Job title: Environmental/RM Lawyer - 2+ years' PQE
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Legal - Law Firm
Functional Expertise: Legal
Salary type: Annual
Location: Head Office, Level 19, 48 Emily Place, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
Job published: 17-10-2024
Job ID: 42926

Job Description

The Opportunity

Our client, a boutique legal practice specialising in Resource Management/Environment Law, is seeking a talented lawyer to join their passionate team.

This is your opportunity to immerse yourself in a variety of interesting and rewarding work, where you will advise large corporates, regulatory bodies, developers, private individuals and iwi on issues like:

  • Resource consents
  • Infrastructure projects and Public Works
  • Local Government
  • Agriculture
  • Climate Change
  • Land and housing developments
  • Major projects (oil, gas, mining, wind farms)
  • Iwi interests

About The Team

The team is warm, friendly and deeply passionate about Environmental Law. They have a great sense of humour and are very understanding about personal commitments.

The directors have extensive experience at top-tier firms, and are dedicated to your growth. You can expect:

  • Supportive Mentorship: Learn from the best through ongoing support, training and mentorship, and build a thriving career
  • Work/Life Balance: Get your māhi done and go home!
  • High-quality work: Deliver great results for clients and high quality output

What's in it for you?

  • 5 weeks annual leave
  • Flexible WFH arrangements
  • Genuine work/life balance
  • Fun social events
  • Free food in the kitchen

About You

We are seeking NZ-qualified lawyers with 2 or more years of experience in Resource Management/Environmental Law.

For highly experienced environmental law/RM practitioners, we have a broader network of firms we can connect you with, so we invite you to kōrero further with us on these opportunities. 

However, if you are a practising lawyer who has always had a passion for this exciting and evolving area of law, please do no hesitate to get in touch! 

How to Apply?

To apply, click the "Apply" or "I'm Interested" button, to submit your CV and a short summary detailing your interest in the role. 

Alternatively, for more information or to kōrero further about the role, please contact: Meilin Wu (LLB.BCom) on 021 483 490 or meilin.wu@nicherecruitment.co.nz