Senior Solicitor / Associate

Are you a corporate lawyer ready to step into a role where your work shapes some of NZ'S most high-profile and complex deals? Our client, MinterEllisonRuddWatts, is seeking a high-calibre lawyer with 4–6 years’ PQE to join their top-tier Corporate team in Auckland. With a market-leading reputation in public and private M&A, securities, and takeovers, this team advises on headline-making transactions that define industries and attract international attention.

You'll be part of a team that is known not just for technical excellence, but also for their commercial insight and ability to execute innovative, strategic solutions for clients. This is a rare opportunity to work alongside some of the country's leading corporate lawyers in a high-performing, inclusive environment where collaboration, excellence, and client service are at the core.

What we’re looking for:

• 4–6 years' post-qualification experience, ideally within a top-tier or highly regarded commercial firm
• Strong experience in M&A transactions, securities law, and the Takeovers Code
• Technically sharp, commercially minded, and able to deliver under pressure
• A team player who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Passion for delivering excellent outcomes for clients

Why MinterEllisonRuddWatts?
MinterEllisonRuddWatts is consistently recognised as one of New Zealand’s premier law firms, with a 130-year history of excellence. They are known for fostering long-term client relationships and delivering advice that’s as commercially pragmatic as it is legally robust.

Their commitment to people sets them apart — they invest in their team, actively support career development, and champion a collaborative and inclusive culture. As a member of the global MinterEllison Legal Group, the firm also offers opportunities for international exposure and cross-border work.

This role offers:

• High-calibre corporate work with leading domestic and global clients
• A clear pathway for progression in a team that promotes on merit
• Exposure to major M&A, capital markets, and strategic transactions
• A genuinely supportive culture that values wellbeing, diversity and professional growth

Ready to make your next move? Apply today to kate.williams@Robertwalters.co.nz

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