Regulatory & Public Lawyer | Senior Solicitor or SA level

Job description

The Firm & Opportunity 

Step into a practice where you can fast track your career within a specialist Public Law & Regulatory team. As a firm recognised for its natural affinity for success in both its people and practice, this is an opportunity to build on your exposure in a high-performing team. This role will see you advising central government, SOE's, corporates and regulatory bodies and gaining an understanding of the inner workings of government departments and the clients that you represent. You'd have exposure to working with clients in various industry sectors such as tech, FMCG, trade and transport sector.

The work will range from providing regulatory advice, investigations and disputes for clients that operate in heavily regulated industries. You'll have the chance to learn from an exceptional partner and seniors that do great work in this space. 

The Culture 

With a modern working style, the firm operates collaboratively as a team with scope for flexibility. At this level, you'll have the opportunity to take file ownership and responsibility with partner support and have hands on client exposure. As a firm that breeds success, they are dedicated to providing ongoing training that supports your progression and development within the firm. 

About you:
  • 5+ years PQE with experience gained in commercial Law, a regulatory or public law/litigation role – whether in a law firm, government or crown owned entity;
  • An interest in learning and applying your knowledge and skillset within Public Law context;
  • NZ qualified; and
  • Good academics (B average or higher in your degree LLB is a must). A degree in politics or economics would be a bonus. 
You may be looking to take a step out of the internal government or regulatory space and into a role where there is room for you to learn and progress within a leading specialist team; likewise you could be a litigator working in the regulatory, public or consumer law space and work with a team that gets top work. 

For a confidential discussion about the position, contact Anand on 027 2746 186 or email your CV and academic transcript by clicking 'APPLY' now or email to anand@colegal.co.nz.