Corporate / M&A Lawyer (3–6 PQE) – Leading National Firm – Auckland CBD

5 days ago

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Edward Jacobs Full time NZ$180,000 - NZ$250,000 per year

About The Firm:

A premier national commercial law firm located in the heart of Auckland's CBD.

Renowned for its
top-tier Corporate/M&A practice
, the firm advises leading New Zealand and international corporates, private equity funds, growth companies and listed entities on complex, high-value transactions. With a reputation for excellence, commercial acumen and a people-first culture, they deliver strategic, high-impact advice while maintaining a collaborative, down-to-earth working environment.

Partners are
visible, hands-on and deeply invested
in developing their team, offering high-quality work without the long-hours culture often associated with top-tier transactional practices.

About The Role:

You will join a high-performing corporate team working across a broad range of transactions and strategic advisory matters, including:

  • Managing workstreams on
    public and private M&A
    , joint ventures and restructurings
  • Supporting
    private equity and venture capital
    investments
  • Providing general corporate advisory on the
    Companies Act, governance and shareholder issues
  • Drafting and negotiating key transaction documents -
    SPAs, SHAs, subscription and JV agreements
  • Conducting due diligence and assisting with transaction execution
  • Collaborating with partners, clients and stakeholders to deliver commercially sound solutions
  • Mentoring junior lawyers where appropriate
  • Maintaining strong client relationships and delivering timely, accurate advice

You'll be given real responsibility from the outset, with meaningful access to partners and clients.

Skills & Experience:

  • NZ-qualified lawyer
    with
    3–6 years' PQE
    in corporate, commercial or M&A
  • Solid experience with transactional documents and deal execution
  • Strong commercial judgement, communication and drafting skills
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a dynamic, deal-driven environment
  • Ambitious, proactive and eager to progress within a respected corporate team

Benefits & Perks:

  • Competitive top-of-market salary package
  • Clear progression pathway with structured professional development
  • Hybrid working with genuine flexibility
  • Exposure to major domestic and cross-border transactions
  • Supportive, social culture with regular events and team initiatives
  • Modern CBD offices with a collaborative, high-performing environment

How To Apply:

If you believe you're a strong fit for this opportunity, please submit your CV to

or click Apply.

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