Associate - Commercial

Our client, Jackson Russell, is seeking a passionate senior legal professional to join their established and reputable Business Law team. If you are looking for that work-life balance but are still wanting to get stuck into complex and rewarding work – this is the role for you. The successful candidate will have the chance to work closely with partners and clients, supervise and mentor junior team members, and contribute to a variety of transactions both in New Zealand and cross-jurisdictionally.

Key Responsibilities :

In this role you will handle a diverse and engaging array of matters and be responsible for:

• Mergers and acquisitions

• Managing commercial contracts and provide general advisory work

• Assisting in business structuring and shareholder arrangements

• Working closely with partners and clients

• Supervising and mentor junior team members

The team has a steady stream of work, an established referred and generational client base, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with both partners – spanning across various sectors and interest areas.

To be successful in this role you should have:
With 3+ years PQE in corporate and/or commercial law under your belt at a reputable top or mid-tier firm, you possess excellent technical skills and are adaptable and solutions focused. Your ability to build rapport with clients enables you to deliver practical and professional advice. An interest in mentoring more junior lawyers demonstrates your commitment to fostering a supportive team environment. Your ability to think creatively, exercise sound judgement and work as part of a team sets you apart.

What sets this company apart:
Jackson Russell delivers the expertise of a top-tier firm while maintaining the personalised service and adaptability of a smaller practice. They are committed to delivering excellent outcomes for their clients while nurturing a positive team environment. They offer genuine work-life balance with flexible working opportunities, including the ability to work from home. They value their employees well-being and promote genuine work-life balance through social interactions weekly and throughout the year, initiatives such as EAPs and a friendly and welcoming environment.

What's next:
If you are an commercial solicitor looking to join a highly capable team, develop your career and work on a diverse range of matters, whilst being supported to have a healthy work-life balance, don't hesitate to reach out to Suanne Briggs on 09 374 7350 or suanne.briggs@robertwalters.co.nz.

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence in this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Suanne Briggs on +6493747350.