Senior Solicitor: Autonomy, Direct Client Work

Archway Recruitment; Wellington; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Archway Recruitment in Wellington seeks a Senior Solicitor or Associate to join a growing regional law practice, offering autonomy and varied work.

You will engage directly with clients, manage your own files with support, and handle property transactions, business and commercial matters, trusts and estates, and other private practice work.

Applicants should have 5+ years PQE, strong technical skills, and a client-focused approach to delivering practical legal solutions.

Qualifications

• Admitted lawyer with approximately 5+ years' PQE.
• Experience gained within a private practice environment.
• Strong technical legal skills across relevant practice areas.
• Ability to manage files independently and prioritise competing demands.
• Excellent communication, relationship management, and client engagement skills.
• Strong written, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Practical and solutions-focused approach to legal advice.
• Self-managing, efficient and adaptable, with a willingness to contribute across a varied practice.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client service and building lasting professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Direct client engagement and ownership of files.
• Provide clear, practical, and solutions-focused advice.
• Work across property transactions, business & commercial matters, trusts and estates.
• Support clients and contribute to the firm’s growth.

Skills

Client engagement

Time management

Communication

Education

Admitted lawyer

Job description

Archway Recruitment in Wellington seeks a Senior Solicitor or Associate to join a growing regional law practice, offering autonomy and varied work.

You will engage directly with clients, manage your own files with support, and handle property transactions, business and commercial matters, trusts and estates, and other private practice work.

Applicants should have 5+ years PQE, strong technical skills, and a client-focused approach to delivering practical legal solutions.