5 university holidays per year
• Generous superannuation contributions up to 6.75% from employer
• Flexible work arrangements
• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive workplace culture
• Various retail and on-campus staff discounts, including on travel, entertainment, and shopping
• Access to campus facilities like UC RecCentre and Staff Club at discounted rates, plus onsite cafés and eateries
• Living and working in revitalised Ōtautahi (Christchurch), New Zealand

Additional Terms and Application Details

This is an onsite position based in Christchurch. Applicants must be Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizens/permanent residents or hold a valid New Zealand work visa. The position is fixed-term until October 2027 at 25 hours weekly. Applications must include a cover letter and resume submitted via the University’s official careers platform. Early applications are encouraged as interviews may occur before the closing date at midnight NZ time on 5 August 2026.