Senior Solicitor - Associate | Litigation

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

Job summary

Fluid Recruitment is partnering with a well-regarded specialist law firm in Wellington to recruit a Senior Solicitor or Associate to its litigation team. You will handle a mix of general and civil litigation, commercial disputes and construction matters, with scope to take responsibility for substantial files from the outset.

You'll work autonomously yet benefit from mentoring and a clear progression path as you deepen your technical skills and your client-facing experience, with opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 4 years' PQE in litigation.
• Broad civil and commercial litigation background or construction litigation focus.
• Ability to work autonomously with mentorship support.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage substantial litigation files with ownership.
• Work across complex matters and advise clients.
• Collaborate with a team while maintaining independence.

Skills

Litigation

4+ PQE

Job description

The opportunity

A well-regarded specialist law firm is looking to add a Senior Solicitor or Associate to its litigation team.

This is an opportunity for a lawyer who enjoys getting stuck into complex, interesting work and wants to work across a range of litigation matters. You'll have exposure to general and civil litigation, commercial disputes and construction litigation, with the opportunity to take responsibility for substantial and interesting files from the beginning.

The firm has a strong reputation in its specialist areas and acts for a range of established clients across challenging and often high-value matters. The work is varied and technical, so this role will suit someone who enjoys getting into the detail and working through complex issues.

You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work, work directly with clients and build your experience across a range of litigation matters, while being supported by experienced practitioners around you.

About you

We're looking for a lawyer with at least 4 years' PQE and solid litigation experience.

You might have a broad civil and commercial litigation background, or have particular experience in construction litigation alongside wider litigation work. What matters most is that you enjoy complex work and are looking for a role where you can continue to build your technical skills and take on greater responsibility.

You'll be comfortable working autonomously and taking ownership of your files, while also valuing being part of a team that balances independence with support and mentorship.

Development is a key focus for this position, with a clear progression pathway and opportunities to continue building your skills and experience as you move through the next stage of your career.

If you're a 4+ PQE litigator looking for a role where you can work on substantial matters, take on responsibility and continue developing your career, I'd be keen to hear from you.