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
Specialists
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Auckland
Family & Relationship Property Lawyer | 3+ years PQE
The Firm & OpportunityOpportunity to join a high performing and well-regarded firm in their specialist family law practice. As a well-established firm, they have a strong reputation for their pragmatic and client-centered approach, working with clients across various generations. With a warm culture and approachable partners, they are dedicated to creating an environment that encourages the growth and development of staff. Joining an experienced team you will have the opportunity to work across a blend of relationship property, care of child, family violence, PPPR and other family law-related matters working under the mentorship of a highly regarded family law partner. Operating with a flat structure, you will have the ability to take ownership of files from start to end with the support of the partner and others in the team, allowing you to further strengthen your advocacy skillset.About you 3+ years PQE experience in family law gained in either working for a family law barrister, in a specialist family law team or you may have general practice legal experience with a strong RP / family law focus; and A relatable personality and able to exude empathy to deal with clients in tricky personal situations, working with a multi-generational client base. For further information, contact Anand Ranchhod on 027 2746 186 or to apply email your CV and academic record to anand@colegal.co.nz or by clicking 'APPLY' now.
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Auckland
Trusts & Private Client Lawyer | Senior
About the firmThis is an opportunity to join a thriving city based practice that represents a multi-generational client base including high net worth individuals and investors to your everyday individuals. This is a role where you can work with a good level of autonomy with private clients and assist them in their personal affairs as it relates to trusts, wills, estates, wealth and succession planning, family charters, powers of attorney, inheritance planning, asset structuring and relationship property matters. You'll be able to collaborate with other team members as part of a flat structured team environment and learn from some of the best in the industry. About the teamThe team works flexibly and there are expert partners that will be there for mentorship. If you'd like to join a practice that does quality work while retaining a decent work/life balance, then enquire now. About youTo be successful in this role, you will ideally have: 4+ years' solid legal experience - for those at the senior level, trusts and private client experience is needed but for those at the junior-intermediate level, if you have strong grades and an interest in getting into this field, then it's worth applying; An ability to communicate well and build rapport with a range of private clients from different backgrounds and ages; Sound drafting skills and the ability to provide advice in a clear and concise manner; Good interpersonal skills. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing team, where you can continue to build your skills within a highly regarded Auckland city firm. To discuss further, contact Anand Ranchhod on 027 2746 186 or email your CV and academic transcript to anand@colegal.co.nz or click APPLY now.
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Auckland
Corporate / M&A lawyer | 2+ years PQE
The Firm & OpportunityJoin a leading corporate team within a forward-thinking, top tier practice. The team is led by internationally recognized and highly experienced partners with a strong client portfolio of NZX listed companies, multinationals, investors and high growth companies.Day to day you will be involved in a mix of transactional, drafting and advisory work including M&A transactions, private equity, capital markets work, corporate structuring / restructuring, management buy-out arrangements, corporate structuring and investment work. There are good benefits on offer, and you'll be a part of a team where everyone works together for a common goal. You will be someone that has: 2+ years experience in a corporate and commercial legal role with some transactional experience in commercial legal matters; Good academics - at least a B average in your LLB; and Passionate about further developing a career in the corporate legal field. You may be someone coming from a smaller practice, keen to get exposure to larger-scale and more complex corporate transactions, or exposure to working with a top clientele with a structured training programme in place. Eith way, get in touch to secure your next role for 2024.Note: this is not a graduate position and you must have been admitted to the bar in NZ with some existing relevant corporate experience to apply. For further information, contact Anand Ranchhod on 027 2746 186 or email your CV and academic transcript to anand@colegal.co.nz, or click 'APPLY' now to send through your details.
