Banking & Finance Lawyers

International; Colchester; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious New Zealand law firm is seeking junior to mid-level finance lawyers to join their reputable team. The ideal candidates should be admitted in NZ, Australia, the UK, or South Africa, with a strong focus on banking and finance law. Successful applicants will enjoy high-quality experience and be supported with relocation costs to Auckland, a lively and scenic city.

Benefits

Visa and relocation assistance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Be admitted in New Zealand, Australia, UK or South Africa.
• NQ lawyers should have finance rotation if completing two years of training.
• Two years' post-admission experience required for those qualifying without a two-year training contract.

Responsibilities

• Work with a market-leading banking and finance law team.
• Provide support in high-value banking and finance matters.
• Engage in professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Skills

Banking Law

Finance Law

Project Finance

Education

Admitted in New Zealand, Australia, UK or South Africa

Two-years trainee with one rotation in finance

Two years post-admission experience

Job description

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• Experience Level NQ - 1 YRS PQE2- 5 YRS PQE6 - 8 YRS PQE
• Practice Area Banking & Finance

Job Description

This top-tier New Zealand law firm has several vacancies for junior to mid-level finance lawyers with expertise in general banking and finance law or project finance law.

The roles will suit returning NZ lawyers or UK/Commonwealth qualified lawyers who are keen to gain high-quality experience with a market leading team whilst enjoying life in one of the world’s most attractive locations. The firm can assist with visas and relocation costs.

To be considered you will need to meet the following requirements:

• Be admitted in New Zealand, Australia, UK or South Africa;
• NQ lawyers who have completed two-years as a trainee should have at least one rotation/seat in finance;
• Lawyers qualified in a jurisdiction without a two-year training contract should have a minimum of two years’ post-admission experience;
• Experience of working on high-value banking and finance or project finance matters with a respected commercial law firm;
• Be committed to relocating and spending at least two years in Auckland if successful.

Joining a team with an outstanding reputation you will work with some of the leading lawyers in the country, many of whom have worked internationally. Experience gained here will provide an excellent platform for your future career whether you remain in New Zealand, return home or indeed move on to another international location.