Senior Corporate & M&A Leader — Path to Partnership

Fluid Recruitment; Wellington; On-site; NZD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluid Recruitment is assisting a mid-sized specialist firm in Wellington CBD to find a Senior Associate / Special Counsel with a strong transactional practice, including significant M&A work. The role offers autonomy, leadership of junior lawyers, and a clear pathway toward Partnership.

Ideal candidates are senior and capable of immediate contribution, with a broad corporate and commercial background and a proven track record in managing complex client relationships.

Qualifications

• Senior-level M&A and corporate/commercial experience.
• Ability to own complex matters and client relationships.
• Interest in mentoring junior lawyers and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Work across corporate and commercial matters with a strong focus on M&A.
• Lead and develop junior lawyers within the practice.
• Manage client relationships and drive high-quality work.
• Contribute to a pathway toward Partnership and firm growth.

Skills

M&A

Corporate law

Leadership

Client management

Strategic thinking

Job description

Fluid Recruitment is assisting a mid-sized specialist firm in Wellington CBD to find a Senior Associate / Special Counsel with a strong transactional practice, including significant M&A work. The role offers autonomy, leadership of junior lawyers, and a clear pathway toward Partnership.

Ideal candidates are senior and capable of immediate contribution, with a broad corporate and commercial background and a proven track record in managing complex client relationships.