Senior Legal Counsel

2 weeks ago

Auckland City, New Zealand Financial Markets Authority Full time

**Who we are - Ko wai mātou**

We are Aotearoa New Zealand's financial markets conduct regulator, the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) - Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko.

With us, you'll be making a difference by promoting fair, efficient, and transparent financial markets. This is your opportunity to combine your legal expertise with a great life/work balance, while playing your part in creating a brighter future for all New Zealanders.

**The Role - Te Tūranga**

Join our collaborative and supportive in-house legal team, where you'll work on a broad range of legal issues across Aotearoa's financial markets. This is a fast-paced and rewarding role that places you at the heart of regulatory decision-making, policy development, and outcome-focused reform.

You'll be advising on complex financial markets legislation, supporting regulatory responses to potential breaches, and engaging with a wide variety of stakeholders—including market participants, their advisers, and teams across the FMA. The work is varied and intellectually stimulating, with opportunities to contribute to law reform, guidance, and key organisational initiatives.

You'll be encouraged to bring your ideas to the table, grow your expertise, and work alongside experienced and passionate legal professionals.

This role can be based in either our Auckland or Wellington office.

**About You - Ō Pūkenga**

We're looking for an experienced solicitor with at least 5 years' post-admission experience and a current practising certificate (or eligibility for one).

You may come from a range of legal backgrounds, but you'll be motivated to deepen your expertise in financial markets law and contribute to improved outcomes for New Zealand's markets and consumers. You'll bring sound judgement, an analytical mindset, and confidence navigating complex legislation.

Experience with financial sector regulation—such as the Financial Markets Conduct Act—and/or public and administrative law is an advantage.

**Ngā painga | What we offer**

We're proud to offer a workplace where you can thrive professionally and personally. Our benefits include:

- 4% employer KiwiSaver contribution
- Additional paid leave during the Christmas period
- Health & life insurance
- Hybrid working (2 days WFH)
- The option to swap public holidays for days that hold personal significance
- Robust learning and development opportunities

**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply**
- Reference #
- 18344
- Posted on
- 11 Jul 2025
- Closes on
- 27 Jul 2025 23:55
- Location(s)
- Auckland, Wellington
- Expertise
- Legal
- Job level(s)
- Experienced
- Work type(s)
- Permanent full-time

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