We have deep experience recruiting professional staff for law firms right across the country. While our offices are based in Auckland, we work with clients on opportunities up and down New Zealand covering all major centres and regional areas. We are constantly expanding and maintaining our active and passive candidate networks to ensure we offer an accurate, efficient and timely response to our clients requirements.
The roles we recruit for and the practice areas we cover are as follows:
Solicitor
Senior Solicitor
Associate
Senior Associate
Special Counsel / Principal
Partner
Legal practice areas we have industry knowledge and opportunities in:
Property
General Practice
Commercial
Corporate / M&A
Construction
Intellectual property
Technology
Dispute Resolution / Litigation
Insurance
Resource Management
Tax
Trusts & Private Wealth planning
Competition Law
Public law
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Auckland
Commercial Property Lawyer
A well-established law firm is looking for a Property Solicitor to join their expanding team in Wellington. This is a fantastic opportunity if you’re coming from a general practice or a smaller firm and want to dive into more complex, large-scale projects with high-profile clients across New Zealand. This role spans all aspects of property law, giving you exposure to exciting work in property development, commercial leasing, acquisitions, disposals, and infrastructure projects. The Role: Work with a mix of government and corporate clients on significant, impactful projects. Tackle varied property matters, from commercial leasing and property development to acquisitions and infrastructure. Step into more challenging, complex transactions with the support of experienced mentors. Be part of a collaborative, high-performing team that values growth, mutual support, and hands-on learning. Why This Role? Competitive salary with a full benefits package, plus wellness perks to keep you at your best. Structured support for career development through ongoing training, mentoring, and regular feedback. Flexible work arrangements and a supportive policy for remote work and parental leave. Join a friendly, social workplace with opportunities to connect and unwind with your colleagues. About You: NZ qualified & admitted lawyer. 3+ years of experience in property law, with a solid foundation from a general practice or boutique firm. Strong communicator who is confident working with clients and has an eye for detail. Team player who can also work independently and handle a diverse workload. Ready to expand your skills, take on more responsibility, and grow your expertise with complex, career-advancing work. If you’re looking to broaden your experience and get involved in challenging projects that will push you to the next level, this role is the perfect chance to make that move. Join a team that’s committed to your success and offers the resources and mentorship you need to thrive. For a confidential chat, contact Jenny 027 874 0993 or send your CV and academic record to jenny@colegal.co.nz or by clicking on ‘APPLY’ now.
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Auckland
Employment lawyer | Senior Solicitor or Associate
The Firm: As a trusted national law firm, our client’s workload is consistently busy in the employment law space. They are now looking to hire an intermediate-level lawyer to join their firm and specialise in employment law. This is a firm with an established brand in the market and is led by an experienced partnership that cares about the development of their staff. If you want to be part of a progressive firm that has a collaborative approach and a supportive environment then this is an opportunity you don’t want to skip over. The Position: As an intermediate solicitor with employment experience, you will be dealing with employment-related matters, both contentious and non-contentious. Whether it be representing the employer or employee by providing advice or settling a dispute, you will have the chance to take the reins on most matters to complement your existing employment law experience. You will work with a diverse client base ranging from individuals to SMEs to large national businesses. There will be support from the partners and other seniors as well as a career path for your progression. About You: 3+ years PQE in employment law (if employment was part of your general practice/litigation experience that will also be considered); Experience in leading hearings and mediations; Appearing at mediations and/or the Employment Relations Authority would be highly regarded (but not necessary); Dealt with employers on restructures and drafting employment contracts as well as representing individuals across a wide variety of claims; High standard of written and verbal communication skills. Perhaps you aren’t gaining as much progression in your current firm as you could be, or are interested in a diverse role at a firm that promotes career development? Be in touch to find out more! For a confidential discussion, contact Jenny on 027 874 0993 or click 'APPLY' with your CV and academics.
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Auckland
Tax Lawyer | Senior Associate
Join an award-winning law firm in its close knit Tax team. Working in a collaborative environment where you'll be supported by one of New Zealand's leading Tax Lawyers, you will work with local and international businesses on tax aspects relating to mergers and acquisitions, property and infrastucture projects, restructuring, investments, divestments and securitisation. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with clients in various sectors in providing strategic advice around tax-effective structures and solutions to their commercial needs. Not only does this team have an impeccable track record, but they are supportive, with modern systems in place allowing you to focus on providing sound advice to your clients on major transactions or regulatory matters. The culture is fun and it's very much a team-based environment. About you: 7+ years PQE in NZ tax law and/or consulting; The ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and with strong interpersonal skills; A good academic background; Ability to hold an NZ practising certificate; and Experience gained in a reputable tax legal team or within a leading accountancy practice, in its tax team. Perhaps you're returning from overseas and would like to take up this unique opportunity to work within one of the industry’s best tax teams or perhaps you're looking to make the transition from a tax consulting team of a big 4 accounting firm and are keen to now hone your legal skills. Get in touch with us to find out if this is the right opportunity for you. For a confidential chat, contact Jenny 027 874 0993 or send your CV and academic record to jenny@colegal.co.nz or by clicking on ‘APPLY’ now.
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Auckland
General Litigation Lawyer | 1.5+ years PQE
About the opportunity:Join a progressive and modern city firm and work on complex and interesting dispute resolution work. Our client is a reputable law practice seeking a talented Litigation Lawyer to be an integral part of their high performing litigation team. This is a unique chance to work on complex commercial, public law, regulatory, insurance and insolvency-related disputes, mentored by leading litigation partners in a collegial team environment.About You: Over 1.5 years of experience gained within a reputable firm with some relevant litigation experience; An passion to develop your advocacy skills and ability to cut to the core issues; Good communication and problem-solving skills; Admitted to the NZ Bar; and B average or higher law grades. Whether you are seeking more substantive involvement in litigation files, the chance to get your feet in court, or be better remunerated for your efforts, harness this opportunity to join a leading team well-known for its work.NZ qualified lawyers looking to return from overseas are encouraged to apply.To discuss further, contact Bob Kou 027 274 5926 or email your CV and academic transcript to bob@colegal.co.nz or apply by clicking 'APPLY' now.
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