Senior Solicitor

5 days ago

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Robert Walters Full time NZ$120,000 - NZ$180,000 per year

A leading law firm in Auckland is seeking a Senior Solicitor with expertise in Corporate and Commercial law to join their highly regarded team. This opportunity offers you the chance to work on complex M&A transactions, draft and review commercial contracts, and build strong client relationships within a supportive and collaborative environment. With a well-established client base spanning both national and international markets, you will be exposed to a wide variety of challenging legal matters while enjoying flexible working opportunities and generous support for your personal and professional growth.

What You'll Do

  • Provide expert legal advice on corporate transactional matters including mergers and acquisitions, ensuring clients receive clear guidance throughout each stage of the process.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts tailored to meet the specific needs of both local and international clients.
  • Develop strong client relationships by understanding their business objectives and delivering solutions that align with their strategic goals.
  • Collaborate closely with partners and other solicitors on challenging transactions, sharing knowledge and supporting team success.
  • Participate actively in ongoing training sessions designed to enhance your technical skills as well as your interpersonal abilities.
  • Support junior team members through mentoring or supervision when required, fostering a nurturing environment where everyone can thrive.
  • Engage with cross-functional teams across different practice areas to deliver comprehensive legal solutions for complex business challenges.

What You Bring

  • At least 3 years of post-qualification experience, obtained in New Zealand
  • Demonstrated experience in corporate transactional work
  • Proven ability to develop strong client relationships through effective communication, empathy, and understanding of business needs.
  • Track record of working collaboratively within teams to achieve excellent outcomes for clients while supporting colleagues' growth.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills enabling you to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds as well as colleagues across practice areas.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously without compromising quality or attention to detail in your work product.
  • High level of professionalism marked by integrity, reliability, discretion, and respect for others within the workplace.
  • Experience working independently when required but always willing to share knowledge or seek input from others for communal benefit.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development demonstrated by participation in training programmes or pursuit of further qualifications.

What Sets This Company Apart
This firm stands out as one of New Zealand's most respected employers within the legal sector—recognised nationally for its commitment to creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued. Staff enjoy low turnover rates thanks largely to the firm's emphasis on flexibility, generous support systems, and policies that promote healthy work-life balance. The culture is described as friendly, positive, and genuinely supportive; employees are encouraged not only to pursue excellence but also to find fulfilment both professionally and personally. The firm's size allows it to offer senior-level input on major matters while remaining agile enough for timely responses—making it an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful work without sacrificing collegiality or access to resources.

What's Next
If you are seeking a role that values your expertise while supporting your personal growth and lifestyle, this could be the perfect next step in your legal career.

If you have further questions about the role, please reach out to Suanne Briggs at or

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence in this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Suanne Briggs on

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