Office Manager / Executive Assistant

The firm

Dyhrberg Drayton Employment Law is a boutique employment law firm based in Wellington CBD.

We provide strategic legal advice and skilled representation to our clients, acting as trusted advisors for a range of public and private sector organisations and individual employees. The firm is on the All of Government panel for legal service providers and undertakes a significant amount of pro bono work for charitable clients.

We have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional Office Manager / Executive Assistant to join our busy team of lawyers in an exciting and varied role.

The firm offers:

• Positive work/life balance
• Flexible working and working from home (one day per week)
• Health and wellness benefits including sick leave from the commencement of employment
• TOIL (time off in lieu)

We provide professional development opportunities for all staff and have a great team culture.

The role

The role reports directly to the partners and is critical to the successful operation of the firm. We are looking for a team player who will run the firm’s office and provide support to the partners, lawyers and clients.

As the point of contact for clients, suppliers and stakeholders you will have a proactive approach and strong interpersonal skills.

Day-to-day you will manage administrative tasks, oversee office operations and systems and maintain client files, precedents and templates.

The successful candidate will have the following attributes and skills:

• A self-starter with proven initiative and the ability to take control of a busy workload
• Ideally previous experience as an Office Manager or Executive Assistant
• Experience with billing and supplier payments (Xero experience preferred but not essential)
• Excellent administration and computer skills including familiarity with SharePoint and Microsoft programmes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and discretion when handling confidential matters
• You will have a commitment to continuing development of cultural competence

Experience in a law firm is preferred, but not essential for the right candidate.

Apply

If you would like to apply for this position please select APPLY or please provide a full CV and a covering letter by 25 September 2026 to [email protected] and [email protected].

All applications will be kept in strict confidence. Please note, while applications close 25 September 2026, we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date.

Please apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position!