# Junior Lawyer at NZ Ministry of Justice, Hawkes Bay## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role**Criminal Defence Lawyer – Junior lawyer****Public Defence Service Hawkes Bay****Te Haeata/The Opportunity**The Public Defence Service (PDS) is looking for a criminal lawyer who has a strong desire to develop their career in the specialist area of criminal advocacy. The successful candidate will join our Hawkes PDS team.You will need to be eligible for a practising certificate and interested in criminal law.To be considered for this position, a copy of your academic transcript must accompany your application.This role would suit lawyers who have been admitted to the bar, are looking for a career in criminal law, or those with previous experience as a registrar, police prosecutor, working for a barrister, community law centre, government department etc.You will find challenge and satisfaction with a varied caseload, including trials and appearances. You will have expert and talented colleag...