Junior Lawyer

• Henderson, Auckland

• Full time (37.5 hours)

• $61,000 – $70,000 per year

Join our team dedicated to delivering high-quality legal advice to thousands of Aucklander's each year and kick off your career with unparalleled hands-on exposure to all areas of law.

APPLY TODAY: Applications close Thursday 25 May, 4pm

Wanting work that makes a real difference? We are hiring up to two lawyers for our ‘lifestyle plus’ full-time positions (37.5 hrs p/wk).

About us

Waitematā Community Law Centre is one of New Zealand’s largest independent Community Law Centres. We are in a growth phase, with an experienced new management team committed to expanding our reach and impact. To do that, we need great people like you!

Our catchment covers 400,000+ Aucklanders in West and North-West Auckland, from New Lynn to as far north as Wellsford. With mahi that is uniquely interesting and rewarding, you’ll help our clients achieve life changing results and positively expand access to justice in our community. 

Our team comprises nine lawyers based out of our Henderson offices providing legal advice, outreach clinics and education sessions across Waitematā, supported by an administration team.
 

Why choose us?

• Outstanding life/work balance (in that order) with a ‘work stays at work’ culture and flexible, family-friendly hours.

• Develop your practise in a dynamic and collegial environment with passionate colleagues, pro bono and student volunteers.

• Central Henderson based location – free secure, covered parking - and a fully refurbished, brand-new office (ready in July 2025).

• Generous four weeks leave plus extra three days between Christmas and New Years and birthday leave.

• Work for an organisation with a strong ‘for-purpose’ mission, part of a thriving community law network across Aotearoa NZ.
   

Our successful applicants for this position will:

• Be a lawyer with at least six months PQE, admitted to the roll of Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of NZ with a current practicing certificate (or able to be).

• Demonstrate broad general understanding of the areas of New Zealand law relevant to our clients, including family, employment, immigration, tenancy, consumer, minor criminal and estate law. Demonstrated experience in one or more areas of law is an advantage.

• Be able to convey (written and spoken) legal advice that is accurate, concise and accessible to individuals and audiences from all backgrounds.

• Contribute constructively in a collaborative work environment

• Work systematically to expand access to justice, removes barriers for clients and incorporate our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. 
   

Join Us!

Please apply now with your CV and a cover letter. We’ll need to see you have the right to work and practice law in New Zealand and have a valid driver’s license. Diversity is a strength - we encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

Note: for this vacancy we are only considering candidates with at least six months PQE.
 

Questions? 

We’d love to tell you more about this role – especially if you have any questions or hesitations. Please contact General Manager Richard Tagiston at manager@waitematalaw.org.nz or phone 09 835 2130.