The Role
An opportunity has come up for an experienced Employment Lawyer to join a well-regarded employment team working with a broad range of employer clients across New Zealand and internationally. You will work closely with Directors and senior lawyers on high-quality, practical employment law matters, including:

• Advising employers on day-to-day employment queries
• Managing employment disputes and grievances
• Holidays Act and parental leave advice
• Health & Safety issues
• Drafting and reviewing employment agreements and workplace policies
• Advising a diverse client base including national brands, SMEs, not-for-profits, councils, and privately owned businesses

About You
We are looking for someone with 3+ years PQE who is confident advising clients independently and who takes a commercial and pragmatic approach to their work. This is a solutions-focused role suited to someone who enjoys providing clear, common-sense advice and delivering great outcomes for their clients. 


Benefits:
This firm is known for being genuinely flexible while still delivering excellent client outcomes. They offer:

• Flexible working hours and occasional work-from-home options
• Realistic billable hours which allow good work / life balance
• Close access to Directors and mentoring
• A great spot close to shops and cafes in the CBD
• Supportive, down-to-earth team 

This is a permanent opportunity and we are open to seeing candidates with both full time and part-time availability. 


For a confidential chat about this role, please contact Liz Sloan at CoLegal Recruitment – liz@colegal.co.nz or 027 211 6718.
  
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