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Wellington
Commercial Litigation Lawyer | Senior
The Opportunity:Exciting opportunity for an experienced litigator to join a forward-thinking firm and be involved in an interesting mix of commercial litigation matters. They are now looking to take on an experienced litigator with at least 6 years experience, to work on disputes that can range from insolvency/restructuring matters, professional negligence and indemnity claims, shareholder disputes, contractual disputes, breach of director duties, competition law and regulatory investigations. You will be someone who enjoys variety in a role and being immersed from start to finish on complex litigation files. Working with a couple of highly regarded partners, that will allow you to take on a good degree of file management responsibility but also provide you with adequate support and mentorship as well, there is the chance to get involved in High Court trials and develop your oral advocacy skills. Top remuneration and benefits are on offer. About you: 6+ years' PQE in litigation, with some commercial litigation experience; An ability to cut through issues and problem solve;Continue A strong academic record; and Experience gained in a reputable firm - preferably medium, large or boutique litigation firm. Perhaps you're considering a move back to NZ for 2024 or looking for more interesting and complex work in a full service practice? Get in touch to find out more. For further information, contact Anand Ranchhod on 027 2746 186 or email a copy of your CV and academic transcript to anand@colegal.co.nz or by clicking 'APPLY NOW'.
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Auckland
Employment Lawyer | 1-3 year PQE
The Firm & OpportunityOpportunity to develop your mediation, ERA and advocacy experience in a well-established small practice. As employment law specialists, our client works with a diverse clientele of small, medium and large businesses across the full spectrum of employment law matters. Led by an experienced partner, you will have direct mentorship and guidance to help you hone in on your technical skillset as well as the independence to run your own files where you're able to. The team environment is friendly, down to earth and they share a genuine passion for the work that they do. In this role, you'll be involved in both contentious and advisory employment law matters, representing a mix of employee and employer clients across a range of sectors. The work is varied and no two days will be the same - you will work on restructuring advice, disciplinary investigations, dealing with PG claims, bullying and discrimination-related matters, policy-related work, and helping prepare for mediations and ERA Hearings. You'll be able to develop your research, drafting and advocacy skills in this role, learning from an employment law specialist.About You: 1+ years PQE in employment law (if employment law forms part of your general litigation background, but you'd like to specialise in employment law, then we'd also like to consider you); Mediation experience would be viewed favourably; A genuine interest in building your employment law career; and Strong academic record with at least a B average in your LLB. 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. We'd be interested to chat with those looking to start a role in the new year as well. For further information, contact Anand Ranchhod on 027 2746 186 or at anand@colegal.co.nz or click 'APPLY' with your CV and academics to apply for this opportunity. Thinking of relocating? CoLegal Recruitment has opportunities all across New Zealand, so if you are looking to move to another region or return from overseas, CoLegal is perfectly positioned to help you with your transition.
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Auckland
Banking & Finance Lawyer | Senior Associate
The chance to work with a blue-chip clientele on high-end transactions. A fantastic position within a top banking team. We are recruiting for a Senior Associate to join a highly acclaimed Banking & Finance team that is high-performing, close-knit and works on top-market deals. In this role, you will be working across a few banking and finance partners on a range of transactions including structured financing, asset financing, leveraged financing, corporate finance, securitisation, project financing, and general banking & finance work - varied work is on offer. The clientele includes the leading financial institutions, public entities and private investors, and the team works across a range of sectors. The culture at this firm is friendly, supportive, progressive, and allows for flexible working to suit your preferred working style. You will also get hands on client relationship management responsibilities so this isn't just a back-office role. About you: 6+ years PQE in Banking and Finance (Corporate, in-house and/or Insolvency work may form part of your experience); Ability to hold an NZ practising certificate; and Experience gained within a top law firm or within an in-house legal team of a financial services organisation. Flexibility can be provided or part time candidates are also of interest, as the right support systems can be provided around this if you have solid relevant experience in this area. If you're looking at a return to NZ in 2024, then enquire now. Top remuneration and benefits are on offer for the right person. For a confidential chat, contact Anand Ranchhod on 027 2746 186 or send your CV and academic record to anand@colegal.co.nz.All applications are treated with the strictest of confidence.
