Intermediate Lawyer

About Us

We are a well-known award-winning law firm with offices in Te Kūiti and Hamilton, we have more than 100 years of successfully serving clients.  With a team of over 50 ‘good people, great lawyers’, we balance excellence in law with traditional values including te ao Māori and tikanga.   For the last three years we have been recognised as an Employer of Choice by NZ Lawyer and we were the winner of the 2022 mid-size firm of the year at the NZ Law Awards.  This is reflective of our values-driven culture, whānau first approach and a place where our team love to work.

We offer a comprehensive suite of legal services including commercial, property, Māori land, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, dispute resolution, workplace law, environmental/natural resources, family law and asset planning legal services.

Our purpose is to add value to our clients and their communities by enhancing the collective economic, social, cultural and environmental good.  Treating clients with compassion and respect, while delivering clear and easily understood legal advice, is paramount to us.

Our Values

We live and breathe our values.  They’re at the forefront of our decisions and everything we do.

• Manaakitanga.
• Kotahitanga.
• Whāia te iti kahurangi, our passion for excellence.

About the Role

We are seeking an intermediate lawyer to join our experienced and versatile team in our Te Kūiti office. This role would suit someone with general practice experience who is ready to take the next step in their career and is looking for an opportunity to develop their leadership skills and capability.

In this role, you will work across a varied range of client matters, build strong relationships with clients, and contribute to the continued success of our Te Kūiti team. You will be supported by experienced lawyers, while also being encouraged to take ownership of your work, grow your confidence, and play an active role in the local community.

We’re looking for someone with strong technical ability, a warm and easy-going approach, a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a collaborative mindset, underpinned by a genuine passion for excellence. This is a great opportunity for a lawyer who is looking for variety, responsibility and the chance to develop their leadership skills.

There are leadership opportunities in the future for the right person.

What We Offer

Our staff enjoy a whānau-first environment and can expect to be given regular feedback and development opportunities. The successful candidate will enjoy:

• A competitive salary, paid fortnightly;
• Career development opportunities and regular reviews;
• Support for your te ao Māori journey;
• A supportive, close-knit team who meet regularly and catch up for coffee often;
• The option to join our vibrant social club; and
• Regular wellbeing initiatives.

If you believe you align with our values and would like to be part of a great whānau and highly motivated team, we would love to hear from you. Please apply through Seek and be sure to include a cover letter and CV.