Senior Associate - Private Client  | Auckland CBD | Path to Partnership

Posted 18 September 2024
LocationAuckland
Job type Permanent
DisciplineLaw Firms - Professional
Reference1479831

Job description

Senior Associate – Private Client  | Auckland CBD | Path to Partnership

Looking for your next big step? This could be it. We’re working with a well-established firm in Auckland CBD that’s looking for a Senior Associate to join their Private Client team. If you’ve got 6+ years of experience and are ready to take on more responsibility with a clear path to partnership, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

What You'll Be Doing:
In this role, you’ll be working closely with high-net-worth clients on some pretty interesting and complex matters, including:    
  • Asset management, private wealth, and estate planning
  • Family trusts, wills, and enduring powers of attorney
  • Estate administration and international cross-border succession planning
  • Charitable trusts, memoranda of wishes, and family charters
  • Matrimonial/relationship property agreements
You'll have the opportunity to take on a leadership role, offering guidance and support to junior lawyers while assisting clients with important decisions. Plus, you'll be working alongside one of the best mentors in the industry – someone who really knows their stuff that can provide valuable insights & support.    

Why You’ll Love It:
This firm truly values work-life balance and offers some fantastic perks:   
  • Path to Partnership: It’s clear, and it's achievable.
  • Flexible Hours + WFH: Two days at home with a full setup (dual screens, stand-up desk, etc.).
  • Parking: Discounted CBD parking.
  • Great Perks: Phone allowance, laptop, birthday day off, Christmas gifts, snacks all day, a fancy coffee machine, discounts on retail, pilates, and dental.
  • Health & Wellbeing: Long-term leave bonuses, flu jabs, and first aid training.
  • Mentoring: Leadership & commercial training, including monthly mentoring meetings designed to support your personal and professional growth.
  • Relocation Allowance: If you're moving from outside of Auckland, the firm offers a relocation allowance to help make the transition as smooth as possible.
What We’re Looking For:
  • NZ Qualified and admitted lawyer
  • 6+ years PQE in private client work, trusts, estates, and asset management.
  • Passion to inspire, guide & motivate others.
  • A knack for building strong relationships with clients, particularly high-net-worth individuals.
  • Someone who’s ambitious but still values a supportive, family-friendly environment.
  • If you're currently a Partner at a firm and exploring new opportunities, we would also love to hear from you.
Why This Firm?   
They’ve got a great reputation, long-standing domestic and international clients, and genuinely care about their people. You’ll be working on high-quality matters but in a family-focused, flexible environment that prioritises your wellbeing.

If this sounds like a role you’d be interested in, let’s chat! Get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Contact Jenny on 027 874 0993 or to apply send your CV and academic transcript to jenny@colegal.co.nz or by clicking on 'APPLY' now.