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Senior Solicitor/Associate

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Our client, a national law firm renowned for attracting complex legal work and top-tier lawyers, is seeking a Senior Solicitor/Associate to join their growing commercial litigation team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a broad variety of international and domestic work providing an exciting challenge for those looking to expand their legal expertise.

The firm offers above market salaries, flexible working arrangements and international secondment opportunities. For any candidates considering a move overseas the firm can also offer introductions to overseas offices after two years with the firm.


Key responsibilities:

  • General commercial litigation, from insolvency matters and debt collection to complex contractual disputes;
  • Advising on contract disputes, fair dealing, ESG, greenwashing and climate litigation risk;
  • Advising clients on commercial disputes and regulatory matters, with a particular focus on banking and financial services;
  • Mentoring junior staff.

What you bring:

  • At least 4 years post-qualification experience (PQE)
  • Experience in a civil or commercial litigation team
  • Strong academic background
  • Excellent drafting skills
  • Proficient in research and discovery tasks
  • Experience in mediation and dispute resolution

Apply Now

If you’re interested in finding out more about this opportunity, then apply now. Or, for a confidential discussion, please call Rosamund on 09 374 7327 rosamund.more@robertwalters.co.nz

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 Rosamund More on 09 374 7327.

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Legal

Focus: Litigation

Industry: Legal

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Auckland

Job Reference: 2040550/001

Date posted: 20 February 2025

Consultant: Rosamund More

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