Employment Solicitor – Auckland

About the role

Simpson Grierson is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to join its nationally recognised employment law team in Auckland. You will work alongside senior partners and a collaborative group of lawyers, providing high‑quality advice and representation across a broad spectrum of employment matters.

Key responsibilities

• Advise national and international corporate clients on employment agreements, policies, restructures, acquisitions and health & safety issues.
• Handle investigations, personal grievances, collective bargaining, union matters and privacy concerns.
• Represent clients in employment tribunals, courts and mediations, managing litigation from inception to resolution.
• Develop and deliver tailored employment law solutions, supporting both advisory and corporate support work.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships across New Zealand.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of post‑qualification experience in employment law.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with a positive, proactive attitude.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively with lawyers at all levels.
• Team‑player who is keen to develop a career in a high‑profile, nationally‑focused practice.
• General litigators with an interest in specialising in employment law are also welcome.

Required skills

• Employment law expertise, including litigation and advisory work.
• Knowledge of corporate restructures, investigations, personal grievances, collective bargaining and union matters.
• Familiarity with health & safety, privacy and human‑rights legislation.

What we offer

• Outstanding professional development and mentoring from leading partners.
• Comprehensive wellbeing programme and market‑leading benefits.
• Competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.
• Recognition as an Employer of Choice (2023 Law Awards, HRD New Zealand 2025).
• A diverse, inclusive culture with a national team spanning three offices.