Property & Construction Solicitor / Senior Solicitor

Chapman Tripp; Wellington; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive salary and benefits package

Healthcare

Annual wellbeing allowance

Ongoing learning and development

Team events

Job summary

A leading law firm in Wellington is seeking a Property & Construction Solicitor with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience. This role involves advising on a range of property law issues, collaborating closely with clients and working within a supportive team environment. The firm offers a diverse and rewarding caseload, as well as a flexible working style and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare. If you're a motivated individual looking for career development, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Solicitor with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience in commercial property is required.
• Strong communication and collaboration capabilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Confident, savvy and natural networker

Responsibilities

• Advise on all aspects of property law, including development and leasing.
• Engage directly with clients and work collaboratively.
• Provide legal support to public sector and corporate clients.

Skills

3+ years PQE

Commercial property exposure

Strong communication skills

Client focused

Natural networker

Job description

Property & Construction Solicitor / Senior Solicitor

• Public sector and large corporate client exposure
• Advising in all aspects of property law, including development, acquisitions, disposals, syndications, procurement, leasing and infrastructure
• Varied and interesting work with key clients

The role is part of a highly successful national Property, Construction & Major Projects team and is supervised by leading Partner, Greg Wise. The team works with key government departments on development, leasing and construction programmes, as well as a diverse portfolio of corporate clients including utilities and telco brands. This is a diverse and rewarding role and will suit a motivated self-starter, who enjoys collaboration and engaging directly with clients.

If you are a talented solicitor with 3+ years PQE, wanting a step up or a new challenge, we think we have the best team, work, culture and opportunity to develop your career.

Relevant Skills and Experience:

• 3+ years PQE
• Commercial property exposure required
• Commercially astute and client focused
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Confident, savvy and natural networker

Working with Chapman Tripp:

• Top-tier clients and work
• Flexible working style and supportive leadership
• Inclusive culture and team
• Ongoing learning and development
• Comprehensive salary and benefits package including healthcare and annual wellbeing allowance
• Groups and activities to suit your interests: sports, arts & culture, regular team and firm events for connection

We are a collaborative workplace of smart, passionate and hardworking people, united by a commitment to excellence. Work for Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest legal partnership and enjoy a firm which has the resources and structures in place for you to do your best work; as well as people who are caring, inclusive and authentic.