Russell McVeagh is New Zealand's premier law firm committed to operating at the cutting edge of legal practice. Our award-winning team of lawyers are internationally recognised for their thought leadership, depth of experience and ability to translate complex legal issues into client success stories. We have established offices in Auckland | Tāmaki Makaurau and Wellington | Te Whanganui-a-Tara, and are opening a new office in Queenstown | Tāhuna.
Our values of Respect | Manaaki, Curiosity | Māhirahira, Excellence | Whai hiranga and Tenacity | Whakapau kaha reflect who we are and how we work together.
About the role
If you are looking for an opportunity to progress your legal career in a leading commercial law firm with first-class training – we have an excellent opportunity for you! We are looking for a solicitor to join our office being established in Queenstown. You will get exposure to some of the most interesting and complex work in Aotearoa and will have the opportunity to learn from our industry leading team of lawyers.
About you
If you are looking for an opportunity to work within a supportive, ambitious, growing and energetic team and would like to join an award-winning full-service firm, we would like to hear from you.
The successful candidate will have:
1-2 years' legal experience
A strong academic record
Drive, ambition and a positive attitude
Excellent research, verbal and written communication skills.
Benefits
Some of our employee benefits include:
Competitive remuneration package
Support, coaching and considered training and development programmes
Annual wellness subsidy
How to apply
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter.
We believe in enabling a supportive and inclusive workplace for everyone. Please check our website for further information about Russell McVeagh's diversity and inclusion vision and commitment.
Our firm is invested in achieving transformational change and having a positive impact – our 2023 Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) Report captures our firm's progress on our commitment to helping to shape a sustainable and thriving Aotearoa New Zealand. You can read our 2023 report, 'Our Contribution to Aotearoa New Zealand | Tō tatou ki Aotearoa' on our website.
