Corporate Senior Solicitor / Senior Associate - Māori business

We are looking for a motivated individual with experience in corporate and commercial work, ideally with exposure to working with iwi entities and Māori businesses – or a strong drive to enter this sector. The successful candidate will be working closely with Te Aopare Dewes, the lead for our Te Waka Ture group, and will be exposed to interesting and challenging work, with scope for building their practice and long-term client relationships and to advance within the firm.

Requirements

• 5+ years PQE
• Good academic background
• Commercially astute and client focused
• Excellent communication skills - te reo Māori advantageous
• Enthusiasm and drive to work with Māori business and communities

Benefits

• Flexible working style and supportive leadership
• Inclusive culture and team
• Ongoing learning and development & formal mentoring programme
• Comprehensive salary and benefits package including healthcare and annual wellbeing allowance
• Groups and activities to suit your interests: sports, arts & culture, regular team and firm events for connection