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Our client, a globally integrated law firm with an extensive reach in the New Zealand market, is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join their corporate and commercial team. This firm offers unparalleled access to sector experts, training, talent support, and business development opportunities both locally and internationally. Their National Corporate and Commercial Team advises a diverse range of clients on a broad spectrum of corporate and commercial matters.
About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga
As an Associate or Senior Associate, you will be part of a dynamic team advising on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters. Your work could include mergers and acquisitions, domestic and international transactions, business and corporate advisory, capital markets, private equity, venture capital, and joint ventures. You will be part of an inclusive team that works collaboratively with clients, offering valuable experience.
What you will bring | Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu
The ideal candidate for this Associate or Senior Associate role will have a minimum of 7 years of experience. They should be a strong team player with a genuine ambition to establish themselves as a recognised professional in the corporate and commercial field. The Partners are looking for someone who enjoys mentoring and supporting other lawyers, has a flexible approach to work, likes variety, and is focused on fostering strong relationships across the market.
What sets this law firm apart | He aha te wehe i tenei umanga ture
At this firm, you will have access to complex and interesting work. You will have the opportunity to engage with talented sector experts and receive training through global learning initiatives. The firm is dedicated to creating a respectful environment where everyone can thrive. They offer benefits that positively impact your work/life balance such as additional paid holiday during the Summer Shutdown, lifestyle leave, parental leave top-up payments up to 26 weeks for primary caregivers or 5 weeks for non-primary caregivers, volunteer leave, an annual wellness allowance, free in-house legal advice, various social events, among others.
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Ready for an exceptional opportunity to cultivate your career within a globally recognised firm? Apply now!
For a confidential discussion, please contact Lucy Simpson on +64 4 471 9749 or Lucy.Simpson@robertwalters.co.nz.
The firm is committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, irrespective of race, ethnicity, culture, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability. They are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone respects and supports each other.
Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Lucy Simpson on 04 471 9749 or lucy.simpson@robertwalters.co.nz
About the job
Contract Type: FULL_TIME
Specialism: Legal
Focus: Commercial Law
Industry: Legal
Salary: Competitive and based on experience
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Associate
Location: Wellington
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: 1995680/001
Date posted: 26 February 2025
Consultant: Lucy Simpson
wellington legal/commercial-law 2025-02-26 2025-04-27 legal Wellington Wellington NZ Robert Walters https://www.robertwalters.co.nz https://www.robertwalters.co.nz/content/dam/robert-walters/global/images/logos/web-logos/square-logo.png trueCome join our global team of creative thinkers, problem solvers and game changers. We offer accelerated career progression, a dynamic culture and expert training.