Construction Solicitor - New Zealand (3+PQE)

A renowned, New Zealand firm is searching for their next Construction Solicitor to join their team in Auckland. If you are a UK Qualified Solicitor with 3+PQE and legal construction experience, this is a role that will allow you to travel, but not lose career progression and development opportunities.

Firm
This firm will be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment, advising clients on large projects and development across various sectors, including power, public services, transportation, and large-scale commercial developments to name a few.

A top-tier law firm with local and international presence, has arguably the leading construction law practice in New Zealand, with multiple partners highly ranked as Band 1 Tier 1 across major rating agencies locally and internationally.

The firm is serious about delivering results - they pride themselves on excellence, commercial astuteness and being able to solve complex problems for their clients, achieving positive commercial outcomes for their clients.

Additionally, the firm offers a range of benefits, including a dynamic and collaborative work environment that fosters creativity and innovation. They also provide opportunities for professional growth and development, helping their employees to build successful and fulfilling careers. They're committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, where everyone is valued and respected.

Role
The successful candidate will work closely with the firm's partners and a growing client base of clients that spans local councils, private companies, financial institutions, and developers. They will provide expert advice, lead projects, and work directly with clients and their project teams. The role offers the opportunity to work on significant construction transactions and collaborate with experienced lawyers in this practice area.

This firm is on the lookout for an outstanding lawyer who brings commercial awareness and construction law expertise. Ideally, you will have worked on development and/or energy projects and have solid commercial acumen.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ PQE gained with a focus on transactional/front-end construction work.

Ideal candidate

• A Corporate Solicitor with 3+ PQE
• Can manage a varied caseload with a range of clients, and has the ambition and communication skills to further develop client relations
• Is commercially aware and knowledgeable about the current banking law landscape
• Has passion for the legal industry and willingness to learn in a new legal system format

What's on offer

• Working for a leading New Zealand firm
• An opportunity to develop an international reputation in Construction
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality work
• Engrained culture of flexible working
• First-rate career development opportunities
• Generous salary
• Excellent package including financial protection measures, well-being considerations and favourable holiday/leave entitlements

Apply now for immediate consideration contact Jules Grieve on 0131 460 7747/jules@jmc-legal.com for a confidential chat.