Associate

This role offers the chance to manage your own caseload and develop your practice with a high degree of autonomy. There will be high-quality work and career progression opportunities, with success not measured solely by years of experience.

Mō tēnei tūranga | About this role

A strong work ethic and the ability to foster long-lasting client relationships are essential. Mentoring junior lawyers and supporting their professional development will also be a key component of your responsibilities. While a transferrable client base is desirable, it is not essential. There is potential for career advancement, including the possibility of stepping up into partnership, now or in the future. Flexible working arrangements are available, with the option to work between multiple office locations as needed.

Your key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Manage a practice in either Commercial Law or Trusts and Estates Law.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Provide pragmatic, outcome-focused legal advice.
• Mentor and support junior lawyers in their professional development.
• Contribute to team and culture development initiatives.

Mōhou ake | About you

• A Senior Lawyer with 5+ years of post-qualification experience in a law firm
• Ability to build rapport and maintain excellent client relationships
• Strong technical competency and familiarity with the latest legal systems
• Holds a current New Zealand practicing certificate

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

For a confidential discussion, please contact Lucy Simpson on 04 471 9749 or lucy.simpson@robertwalters.co.nz.

Please note that we will be out of the office from 24 December and will return on 8 January. We will respond to your application upon our return. In the meantime, please feel free to email us any queries or to schedule a meeting in the New Year.

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