Legal Counsel (Part Time)

Robert Walters New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected legal firm in Auckland is seeking a Part-Time Legal Counsel to enhance their legal operations. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience and be admitted as a barrister or solicitor in New Zealand. This role focuses on drafting contracts, providing legal advice, and identifying risks, all while fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture. Apply urgently to be considered for this unique opportunity.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Focus on work-life balance

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• 3-6 years post-qualification experience (PQE) in commercial or consumer law.
• Mediation experience is highly valued but not required.
• Experience in process improvement projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement legal processes to streamline operations.
• Provide timely legal advice on New Zealand consumer law matters.
• Identify legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.

Skills

Drafting skills

Negotiation abilities

Legal risk identification

Autonomy

Collaboration

Education

Admitted as a barrister or solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand

Tools

Legal technology platforms

Job description

An exciting opportunity not often seen in the market has arisen for a talented Part-Time Legal Counsel to join a respected organisation New Zealand business in Auckland, supporting the Head of Legal. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, values flexibility, and wants to make a meaningful impact on business operations. You will play a pivotal part in building and scaling the legal function, developing systems that enable efficient processes, proactive risk management, and timely, commercially sound advice.

What you'll do:

• Design and implement robust legal processes, workflows, and templates to streamline operations and ensure consistency across all business units.
• Develop and maintain an effective legal matter management system that supports knowledge sharing through contract repositories, FAQs, and playbooks.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts while supporting contract lifecycle management and approvals for diverse business needs.
• Provide timely legal advice on consumer law matters including CGA, FTA, privacy issues, advertising regulations, and compliance requirements relevant to New Zealand legislation.
• Identify potential legal risks within business initiatives or ongoing operations and proactively develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Assist in developing, updating, and communicating internal policies while supporting governance initiatives such as board reporting and director training.

What you bring:

• 3-6 years post-qualification experience (PQE) in commercial or consumer law obtained in-house or in private practice;
• Admitted as a barrister or solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand;
• Demonstrate excellent drafting skills alongside proven negotiation abilities;
• Mediation experience is highly valued but not required;
• Showcase both autonomy in managing tasks independently as well as a willingness to collaborate closely within cross-functional teams under time-sensitive conditions;
• Experience using legal technology platforms or participating in process improvement projects is advantageous for driving operational efficiencies within the department.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out due to its unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional experiences—not just for customers but also for employees who are integral to its success story. With a clear vision centred around passion for excellence and building lasting partnerships, it offers an inclusive workplace where every voice is valued. The culture here emphasises teamwork over hierarchy; everyone collaborates towards common goals supported by knowledgeable leaders who prioritise wellbeing alongside achievement. Whether you are seeking meaningful work-life balance or eager to expand your skill set within a supportive network of professionals committed to ethical practices—this is an environment where your contributions truly matter.

What's next:

We are looking to fill tis role urgently and will be finalising our shortlist shortly. Opportunities like this are rare and we would recommend applying as soon as possible.

If you have any questions about the role, please feel free to contact Suanne Briggs at [e-mail].

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence in this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Suanne Briggs on [phone].