Senior Solicitor
3 days ago
About Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh is New Zealand's premier law firm committed to operating at the cutting edge of legal practice. Our award-winning team of lawyers are internationally recognised for their thought leadership, depth of experience and ability to translate complex legal issues into client success stories. We have established offices in Auckland | Tāmaki Makaurau and Wellington | Te Whanganui-a-Tara, and a new office in Queenstown | Tāhuna.
Our values of Respect | Manaaki, Curiosity | Māhirahira, Excellence | Whai hiranga and Tenacity | Whakapau kaha reflect who we are and how we work together.
About the role
If you are looking for an opportunity to continue to grow your legal career in a leading commercial law firm with first-class training – we have an excellent opportunity for you We are looking for a senior solicitor to join our new office in Queenstown working with Partners Tony Sycamore and Sam Nelson.
You will get exposure to some of the most interesting work in the region. The team focuses on complex commercial and property work for an exciting and diverse range of clients.
About you
If you are looking for an opportunity to work within a supportive, ambitious, growing and energetic team and would like to join an award-winning full-service firm, we would like to hear from you.
The successful candidate will have:
- 4+ years' legal experience
- A strong academic record
- Drive, ambition and a positive attitude
- Excellent research, verbal and written communication skills.
Benefits
Some of our employee benefits include:
- Competitive remuneration package
- Support, coaching and considered training and development programmes
- Annual wellness subsidy
How to apply
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter.
We believe in enabling a supportive and inclusive workplace for everyone. Please click here for further information about Russell McVeagh's diversity and inclusion vision and commitment.
Our firm is invested in achieving transformational change and having a positive impact – our Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) Report captures our firm's progress on our commitment to helping to shape a sustainable and thriving Aotearoa New Zealand. You can read our 2025 report, 'Contributing to Aotearoa New Zealand | Te Whai Koha ki Aotearoa' here.
For more information, or to have a confidential discussion about this position please email Michaela Reid on
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