McElroys are experts in insurance, civil, maritime and employment litigation. We provide legal representation helping the New Zealand business community navigate risk and resolve complex litigation.

We have been solving our client’s legal problems for over three decades. In that time we’ve been called upon by both global and national clients to help them navigate risk and resolve a broad range of litigation challenges including professional negligence, earthquake & fire damage disputes, employment disputes and regulatory actions.

We are proud of our track record, but actually McElroys’ success lies in the values our founding partners established when the firm first opened its doors for business. Attention to detail, going beyond what is required, keeping astride of new approaches and setting new standards have all contributed to a purposeful culture that sets itself apart by consistently delivering results that count.

You will work closely with our partners, with an opportunity to take the next step in your career by honing your advocacy and technical skills and developing client relationships.

You will be working on a wide range of civil litigation and employment disputes with key duties including:

• Forming strong relationships with clients
• Analysing information to identify and solve client’s legal problems
• Preparing high-quality legal advice, client reporting, correspondence and court documents
• Representing clients in ADR, Tribunals and Courts
• Playing an active role in negotiations to achieve smart, pragmatic outcomes
• Managing files end-to-end to deliver timely, high-quality outcomes
• Working closely with partners
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members, and develop your own leadership style

Experience in employment law and insurance law will be a distinct advantage.

To succeed in this role, you will naturally align with and consistently demonstrate our core values in everything you do.

• Collaborative – the ability to work as part of a team and value the contributions of each other
• Better – to continually strive to reach the highest standard and go beyond what is required
• Expertise – to constantly challenge your understanding and deepen your knowledge
• Straightforward – be clear, accurate and direct in ensuring the right course of action is taken

• A genuinely varied role with scope to grow your career
• A professional, high-performing team environment
• Collaborative, passionate, honest and innovative company culture
• The flexibility and autonomy to work in the way that suits you best
• Support to continue your professional development
• Meaningful client work where you truly make an impact!

If you wish to apply for this position, please email paul.sullivan@mcelroys.co.nz

Applications should include a covering letter detailing relevant experience, CV and academic transcripts.

Please note: You must be eligible to work in NZ to be considered for this role.

Recruiters – please contact us to discuss terms before submitting CVs.