"Student Editor of the NZJPIL"

Job Description:

• Are you an undergraduate law student looking for a casual role?
• Do you have a solid record of research or published work?
• Have you got previous experience as a volunteer editor?

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Student Editor of the NZJPIL (New Zealand Journal of Public and International Law). The NZJPIL is a peer-reviewed law review which publishes between 1 or 2 issues a year. It is a casual position for one-year with the possibility of extending it to two-years maximum. The Student Editor-in-Chief will work with the Managing Editor, Production Administrator, the Committee and a small team of student volunteers. The term commences in February/March 2026 with a handover from the current Student Editor-in-Chief.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinates the editing process by distributing articles between assistant editors, the committee and for author approval. Editing to comply with the NZ Law Style Guide.
• Completes a full final edit of each issue of the NZJPIL (particularly checking compliance with the NZ Law Style Guide).
• Takes notes of any committee meetings and distributes (if held).
• Liaison with the Production administrator at all stages.

Ō pūmanawa - About you

The role would suit a third- or fourth-year undergraduate law student with:

• A solid academic record, preferably with a record of research or published work.
• Previous experience as a volunteer editor of the journal is an advantage.
• Capable, dependable with good time management skills.
• Familiarity with the New Zealand Law Style Guide.
• Familiarity with editing in Word.
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

This role offers:

• A CV enhancing role.
• Use of a shared office at the Law School.
• An opportunity to gain valuable experience in the world of academic publishing and research.
• Opportunities for networking with students, staff, authors and reviewers.

Role Description: If this link is not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University careers page. Click here to see further information, including salary details.

Close date for vacancy: 19 September 2025.

Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Denise Blackett (denise.blackett@vuw.ac.nz).

How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter. Applicants who do not have residency or citizenship and require a visa to work at the University must clearly indicate their visa status in their application and understand that if they do not have a current, relevant visa, they will need to secure this independently.