In-House Legal Expert

1 week ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Pattle Delamore Partners Ltd Full time

About Us

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Pattle Delamore Partners is an employee-owned consultancy that brings together nearly 300 experts to provide innovative environmental solutions across Aotearoa.

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Our Vision:

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We take pride in delivering quality outcomes for our clients while fostering an environment that supports your personal and professional growth.

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The Role:

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You will work closely with senior leaders and various teams across the business, providing expert legal support to enable the business to win and deliver projects throughout Aotearoa.

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Key Responsibilities:

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  • Managing legal risks, ensuring compliance, and providing expert legal advice to support our strategic goals.">
  • Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating significant or complex contracts, ensuring all terms align with our legal and commercial objectives.">
  • Tracking and managing a suite of contracts, ensuring agreements and client contracts are compliant, and contractual obligations are met.">
  • Drafting, updating, and managing a suite of template and precedent documents.">
  • Representing PDP in discussions with client legal representatives or industry groups, maintaining strong, professional relationships.">
  • Staying ahead of changes in government legislation and industry practices, advising the business on relevant implications and adjustments.">
  • Working closely with internal teams to ensure all contractual arrangements meet legal, commercial, safety, and environmental requirements.">
  • Contribute to the development and improvement of internal control systems, policies, and processes, aligned with legislative and corporate governance standards.">
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Requirements:

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  • A law degree with a current practicing certificate.">
  • Minimum of 3 years' (ideally 5+) practical experience as an in-house legal counsel or relevant law firm experience, with expertise in commercial and contract law.">
  • Working knowledge of relevant statutes, regulations, and industry standards, including corporate governance, employment law, risk management, and insurance.">
  • Strong communication skills – both verbal and written – able to clearly communicate complex legal issues in a practical and accessible way.">
  • A high level of integrity, sound judgment, and a commitment to high professional standards.">
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.">
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications – Word, Outlook, Excel, Adobe, PowerPoint, and Teams.">

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