Solicitor/Senior Solicitor
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Job Location:
Hamilton - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
22-08-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Join our esteemed property and private client team at Tompkins Wake a top-tier New Zealand law firm with a century-long legacy. As a junior lawyer with 2-4 years of post-qualification experience you will work in our Hamilton office alongside a team of experts in their chosen fields.
This role offers the unique opportunity to engage in a broad spectrum of property transactions including high-value agribusiness deals complex subdivisions and comprehensive asset protection strategies.
Why Join Tompkins Wake
At Tompkins Wake we pride ourselves on being the trusted advisors to New Zealand families for over 100 years. Our firm stands out for its commitment to excellence a full range of property law services and a deep understanding of local and national markets. By joining our team you will be part of a firm that values growth supports professional development and fosters a collaborative environment where your contributions are recognised and celebrated.
Who Were Looking For
We are seeking a dedicated junior lawyer who is eager to contribute to our property and private client team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in property law with a particular interest in agribusiness transactions rural property trusts and estate planning. You will be keen to learn and be involved in the business have good judgment and work to a high standard as part of a very well-regarded legal team
What this role will entail
- Working closely with a Partner based in our Hamilton on Property and private client areas of law ranging from conveyancing to property sales and acquisitions subdivision and development.
- Preparing legal documents and participating in private client work and engagement.
- Maintaining relationships both externally and internally including with clients government agencies banks agencies other lawyers and fellow staff members
- Work towards key performance and budgets around billable hours.
Our Commitment
At the core of our identity is a steadfast commitment to diversity and inclusion. Our Rainbow Tick certification collaboration with Diversity Works and active participation in the New Zealand Law Society Gender Equality Charter exemplify our dedication to a workplace where everyones contributions are valued. We take pride in being recognized as a finalist for the Diversity & Inclusion Initiative of the Year at the NZ Law Awards 2024.
What We Offer
We champion personal and professional growth through flexible work arrangements ongoing development opportunities and a culture of collaboration. Tompkins Wake is the place for those who aspire to a rewarding and dynamic career within an environment of excellence.
Apply today to join our team and please include a cover letter and your C.V with your application.
Team profiles:Peter FanningEmily SalmondJenny Gilmore
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Legal Drafting
- Litigation
- Algebra
- Legal Counsel
- Mediation Experience
- Tribal Law
- Legal Research
- Telemarketing
- Training & Development
- Geometry
- Child Protective Services
- negotiation
About Company
Mark is a highly experienced corporate and commercial lawyer. He advises New Zealand and international companies on a range of matters such as mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, private equity, venture capital, corporate recovery and international investment.
