We have deep experience recruiting professional staff for law firms right across the country. While our offices are based in Auckland, we work with clients on opportunities up and down New Zealand covering all major centres and regional areas. We are constantly expanding and maintaining our active and passive candidate networks to ensure we offer an accurate, efficient and timely response to our clients requirements.
The roles we recruit for and the practice areas we cover are as follows:
Solicitor
Senior Solicitor
Associate
Senior Associate
Special Counsel / Principal
Partner
Legal practice areas we have industry knowledge and opportunities in:
Property
General Practice
Commercial
Corporate / M&A
Construction
Intellectual property
Technology
Dispute Resolution / Litigation
Insurance
Resource Management
Tax
Trusts & Private Wealth planning
Competition Law
Public law
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Christchurch
Litigation Solicitor - Multiple Roles!
Litigation Solicitors are in high demand in the Christchurch market, and I’m working with several firms who have great opportunities in this area: Junior Litigation Solicitor, 1-3 years PQE Work for a mid-sized firm in a beautiful spot in the CBD! A variety of litigation work across the civil and commercial space including debt recovery, contractual disputes, intellectual property, insolvency, trust and estate disputes This firm is modern and progressive in their approach to law with a key focus on career progression and mentoring as well as offering a great social culture, discounted health insurance and hybrid working options. Junior Litigation Solicitor, 1- 3 years PQE A great opportunity to join a National firm with a collegial, tight-knit team in Christchurch! Well known in the litigation space, you’ll be working across areas of civil litigation, including things like employment disputes, debt recovery and regulatory issues. Strike the perfect work/life balance, with wfh options available, a wellbeing allowance and a great social culture. Senior Litigation Solicitor / Associate, 3-4 years PQE This firm has several branches across NZ and are known for their professional reputation and strong culture. This role is based in their City office which has a modern fit-out and a great working environment. We are seeking someone who enjoys litigation work but also has experience with the Resource Management Act. This firm's clients in this area include private individuals, large companies, property developers and local authorities. This firm offers a flexible working environment and have a big focus on supporting you to succeed both at work (through mentoring programs) and at home (with support like free counselling and flexibility around caring for children or elderly parents). For a confidential chat about any of these roles, please reach out to Liz Sloan at CoLegal Recruitment – liz@colegal.co.nz or 027 211 6718. Looking for something different? I recruit for legal roles across the South Island so if you’re looking for a change, let’s have a chat about the market.
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Auckland
Employment Lawyer | 3+ years PQE
The Firm This is an opportunity to join a long-standing full-service firm in a diverse employment law role. Working under the mentorship of an established employment law partner, as part of a full-service law firm, you'll be a part of a close-knit employment law team where you will receive direct training and mentorship. The Work As an integral part of the team, you'll take on a high level of responsibility from the outset, gaining hands-on experience across a broad range of employment law matters. You'll work on both contentious and advisory issues, acting for a well-balanced mix of employer and employee clients. Your work will include restructuring advice, disciplinary investigations, personal grievance claims, bullying and discrimination matters, policy development, and preparation for mediations and ERA hearings. There’s also scope to get involved in health and safety work. This role offers a strong platform to refine your drafting and advocacy skills while deepening your expertise in complex employment law matters. About You: 3+ years PQE in employment law gained in either the context of a private practice or in-house role or an employment relations role (if employment was part of your litigation experience that will also be considered); A genuine interest in building your employment law career; High standard of written and verbal communication skills; and Decent academics and already be admitted to the bar. Perhaps you're looking for greater hands-on and advocacy-based employment law experience, or maybe you're looking to specialise in this area - either way, get in touch to find out more. All applicants must be admitted to the bar. For further information, contact Jenny on 027 874 0993 or at jenny@colegal.co.nz or click 'QUICK APPLY' with your CV and academics to apply for this opportunity.
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Wellington
Litigation Senior Associate | Wellington
Our client has a well-established litigation team that operates across complex commercial, public, regulatory, insurance and insolvency related disputes. They are looking to hire a talented senior litigation lawyer with solid litigation experience, sound drafting and advocacy skills that is looking to take the next step in their career. If you're someone who enjoys a varied litigation role, where you can be immersed from start to finish on complex litigation files then this could be the role for you. You'll be able to be involved in High Court litigation matters, adjudications, arbitrations and complex trials as part of this role working partners in the disputes team of a reputable full-service firm. You’ll also have the chance to mentor junior lawyers in the team and play a key role as lead counsel on a variety of interesting disputes matters. About you: 6+ years' PQE in litigation (a broad mix of civil and commercial litigation experience would suit and some public law experience is desirable); Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to cut through issues and problem solve; A good academic record; and Experience gained in a reputable firm - ideally a large firm or boutique litigation practice. Perhaps you're looking for greater autonomy in your role or a place that can offer a pathway to progress or to step into a high performing team where you can add value to the team and help mentor juniors. Whichever the case, get in touch, to discuss this opportunity further. NZ qualified lawyers with relevant experience returning from overseas will be of interest too. For further information, contact Jenny on 027 874 0993 or apply by emailing your CV and academic transcript to jenny@colegal.co.nz or by clicking on 'QUICK APPLY' now.
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Auckland
General Litigation Lawyer | 1.5+ years PQE
About the opportunity:Join a progressive and modern city firm, working on complex and interesting dispute resolution work. Our client is a reputable law practice seeking a talented Litigation Lawyer to be an integral part of their high performing litigation team. This is a unique chance to work on complex commercial, public law, regulatory, insurance and insolvency-related disputes, mentored by leading litigation partners in a collegial team environment.About You: 1.5+ years PQE gained within a reputable firm with some relevant litigation experience; An passion to develop your advocacy skills and ability to cut to the core issues; Good communication and problem-solving skills; A NZ qualified lawyer; and B average or higher law grades. Whether you are seeking more substantive involvement in litigation files, the chance to get your feet in court, or be better remunerated for your efforts, harness this opportunity to join a leading team well-known for its work.NZ qualified lawyers looking to return from overseas are encouraged to apply also.To discuss further, contact Bob Kou 027 274 5926 or email your CV and academic transcript to bob@colegal.co.nz or apply by clicking 'APPLY' now.
