Senior Solicitor

Tyler Wren; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Job summary

Tyler Wren is sourcing NZ-qualified lawyers with 2+ years PQE for roles across Australia’s major markets. This opportunity targets those ready to deepen technical expertise, handle higher-value matters, and join larger teams.

Relocation support is commonly available, with remuneration above NZ equivalents and clear progression pathways toward senior associate levels within top-tier or mid-market firms. Work locations include Sydney and other major cities.

Qualifications

• NZ-qualified lawyer with 2+ years PQE.
• Private practice experience essential.
• Strong technical ability with sound commercial judgement.
• Motivated to progress within a larger legal market.

Skills

Cross-border work

Commercial awareness

Legal drafting

Client management

Education

NZ Qualified Lawyer

Job description

The Opportunity

Australia’s legal market continues to present strong opportunities for New Zealand-qualified lawyers seeking to step into larger, more complex, and better remunerated roles.

Tyler Wren partners with leading firms across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth. These include top-tier, international, mid-tier and specialist boutique practices actively hiring across multiple practice groups.

We are currently working on a range of opportunities for lawyers with 2+ years PQE who are ready to build depth in their technical expertise, gain exposure to higher-value matters, and progress within larger legal teams.

In-Demand Practice Areas include

• Corporate and Commercial
• Banking and Finance
• Litigation and Insolvency
• Construction and Infrastructure
• Employment
• Property and Projects

What You Will Gain

You will work on higher-value, more sophisticated matters, often involving cross-border or multi-party complexity. Many of our clients offer structured progression frameworks, high-performing teams, and clear pathways through to senior associate level and beyond.

Why Australia

• Australia offers a clear step change in both remuneration and career trajectory.
• Salaries typically sit 15% to 25% above New Zealand equivalents
• 12% superannuation paid on top of base salary
• Relocation support is commonly available, depending on the firm and level
• Exposure to larger, more complex and cross-border work
• Strong long-term progression pathways across most firms

About You

• New Zealand qualified lawyer with 2+ years PQE
• Private practice experience essential
• Strong technical ability with sound commercial judgement
• Motivated to progress within a larger legal market