Professional Support Lawyer

Robert Walters New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Auckland CBD is seeking a Professional Support Lawyer to drive knowledge sharing and support legal colleagues with comprehensive research and development activities. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, a law degree, and strong communication skills. This role emphasizes collaboration and offers flexible working arrangements within a diverse environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing training opportunities

Generous pension contributions

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience in private practice.
• Experience in knowledge sharing and training initiatives.
• Ability to prepare high-quality legal articles and submissions.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal research support.
• Prepare and edit legal articles and thought leadership content.
• Collaborate on knowledge sharing projects and training sessions.

Skills

Advanced research skills

Strong written communication

Ability to distill complex legal concepts

Education

Law degree with current practising certificate

Job description

Overview

A leading law firm with a national presence is seeking a Professional Support Lawyer to join their Auckland CBD office. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced legal professional (6+ years PQE) who thrives on sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues, and driving excellence in legal practice. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping the firm\'s learning culture, ensuring that lawyers and staff are equipped with the latest insights, resources, and best practices.

What you\'ll do

• Provide comprehensive legal research support to various practice groups.
• Prepare, edit, and review high-quality legal articles, submissions, and thought leadership content that enhances the firm’s reputation within the profession.
• Develop and maintain robust precedents, best practice documents, and knowledge databases.
• Design engaging learning and development programmes.
• Support career development initiatives such as internships and student programmes.
• Collaborate closely with partners and staff on knowledge sharing projects, training sessions, and client development activities.
• Monitor changes in legislation and case law.
• Facilitate workshops and seminars that encourage open discussion of new legal developments or practice improvements.

What you bring

• Hold a law degree with a current practising certificate recognised in New Zealand.
• Possess at least 5 years’ post-qualification experience within private practice environments.
• Exhibit advanced research skills coupled with the ability to distil complex legal concepts into clear communications suitable for diverse audiences.
• Showcase strong written communication abilities through authorship or editing of articles, submissions, or similar materials intended for publication or internal use.
• Experience supporting career development initiatives such as mentoring interns would be advantageous.

What sets this company apart

This organisation stands out as one of New Zealand’s most respected law firms due to its unwavering commitment to collaboration, diversity, and social responsibility. With offices strategically located across major cities—including Auckland CBD—the firm offers employees unparalleled access to collective expertise while fostering close connections with local communities. Team members are celebrated for their individuality; fresh perspectives are actively sought out because they drive better solutions for clients. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements; ongoing training opportunities; generous pension contributions and more.

What\'s next

If you are passionate about empowering others through knowledge sharing and want to make a meaningful contribution within an inclusive legal environment, this could be your next career move.

Apply today by clicking on the link provided. Any questions about the role, please feel free to reach out to 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].

About the job

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Legal

Focus: Other

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Auckland CBD

Job Reference: 4I2Y0F-09ACEAB3

Date posted: 2025-09-25

Consultant: Suanne Briggs