Property & Projects, Senior Solicitor

Property and Projects, Senior Solicitor

Hours: Full-Time   

Location: Queenstown or Wanaka   

PQE: 3-5 years PQE

We are looking for an experienced intermediate solicitor to join our growing property and projects team as a Senior Solicitor. 

About the role

You will be involved in all aspects of the firm’s property and projects practice, including working on property development structuring and titling, complex property sales and acquisitions, leasing, commercial contract drafting and construction contracts.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a dynamic and forward-thinking team. You will receive the benefit of working in a supportive environment with supervision from our highly experienced property and projects Partners and Senior Associates.

We encourage our solicitors to have regular client contact, and the role offers great opportunities for long-term career development. 

What we are looking for in a candidate

• A New Zealand admitted solicitor with 3-5 years PQE with strong technical property law knowledge and skills.
• Experience in construction law and/or commercial/corporate law would be a bonus but is not necessary.
• Strong commercial acumen and a good understanding of LINZ subdivision requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the strength or potential to build on existing client relationships and to develop your own referral network.
• Someone who can work independently to deliver results and who also enjoys working closely with others as part of a supportive team.
• Someone with a confident, proactive, and enthusiastic approach to their work and a genuine continued interest in developing their practice.

Why work with us

TODD & WALKER Law is one of Queenstown Lakes leading all-service law firms. With offices in Queenstown and Wanaka, we have been recognised as being one of New Zealand's fastest-emerging legal firms.

We are a firm that takes on the large law jobs whilst retaining our small firm culture. Our purpose is to simplify the complicated for our clients, and we pride ourselves on having a reputation for understanding our clients and their goals to deliver astute legal advice.

We place people as one of our core values and we work hard to provide a great outcome for our clients as well as an inclusive and supportive place to work for our team.  

What we can offer you

You will get the opportunity to:

• Work as a valued part of a supportive team.
• Receive above-market remuneration and inclusion in our employee benefits scheme.
• Work in a firm that places a focus on the continuing professional and personal development of its people.
• Flexibility to work from our Queenstown or Wanaka offices.
• Join a workplace with a fantastic workplace culture for enjoying what we do.

At TODD & WALKER Law, our staff are important to us. We are known as fantastic employers who support and nurture our staff. Please apply directly, with a detailed cover letter and resume, to our Office Manager, Louise Gill at [email protected], or contact 03 441 2743 for a confidential discussion with one of our Property and Projects Partners.