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Auckland
Int to Senior Level | Corporate & Commercial Lawyer
Working with a Corporate partner with strong commercial acumen and a top tier background, you will be able to receive strong one on one partner mentoring in quality work. Our client is a trusted advisor to high growth businesses, as well as established local and international corporate clients and investors. They advise clients through different stages of business growth, M&A deals (a good portion of the work), PE / VC investments, capital markets, commercial work etc. Their clients span a diverse range of industry sectors and the firm benefits from a flatter structure so you can have a good level of involvement in the work you do and chance to contribute value throughout a deal or matter.The firm has a modern working culture, flexibility and a culture conducive to ongoing training and development, encouraging business development and personal growth. There is definitely room for quick career progression if you show aptitude as the team is looking to grow further. The firm has strong internal precedent systems so that you can work efficiently.For a senior lawyer, there would be a defined pathway towards partnership in the short term due to the firm's growth. About you: 3+ years PQE with solid Corporate legal experience; Experience gained in a top tier firm or highly regarded Corporate team where you've had some exposure to M&A transactions, shareholder agreements and the like; Commercial acumen; The ability to build trust and confidence with clients. Perhaps you're in a large firm where you don't see a pathway for progression and looking for a chance to step up while maintaining a healthy work / life balance, or you may be looking for a firm where you can truly be valued for your contributions and remunerated for any clients you introduce. NZ qualified lawyers, thinking about a return to NZ in 2025, and wanting to establish themselves in a role that will advance their career should apply. To discuss further, contact Bob Kou 027 274 5926 or email your CV and academic transcript to bob@colegal.co.nz or by clicking 'APPLY' now.
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Auckland
Family Lawyer | 1.5+ years PQE
The Firm & Opportunity An exciting growth opportunity has come up for a 1.5+ year PQE level lawyer to strengthen our client's family law practice based in Auckland CBD. The firm has an established client base that provides a steady flow of files to work on a range of matters. The partners encourage a culture that is welcoming, approachable, supportive and flexible, allowing you to develop your skills and progress internally at the firm. This role works across the full gamut of family law work which includes helping individuals protect their assets in a relationship as well as navigating through complex separations and dealing with childcare and custody arrangements. In this role, you will also have all the support you need to develop your legal skills in the family law and private client area. There is a good balance of being able to work autonomously on files, mentorship and being given opportunities to go to Court, as they arise. About you 1.5+ years PQE experience in family law gained in either working in a specialist family law team or you may have general practice legal experience with a focus on family law matters, or be currently supporting a family law barrister; Strong interpersonal skills; An interest to develop your skills further in the family law field. If you're looking to hone your skills in family law within a firm that has a strong reputation for its work and support systems in place to allow you to advance your career with mentorship, then get in touch with us today. To discuss further, contact Anand Ranchhod on 027 2746 186, or email your CV and academic transcript to anand@colegal.co.nz or by clicking 'APPLY' now.
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Auckland
Civil & Criminal Litigator | 3/4+ years PQE
About the opportunityThis is a rare opportunity to do a mix of civil litigation, regulatory and criminal litigation work (and employment if that's an area of interest) as part of a well-regarded litigation and dispute resolution team. Our client has a diverse practice that includes defences for regulatory prosecutions, fraud, sexual charges and other civil litigation matters (contractual claims, property disputes, breach of director duty cases etc). As part of a close-knit team, this is a role where there will be mentorship to develop your skills further, but work in a flat structured team doing hands on work at the same time so that you can have real involvement in the files you're a part of. You'll be able to work with autonomy and be supported by the firm. About you 4+ years PQE with experience in drafting submissions and court applications, sound legal research and analytical skills (those with 3 years experience may be considered); Some advocacy experience; A decent academic record (ideally B average or higher); An interest in furthering your litigation career. This is a unique role that doesn't come by every day, where you can get regular time in court. You may be a criminal lawyer looking to diversify your experience while keeping your hand in criminal law work. Likewise, you may be a general litigator where you're looking for a more diversified mix of work and getting time in court. Whichever the case, enquire now to find out more. For a confidential chat, contact Anand Ranchhod on 027 2746 186 or email your CV and academic transcript to anand@colegal.co.nz or click on 'APPLY' now.
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Auckland
Resource management lawyer | Senior Associate
An excellent opportunity for someone looking for a firm where they can grow, with room for progression towards future partnership. As part of a national and full service practice, you'll be able to draw on the expertise of other lawyers where needed. The firm takes a values based approach, rather than working based on strict billing targets, and this encourages collaboration within the team. About the roleThe work will be diverse and high quality, with clients across various industries such as water, energy, farming and infrastructure development, you'll cover the full gamut of RMA legal work. In this role, you'll see yourself working on complex resource consenting, planning matters, enforcement matters, judicial review decisions, public law matters and infrastructure-related project matters.You'd assist with mentoring juniors and help prepare for Environment Court hearings on some larger-scale disputes as well as provide day to day advice to the clients.About you 7+ years Resource Management / Litigation experience Experience gained in a resource management law firm or a well-regarded team, where you have hands on experience. We would consider those where in-house experience may have formed part of your experience. Someone who is commercially and practically minded, as well as with good technical legal skills. To discuss further, contact Bob Kou 027 274 5926, or email your CV and academic transcript to bob@colegal.co.nz or by clicking 'APPLY' now.
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