LAW

Solicitor – Banking & Finance / Commercial

Corporate - Commercial

Auckland, New Zealand

Desired Experience:  

1–2 Years PQE

Job Type: 

Full Time, Permanent

About the Firm

This law firm is a boutique law firm specialising in lending services for finance companies and banks, with a strong reputation as experts in the banking and finance space.

Alongside its core lending practice, the firm also operates a thriving commercial and private client practice, delivering efficient, high-quality legal services. The team prides itself on a detail-oriented, client-focused approach within a fast-paced and professional environment.

About the Role

We are seeking a registered Solicitor (1–2 years PQE) to join our busy Auckland CBD practice.

This role involves working closely with partners and legal executives, primarily handling mortgage-related transactions through Landonline, including signing and certifying mortgage and discharge instruments.

You will also support a wider range of banking, finance, and commercial matters, with increasing responsibility and autonomy as you develop in the role.

Key Areas of Work

  • Signing and certifying mortgage and discharge instruments (Landonline)
  • Assisting with fast refinance services
  • Mortgage settlements and registrations
  • Banking and finance transactions
  • Mortgage enforcement matters
  • Commercial and private client work

Why Join Us

  • Work directly with experienced partners and legal professionals
  • Develop expertise in a niche banking and finance practice
  • High level of responsibility and autonomy as you progress
  • Exposure to fast-paced, transactional legal work
  • Opportunity to build a strong technical skillset in lending and finance
  • Supportive boutique firm environment

About You

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

  • 1–2 years PQE as a Solicitor
  • Current New Zealand practising certificate (or eligibility)
  • Strong interest in banking and finance law
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, transactional environment
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Diligent, proactive, and professional approach

Career Opportunity

This role offers a strong platform to develop specialist expertise in banking and finance law, with increasing responsibility and autonomy as your experience grows.

How to Apply

Your application may include:

  • Confirmation of legal qualifications
  • Work rights in New Zealand
  • Years of legal and solicitor experience
  • Experience in banking & finance or corporate & commercial law
  • Expected salary
  • Notice period

If this opportunity sounds of interest and you would like to learn more, please contact Sam on 027 5665 707, sam@chisholmclarke.co.nz or hit the "Apply Now" button to start a confidential discussion.

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