Project Finance Lawyer

About Russell McVeagh

Russell McVeagh is New Zealand's premier law firm committed to operating at the cutting edge of legal practice. Our award‑winning team of lawyers across Auckland | Tāmaki Makaurau, Wellington | Te Whanganui-a‑Tara and Queenstown | Tahuna are internationally recognised for their thought leadership, depth of experience and ability to translate complex legal issues into client success stories.

About the role

Our Banking and Finance team leads the market in debt capital markets, project finance, financial markets regulation, and corporate and acquisition finance. We advise on large bank funding work; term securitisations; sustainability‑linked and proceeds‑based green borrowing; and our project finance team advises on key national infrastructure projects.

About you

If you are looking for an opportunity to work within a supportive, ambitious, growing and energetic team and would like to join an award‑winning full‑service firm, we would like to hear from you.

The successful candidate will have :

• A legal qualification with 4 years’ experience in Banking and Finance law.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and think critically.
• Ability to build connections and work collaboratively.

Benefits

How to apply

To apply, please submit your CV and transcript.

We believe in enabling a supportive and inclusive workplace for everyone. Please click here for further information about Russell McVeagh's diversity and inclusion vision and commitment.

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