Solicitor or Senior Solicitor

7 months ago


Auckland City, New Zealand Buddle Findlay Full time

**Why us**

A career with us gives you the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients within internationally recognised teams and alongside some of New Zealand's leading legal talent to shape the future of business in New Zealand. This role offers you the chance to work across the firm's largest and most high-profile employment matters, a competitive remuneration package with top-market benefits, and exceptional ongoing training that is second to none in New Zealand.

**The opportunity**

An opportunity has become available for an experienced employment lawyer to join our Tier 1 employment and health and safety team in Auckland. In this role, you will receive high-quality training and mentorship from partners and senior associates who are invested in your success. By joining the team, you'll work directly with clients on the full range of employment law matters including:

- Advising on restructurings, performance management, disciplinary processes, investigations and dismissals
- Drafting employment agreements and policies
- Advising on the employment aspects of M&A transactions
- Assisting with contentious matters, including personal grievances
- Opportunities for advocacy at mediations and in the Employment Relations Authority/Employment Court
- Advising on privacy and human rights in the employment context
- Advising on health and safety compliance and enforcement

**What matters to us**

We value people who bring a different perspective, who are passionate, curious, and innovative. Our employment team is high-performing and is looking for someone who has demonstrated their ability to work at a high level through a combination of their work experience and academic achievements. To be successful in this role, you would ideally:

- Have 3 to 7 years' PQE with experience in employment law (if you have experience in civil litigation and have a genuine interest in specialising in employment law, you are also encouraged to apply)
- Ability to tackle complex issues and to think critically
- Be curious about employment law matters and the impact they have on the commercial sphere in New Zealand and globally
- Be able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment Bring your unique strengths and high-quality approach to the work you do

**How to apply**

If this sounds like the perfect position for you and you would like to apply, send us your details by clicking on the 'Apply" button. For a confidential discussion about the role before applying, contact Harri (Talent attraction specialist, People and culture) on +64 9 363 0607 or connect with him on LinkedIn.

We look forward to you joining our team and being part of our success.



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