We are partnering with firms across various locations in Australia who are actively hiring for experienced NZ qualified lawyers, with the ability to offer a strong remuneration package, relocation allowances, quality work as well as career progression. While the London market seems to still be recovering, an alternative option could be Australia and means you don't need to requalify while still being able to exposure to international deals, cases and high value matters.

A few of the roles are:

Sydney

• Litigation Associate | 4+ years PQE | progressive specialist firm. 
• Litigation Senior Associate | Leading International Firm with global disputes | $210k+ 
• Structured Finance / Securitisation Associate | Senior Associate level in a leading international firm. Working with clients raising domestic & international credit & private capital | $185k+
• Family Law | 4+ years PQE | general practice firm | 2 days WFH | $165k+
• Construction Lawyer | 2–4 PQE, large firm | mostly litigation with some front-end | $105k–$140k

Melbourne

• Litigation | 4+ year's PQE | Large National Firm | $120k–$190k 
• Planning & Environment Associate or Senior Associate | Large National Firm | $135k+ 
• Financial Services Regulatory Senior Associate | Large National Firm | Insurance & wealth management experience required | $170k+ 

Brisbane

• Real Estate Senior Associate, 5–6 PQE | Leading International Firm | Million-dollar transactions | $185k+
• Construction Lawyer (litigation focus) | 2–4 PQE | large national firm | $105k–$140k

If these roles aren’t an exact fit but you’re open to exploring a move, get in touch to see how your experience could translate to the Australian market. The clients we work with can provide relocation support, helping you settle in smoothly for a fresh start in the new year.

For NZ qualified lawyers thinking ahead about moving overseas, now is a great time to explore your options and get a sense of market salaries for your background. Similarly, if you’re considering returning from the UK and weighing up opportunities in NZ vs Australia, we can provide insight into the differences between the legal markets in each jurisdiction.
  
For a confidential chat, contact Bob Kou on 027 274 5926 or Anand Ranchhod on 027 2746 186 or by sending your CV and academic transcript to bob@colegal.co.nz or by clicking on 'QUICK APPLY' now.