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Auckland
Commercial Property Lawyer | 2-5 years PQE
About the firm:An opportunity has come up at a highly-regarded full service firm based in Auckland CBD. They are looking for a bright commercial property lawyer who is interested in working with a partner and solicitors as part of a growing team. Day-to-day, you would see yourself dealing with complex commercial property transactions such as working on subdivisions, commercial leasing agreements, large-scale developments and unit title work as well as assisting on company structuring matters, financing arrangements and related contracts. The firm has a friendly atmosphere, a social environment and has a diverse clientele to provide variety and a mix of larger transactions to smaller matters. They have a good structure that promotes internal career development, and you would have the chance to be mentored by an experienced Partner. About you: The ideal person will have 2+ years PQE with some experience in commercial property law, someone that is ambitious, keen to learn and has good attention to detail.You may be working in a general practice legal firm where your work has a property focus, and you're looking to step up your skills and experience in a larger team. Likewise, if you're looking for more variety in property work or better involvement when working on large projects, get in touch with us. For a confidential chat, contact Anand on 027 2746 186 or by sending your CV and academic transcript to anand@colegal.co.nz or by clicking on 'APPLY' now.
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Auckland
Construction & Major Projects Lawyer | 3+ years PQE
Our client has a well-established national practice that does a mixture of commercial contracting work for major projects as well as resolving construction issues. They have room to hire an intermediate to senior level lawyer that would be keen to utilise their commercial legal experience in the area of construction contracts, funding agreements, large-scale infrastructure projects, procurement agreements, consultancy agreements, joint venture arrangements and helping negotiate great outcomes for its clients. The team is led by a partner that is an expert in the field and you'd work with clients that range from blue chip investors, leading corporate clients and energy companies, to name a few. The team operate with a flat structure, so you'd get client contact early on and solid hands on responsibility and mentorship.About you: 3/4+ years solid PQE in commercial legal work and with some exposure to construction and infrastructure related matters (those that have gained relevant in-house experience); This role can be based in Auckland and consider a hybrid working model (or 4 days per week for the right person); Commercial awareness and the ability to advise strategically; Experience gained in a reputable firm and/or organisation; and NZ qualified lawyer. You may have reached a bottleneck in terms of progression or are looking for greater mentorship. Otherwise, you may be someone returning from overseas having gained major projects and construction experience, looking for a team that does quality work upon your return. Enquire now to find out more about this unique opportunity. For further information, contact Anand Ranchhod on 027 2746 186 or email anand@colegal.co.nz or click 'APPLY' now to send your CV and academics.
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Auckland
Civil & Insurance Litigation Lawyer | Intermediate
The FirmAn opportunity has arisen for an intermediate-level lawyer to join our client’s civil and insurance litigation team. Based in the CBD, with modern offices, this is a chance to hone your civil litigation skills in a specialist area where you will work for some of the leading insurance companies in NZ, its brokers and agents - learning from industry experts. You will be part of a team based atmosphere, that operates in a collaborative manner and without hierarchies so that you can get involved in files end to end early on.The RoleThe work will involve contentious civil and insurance claims relating to statutory liability claims, professional indemnity claims (e.g. claims against lawyers, accountants etc), professional negligence, and construction-related insurance claims, statutory liability claims (e.g. Health and Safety) and general insurance. If employment law is an area of interest, you will also have the option to have exposure to employment law disputes too. You'll be involved in research, drafting work, and attending negotiation and settlement conferences. About you 2-6 years PQE gained in civil and/or insurance litigation from a well-regarded legal practice in NZ. If you have a general litigation background, that will be of interest also; An interest in insurance law, with the ability to apply sound litigation principles to different types of claims; An analytical mind with good drafting skills; An understanding of High Court rules and an interest in applying negotiation skills. Perhaps you have gained solid civil litigation experience and would like to specialise in insurance law which is dynamic in the sense that every fact based scenario is unique. Or maybe you would like to move into a non-hierarchical environment where you have more involvement in files end-to-end. Either way, get in touch with us to find out more about this opportunity. For a confidential discussion, contact Anand Ranchhod on 027 2746 186 or email your CV and academic transcript or apply by clicking 'APPLY' now or email to anand@colegal.co.nz.
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