If a meaningful legal career is what has become important to you; one where your litigation skill set is applied to securing a more just and fair society for all, then this job opportunity is for you! Come and make a real difference to the lives of those in need through legislative and government policy change, customary rights recognition, robust treaty settlements, other work in the Māori legal issues sphere and advocacy in the criminal justice system. 

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The work you will do has a high interest factor, it is varied and there is usually a human rights component. There will be senior Courts litigation, mārae-based hearings, Select Committee submissions, District Court work and liaising with government agencies. You will undertake regular travel around the country and you will work with different staff and clients across a number of workstreams. 

 

About you 

• 1-2+ years PQE 

• A relevant background in civil litigation  

• A track record in relationships building 

• Sound drafting and advocacy skills, common sense and an ability to find practical solutions to legal issues 

• A real interest in supervising and growing less experienced solicitors 

 

What we offer 

• A competitive salary 

• A hybrid working environment 

• Flexible start and finish times 

• One-on-one mentoring  

• Regular performance reviews 

• A physical fitness reimbursement program 

• Birthday leave

• Continuous professional development  

• Opportunity to move up the corporate ladder  

• Regular social events  

 

For further information, contact Summer Cheng on 0221557036 or send your CV and academic transcript to summer@tamakilegal.com.