Employment Law Specialist

3 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Fluid Recruitment Limited Full time

About Fluid Legal Recruitment

We are delighted to be partnering with Young Hunter, a medium-sized Christchurch CBD-based law firm with a strong national client base. For over 90 years, they have invested in their staff and thrived on the ambition of their clients, giving back to their community.

Job Overview

This is a unique opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate to elevate their employment practice, leading and growing the team's workload in mediation, ERA and employment court matters. The role will also involve workplace investigations, personal grievances, IEA reviews and providing strategic consultation for clients on the changing employment landscape.

About Young Hunter

Young Hunter offers the optimal balance between a smaller team environment and the quality of work, without compromising on career growth opportunities. Enjoy the calibre of files of a large national firm without the corporate hierarchy. They provide an excellent team culture with frequent social gatherings, wellness programs, competitive remuneration packages, a dress for your day policy, and flexible work arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain and develop existing client relationships, identifying new business opportunities and growing the team's client base.
  • Lead and cultivate employment practice, working closely with commercial, disputes and private client teams.
  • Conduct mediations, ERA and employment court matters, as well as workplace investigations and personal grievances.
  • Provide strategic consultation for clients on the changing employment landscape.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will require a strong employment law profile, ideally with your own client base. A pathway to partnership is open for the right candidate. If you want to invest in your career and contribute towards the firm's growth strategy, we encourage you to register your interest.



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