Solicitor - Environment and Planning

Anthony Harper; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Anthony Harper in Auckland is seeking a Solicitor to join our Environment and Planning practice. With 1–3 years' experience, you will work on resource management, environmental and planning matters, gaining hands-on experience and building client relationships.

You will contribute to the strategic growth of the practice, help develop the Tāmaki Makaurau market, and take on increasing responsibility as you progress in your career with us.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years' experience in resource management, environmental or planning law.
• Strong legal research, drafting and analytical skills.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow the Environment and Planning practice in Auckland.
• Take ownership of work and contribute to business development initiatives.
• Build client relationships and contribute to strategic growth of the practice.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Analytical skills

Client relationships

Job description

About the opportunity

We thrive on delivering innovative and creative legal solutions that challenge conventional thinking. With offices in Tāmaki Makaurau and Ōtautahi, we're known for partnering with clients to drive meaningful business outcomes while also ensuring that every person at our firm feels valued and supported to reach their potential.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Solicitor to join our growing Environment and Planning practice.

Working closely with Partner Nat Summerfield, you will have the opportunity to be part of developing and growing this practice in Tāmaki Makaurau, gaining hands‑on experience across a broad range of resource management, environmental and planning matters.

The work will be varied and interesting, with opportunities to develop your technical expertise, build client relationships and take on increasing responsibility.

Beyond the legal work, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the strategic growth of the practice, including building our profile in the Tāmaki Makaurau market, while developing your own networks and supporting business development initiatives.

About you

We are looking for someone with 1–3 years' experience who has either:

• Experience in resource management, environmental or planning law; or
• A background in property and a strong interest in developing a specialist career in resource management, environment and planning.

You will have strong legal research, drafting and analytical skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to build positive working relationships with clients and colleagues.

We are looking for someone who is proactive, curious and enthusiastic about developing their expertise in this area. You will enjoy taking ownership of your work, building relationships and contributing to the development of a growing practice.

Shape your career at Anthony Harper

At Anthony Harper, you’ll be part of a team that values collaboration and innovation, where our open-door policy means your ideas and feedback matter. You'll engage in diverse, challenging work with hands‑on training and learning to drive your career forward. With flexible work options, a strong focus on wellbeing and opportunities to have a positive impact on our communities, we foster an environment where you can thrive. This is more than just a job – it’s your opportunity to grow, contribute and make a difference.