General Counsel

Artemis Executive Recruitment; George Town; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company seeks a Senior Lawyer to serve as General Counsel. Based in South Auckland, the role involves overseeing legal matters globally, managing risks, and providing strategic legal advice. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of PQE and experience in aviation or related sectors.

Qualifications

• Senior lawyer with at least 8 years PQE.
• Broad in-house legal experience managing commercial, legal, and regulatory risks.
• Aviation or asset management industries experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all legal matters globally for Salus Group.
• Partner with Executive Leadership Team to develop and implement strategy.
• Lead and advise on commercial contracts, legal compliance, risk management.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

Admitted to practice in New Zealand with current practising certificate

BMus LLB

BA LLB (Hons)

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About the role

Salus Group is a forward-thinking, rapidly growing organisation at the forefront of innovation. They are seeking an accomplished senior lawyer to join them as General Counsel.

Based at Ardmore Airport in South Auckland, you will oversee all legal matters globally for the Salus Group, managing legal, commercial, and regulatory risks while supporting the business’s growth strategies. As a trusted senior advisor and leader, you will work collaboratively with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders to review and negotiate contracts, oversee disputes, and implement risk mitigation strategies.

Your commitment to the provision of timely, pragmatic, high quality legal advice and commitment in ongoing business improvement will ensure you are a trusted member of this cohesive team as you anticipate legal risks and identify opportunities.
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Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Executive Leadership Team to develop and implement Salus Group’s strategy.
• Lead and advise on commercial contracts, legal compliance, risk management, and corporate governance.
• Manage the company’s insurance program, privacy compliance, and statutory obligations.
• Oversee the contract management system (Contract Eagle) and collaborate with external legal advisors.
• Provide expert legal advice to departments including People & Capability, Safety & Compliance.
• Design and implement business process improvements and efficiencies.

This is a full-time position with flexibility available.

What we’re looking for

• A senior lawyer with at least 8 years PQE, ideally including broad in-house legal experience managing commercial, legal, and regulatory risks
• Admitted to practice in New Zealand with a current practising certificate
• Proven ability to manage legal risk, negotiate contracts, and work with senior leadership teams
• Aviation, transport, logistics, or asset management industries experience preferred
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and offer strategic legal advice with strong business acumen
• Demonstrated skills in negotiation, communication, and relationship-building with internal and external stakeholders.

About the company

Salus is an industry leading helicopter and fixed wing aviation company. With multiple facilities across New Zealand, USA and South Africa they provide helicopter and fixed wing operators with trusted support and turnkey solutions.

Dedicated to living “Excellence at Altitude” in all they do, Salus is a values centric company and quite simply a great place to work! They continuously develop their people, expand their capability and support the aviation industry globally. Here is your chance to be part of a truly passionate team where Every Part Matters.

How do I apply?

Click on “Apply Now”. Alternatively, contact us directly and quote reference number 1590259.

Kathryn Cross BMus LLB
027 700 8049 | [e-mail]

Lara Gordon BA LLB (Hons)
027 349 6352 | [e-mail]

Artemis Executive Recruitment is committed to creating inclusive and respectful workplaces. We value diversity as a strength and welcome applicants that can help bring a difference to our client organisations.

At Artemis Executive Recruitment, we connect remarkable people with great places to work.

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