General Practice Solicitor

Tyler Wren; Wellington; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A suburban legal practice in Wellington is seeking a motivated solicitor with 2-4 years of PQE. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and a client-focused approach, thriving in a collaborative environment. This position offers exposure to various areas of law, supportive mentoring, and opportunities for career growth while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Mentoring and development

Meaningful client interaction

Work-life balance

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• 2 - 4 years' PQE in any core area of general practice.
• Sound grounding in law and willingness to expand into new areas.
• Strong interpersonal skills and client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with senior practitioners and gain exposure to various areas.
• Handle property, trusts, estates, and advisory matters.
• Build strong relationships with colleagues and clients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Client-focused approach

Team player

Proactive attitude

Job description

Are you looking for a role where you can grow your legal career without getting lost in a large corporate environment? This suburban practice is seeking a motivated solicitor with 2 - 4 years’ PQE who is eager to develop across a broad range of general practice matters.

This firm places enormous value on personality and cultural fit. They are a close-knit, down-to-earth team with a collaborative and genuinely supportive approach to legal practice. They are looking for someone who will positively contribute to the culture - someone who is personable, keen to learn, and enjoys working alongside others rather than in isolation.

About the role:

You will work closely with senior practitioners and gain exposure to a variety of areas, which may include:

• Property (residential and/or commercial)
• Trusts, estates, and asset planning
• Commercial and transactional work
• General client advisory matters
• Potential involvement in other areas depending on interest and firm needs

What they’re looking for:

• 2 - 4 years’ PQE in any core area of general practice
• Sound grounding in law with a willingness to expand into new practice areas
• Strong interpersonal skills and a client-focused approach
• A team player who values collaboration, open communication, and professionalism
• A positive, proactive attitude and a desire to build long-term relationships with colleagues and clients

Why this role?

• Friendly, approachable partners who are committed to mentoring and development
• Meaningful client interaction and the chance to build your own profile
• Supportive and stable environment with genuine work-life balance
• Opportunities to diversify, grow, and shape your career in a trusted suburban practice

If you’re looking to continue your legal development as part of a collaborative, genuine team where culture and support are at the forefront, this could be the ideal next step.

Please get in touch to hear more - Lisa Gray E: [e-mail] or T: 09 973 5470

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