Legal Counsel | Commercial
2 days ago
Add expected salary to your profile for insightsExciting Opportunity for an Experienced Corporate CounselA rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for an accomplished Corporate and Commercial Lawyer to join a growing in-house legal team in New Zealand.
This newly created role offers variety, challenge, and the chance to work in a collaborative and supportive environment.About the RoleThis position sits at the heart of the organisation's legal function, reporting directly to the Head of Legal and being a part of a close-knit team.
The successful candidate will provide expert legal advice across a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, including mergers and acquisitions, shareholder arrangements, corporate structuring matters and investments.Key responsibilities include:Overseeing the M&A process, including due diligence, negotiations, and documentation.Drafting and advising on contracts such as shareholder agreements.Advising on corporate governance and engaging with the Board and Risk Committees.Supporting major business initiatives and projects.Monitoring legal developments and ensuring compliance with regulatory changes.About YouThe ideal candidate will be a New Zealand-qualified solicitor with a current practising certificate and at least 5 years of corporate law experience, including some M&A / deal experience.
Other key attributes include:New Zealand qualified and admitted lawyerProven ability to manage complex transactions and deliver practical outcomes.Excellent relationship-building skills, with the confidence to engage with stakeholders including the exec team.Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills, and sound judgment.A collaborative mindset and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.High levels of integrity, professionalism and attention to detail.Why Join?This role offers more than just legal work—it's a chance to be part of a growing organisation that values its team and promotes a positive, engaging workplace culture.
Benefits include:A commitment to personal and professional development.Opportunities to work on meaningful projects that drive business success.A team environment that celebrates collaboration and achievement.Awesome benefits.Flex and 1 day WFH are possible.You may be looking to move into your first in-house legal role, where you can be immersed in interesting projects and corporate transactions, or looking to leverage your background from another in-house legal role where you can get greater exposure to being involved in corporate deals yet have a variety of other work too.How to ApplyTo express interest in this confidential opportunity, please reach out to Jenny 027 8740 993 or ****** for a confidential discussion or hit "Apply".
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