Senior Solicitor

Fluid Recruitment Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Solicitor for a 12-month contract in Auckland. This role involves providing strategic legal advice across various domains, including property and commercial law, while working closely with internal stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have 3-7 years of PQE and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years PQE in property, commercial, or contract law.
• Eligibility to hold a current New Zealand practising certificate.
• Experience in providing strategic legal advice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clear, practical legal advice across multiple areas.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a range of legal agreements.
• Support the property team with land acquisition and disposal processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Law degree

Job description

About the role:

Join a collaborative and forward-thinking team as a Senior Solicitor on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Based in Newmarket, this role offers flexibility with part-time or full-time options available.

Reporting to the General Counsel, you'll provide strategic legal advice across a diverse range of matters including property, commercial, employment, construction, and health & safety law. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated solicitor looking to apply their expertise in a dynamic, project-driven environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver clear, practical legal advice across multiple areas
• Draft, review, and negotiate a range of legal agreements
• Support the property team with land acquisition and disposal processes
• Ensure company policies and governance frameworks remain compliant and up to date
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to manage risk and contribute to project success

About you:

• 3-7 years PQE, with experience in property, commercial, or contract law
• A law degree and eligibility to hold a current New Zealand practising certificate
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail
• Confident in providing strategic legal advice and navigating complex issues
• A collaborative mindset and excellent interpersonal skills

This is a unique opportunity to be part of something meaningful and contribute to a transformative project for Auckland. If you're looking for variety, challenge, and the chance to work with a respected in-house legal team - we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply:

If this is a role that sounds of interest to you, and you want to learn more feel free to reach out for a discussion on a fully confidential basis.

Holly Clark

P: 0212299634

E: [e-mail]

www.fluidrecruitment.co.nz