A great opportunity to join a national law firm opening a brand new office in Christchurch!

About the Company:
A really unique opportunity has come up for an Employment Solicitor to join a team of employment law specialists who are opening a new office in the South Island! This boutique firm offers you the chance to immerse yourself in the world of employment law within a practice that offers great flexibility and work/life balance.


What you'll do:
We are looking for someone with 2+ years experience in employment law to join this firm’s brand new Christchurch office. Be part of creating the culture as you work alongside a Senior Associate to start building your brand in the South Island with the leverage of a team behind you based across the North Island.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include a variety of employment law issues, including leading cases, representing clients, staying informed about legislative changes, fostering relationships, providing strategic counsel, and collaborating effectively with the team.

• Take the initiative on employment law cases, focusing on achieving effective outcomes for clients.
• Advocate for clients in negotiations, mediations, and proceedings before the Employment Relations Authority and Employment Court.
• Stay up-to-date with legislative changes and industry trends to maintain service excellence.
• Deliver high-quality legal advice, conduct thorough research, and draft essential documents for both contentious and non-contentious employment issues.
• Work closely with the team to support clients and contribute to the firm’s growth and success.

We are looking for someone who is admitted to the bar in New Zealand, who has worked in the area of Employment Law within New Zealand, and who has a comprehensive understanding of New Zealand’s employment legislation.


What sets this company apart:
Training and development is provided to help you progress your legal career and we are looking for someone ambitious who wants to progress! A competitive market salary is on offer as well as a very flexible approach to work (working from home and flexible hours available). Partners share the files and the team work collaboratively across the country, so you’ll get the opportunity to work on cases across different regions and have the support of all members of the team.


What's next:
If you're interested in this role, please apply with your CV. If you'd like to have a confidential chat to find out more, please contact Liz Sloan on 027 233 4733 or liz.sloan@robertwalters.co.nz




Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Liz Sloan on 64 3 363 5020.