Vacancies

HomeLegal is always looking for exceptional people to join our team

If our website, or what we do has caught your eye, consider applying. Our team are all interesting, friendly people and if you think you would enjoy working with us then we look forward to hearing from you.

Current opportunities

SENIOR LAWYER (FULL-TIME)

GYW are looking to recruit a senior lawyer with 5+ years’ experience in either property or commercial law. We are looking for a lawyer who is versatile and innovative with a can-do attitude who is able to engage confidently with clients.

If you are looking to gain greater autonomy in your role with an opportunity that offers high quality work in a supportive and engaging team with excellent mentoring and professional development we would love to hear from you.

We are a mid-sized specialist firm with an office in Petone. We offer a vibrant and fun work environment where we pride ourselves on having a great culture and providing high quality service to all of our clients.

We are at the forefront of technology and work in a paper light and digital environment. We are keen to have someone join us who embraces the latest legal systems.

If you would like to be part of a firm where you will enjoy a great work life balance, flexibility to work from home and our office, plus a path to future partnership we look forward to hearing from you.

SENIOR RELATIONSHIP PROPERTY LAWYER (FULL-TIME)

Ready for high-quality relationship property work, genuine flexibility and a team that backs your development?

GYW is looking for an experienced Senior Relationship Property Lawyer (preferably 7+ years’ PQE) to join our growing Petone team. This is a great opportunity for a confident, client-focused lawyer who enjoys complex and interesting work, values strong relationships, and is ready to take the next step in their career.

You will work directly with clients on a varied range of relationship property matters, including contracting out agreements, separation and asset division, trust and property structuring. You will also have the opportunity to mentor junior staff and contribute to the continued growth of our practice.

We offer competitive remuneration, high-quality work, a healthy work-life balance, a supportive and collegial team, and excellent mentoring and development opportunities. Our Petone office is close to public transport, and we embrace a modern, paper-light way of working.

If you have strong relationship property experience, sound judgement and a genuine commitment to outstanding client outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

LEGAL EXECUTIVE – WILLS, ESTATES AND TRUSTS (FULL-TIME)

GYW are looking to recruit an experienced fee-earning Legal Executive to join our friendly and supportive team in Petone. This is a full-time role suited to someone with strong experience in wills, estates and trusts who enjoys working directly with clients and delivering high-quality, practical legal support.

We are looking for someone who is confident managing their own files, well organised, client-focused, and able to work collaboratively as part of a busy specialist firm. You will bring a can-do attitude, sound technical ability, and a genuine interest in helping clients navigate important personal and family matters.

In this role, you will work across a range of wills, estate administration and trust matters, with the opportunity to build strong client relationships and contribute meaningfully to the continued growth of our private client practice.

We offer competitive remuneration, high-quality work, a healthy work-life balance, a supportive and collegial team, and excellent mentoring and development opportunities. Our Petone office is close to public transport, and we embrace a modern, paper-light way of working.

We are a mid-sized specialist firm with an office in Petone. We pride ourselves on our great culture, approachable team, and commitment to providing excellent service to our clients. We work in a modern digital environment and are keen to welcome someone who is comfortable using legal systems and open to embracing new ways of working.

If you are an experienced Legal Executive looking for a rewarding fee-earning role where you can develop your expertise, enjoy genuine support, and be part of a great team, we would love to hear from you.

SOLICITOR – WILLS, ESTATES AND TRUSTS (FULL-TIME)

GYW are looking to recruit an experienced Solicitor to join our friendly and supportive team in Petone. This is a full-time role suited to someone with strong experience in wills, estates and trusts who enjoys working directly with clients and delivering high-quality, practical legal support.

We are looking for someone who is confident managing their own files, well organised, client-focused, and able to work collaboratively as part of a busy specialist firm. You will bring a can-do attitude, sound technical ability, and a genuine interest in helping clients navigate important personal and family matters.

In this role, you will work across a range of wills, estate administration and trust matters, with the opportunity to build strong client relationships and contribute meaningfully to the continued growth of our private client practice.

We offer competitive remuneration, high-quality work, a healthy work-life balance, a supportive and collegial team, and excellent mentoring and development opportunities. Our Petone office is close to public transport, and we embrace a modern, paper-light way of working.

We are a mid-sized specialist firm with an office in Petone. We pride ourselves on our great culture, approachable team, and commitment to providing excellent service to our clients. We work in a modern digital environment and are keen to welcome someone who is comfortable using legal systems and open to embracing new ways of working.

If you are an experienced Solicitor looking for a rewarding fee-earning role where you can develop your expertise, enjoy genuine support, and be part of a great team, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants should email their CV and a covering letter to:

Caroline Day
General Manager
Email: cday@gywlaw.co.nz

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