Associate Corporate Lawyer – New Zealand

About the role

We are supporting a leading New Zealand corporate department in hiring associate lawyers for its Auckland or Wellington office. The role involves advising a diverse national and international client base on a wide range of high‑value commercial transactions.

Key responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on public and private M&A, joint ventures, infrastructure projects, procurement, energy & renewables, and digital & technology transactions.
• Draft, negotiate and review contracts and transaction documents for major projects.
• Support senior partners in complex, multi‑jurisdictional deals.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant legislation and market trends.

Required profile

• Qualified lawyer in New Zealand or overseas with solid corporate and commercial experience.
• Experience gained at a top national or international law firm is preferred.
• Ability to work with both national and international clients on complex transactions.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on market‑leading commercial transactions.
• Exposure to a broad client base across multiple sectors.
• Professional development within a top‑tier law firm.