Senior Solicitor/ Solicitor

1 week ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand McVeagh Fleming Full time
Senior Solicitor/ Solicitor - Trusts and Estates (Manukau)

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Solicitor – Trusts and Estates (Manukau)

McVeagh Fleming is a full service firm which has been operating in Auckland for over 100 years and has offices in the CBD, Albany and Manukau.

The Role

Our Manukau team has a vacancy for an experienced Solicitor/ Senior Solicitor with extensive experience in trusts, estate administration and estate planning work. This role encompasses a wide range of 'general practice' work with a focus on:

  • Trusts
  • Wills
  • Enduring Power of Attorney

What you'll bring

  • Minimum 2 years' relevant experience
  • Working knowledge of the Trusts Act 2019 and ability to work on trust matters
  • Experience in estate administration, writing wills and enduring powers of attorneys
  • Fundamental knowledge of conveyancing
  • Demonstrated ability to build rapport, listen and show empathy with clients
  • A calm and pragmatic approach
  • Excellent attention to detail and grammar
  • Confidence to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • A desire to grow your own practice, via external marketing and networking

This can be a fast-paced and varied role. You'll draw on your skills in efficiency, proactivity, organisation, professionalism, and communication. You'll be supported by some truly exceptional people and have the unique opportunity to make a very real difference in the lives of many. Get in touch to learn more.

To be eligible to apply you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand and meet any entry requirements if you're outside the country. For advice on obtaining a New Zealand work or residence visa and our entry requirements visit

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