Senior Solicitor, Litigation Expert

1 week ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand CGR Services Full time
About the Job

This is a challenging opportunity for a Senior Solicitor to join our Litigation team on a permanent basis. The litigation portfolio is varied and includes dispute resolution litigation under the Accident Compensation Act 2001, public, civil, commercial, criminal and coronial matters.

The team oversees the instruction and management of ACC litigation via a panel of external lawyers that represent ACC; team members are not required to appear in court themselves. As a Senior Solicitor, you will play an important role in managing a range of proceedings and working closely with external counsel, as well as providing sound and fit-for-purpose advice to internal stakeholders.

We have a base salary range for this role is $117,787 - $166,288 with appointment depending on skills and experience and internal relativities. ACC also offers 9% superannuation on top of base salary.

Key Responsibilities
  • A tertiary qualification in law and a current New Zealand Law Society practicing certificate.
  • Proven litigation, public law, and legal advisory experience.
  • Knowledge of ACC, public sector legislation, and the wider system within which ACC operates preferred.
  • Knowledge of, or a willingness to develop knowledge of, Te Ao Māori, tikanga and Te Reo Māori.


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