Real Estate - Associate/Senior Associate 5+PQE

Dentons; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Auckland is seeking a talented solicitor to join their Real Estate team. The role requires 5+ years of experience in real estate law and offers exposure to high-value property transactions. The firm values collaboration, innovation, and provides numerous benefits such as paid holidays and a wellness program.

Benefits

Additional paid holiday during Summer Shutdown

Wellness program

Lifestyle leave

Top up payments during parental leave

Volunteer leave

Free in-house legal advice

Various social events

Qualifications

• 5+ years of PQE in real estate law.
• Experience in acquisitions and disposals.
• Experience with commercial leasing transactions.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex property transactions.
• Involve in development projects and leasing arrangements.
• Engage with clients including investors and corporations.

Skills

Real estate law experience

Excellent drafting skills

Collaborative mindset

Attention to detail

Job description

About this role

Dentons is seeking a talented and driven solicitor with 5+ years of PQE to join our Auckland-based Real Estate team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside some of New Zealand’s leading property law practitioners.

You will be part of a team that advises on complex and high-value property transactions, development projects and leasing arrangements. Our clients include global and domestic investors, developers, corporates, government entities and businesses with extensive real estate portfolios. You will also gain exposure to a wide range of matters including acquisitions and disposals, commercial leasing, public works and developments.

Read more about the real estate team at Dentons.

About you

You are a proactive and commercially-minded solicitor with a passion for commercial real estate law and a commitment to excellence. You thrive in a team environment and are eager to contribute to a practice that values collaboration, innovation and outstanding client service.

You will likely have experience or interest in:

• 5+ years’ PQE in real estate law
• Experience in acquisitions, disposals and due diligence
• Experience with commercial leasing transactions
• Excellent drafting and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and a drive to succeed
• A collaborative mindset and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Exposure to property development, public works and/or unit titles is advantageous but not essential

What Dentons Offer

Dentons is an inclusive people-focused firm, committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for clients. You will benefit from meaningful client engagement, expert guidance, and exposure to high-quality work that will enhance both your technical capabilities and commercial acumen.

As a future-focused firm, our commitment to innovation and excellence extends to our people. We offer a supportive environment, top-tier work, and a collaborative culture that values growth and wellbeing.

Dentons offer a competitive remuneration package along with benefits that will make a positive difference to your work\/life balance such as:

• An additional paid holiday during the Summer Shutdown
• A dedicated wellness program, including an annual Wellness allowance
• Lifestyle leave
• Top up payments during parental leave up to 26 weeks or 5 weeks for non-primary caregiver
• Volunteer leave
• Access to free in-house legal advice
• Various social events, and more!

Apply Now

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter. For a confidential discussion about the role, to explore flexible work options, or to request a copy of the position description, contact Pip Kistler at [e-mail] or call [phone].