Legal Counsel (Part Time)

OverviewAn exciting opportunity for a Part-Time Legal Counsel to join a respected New Zealand business in Auckland, supporting the Head of Legal.

This role is suited to someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, values flexibility, and aims to impact business operations by building and scaling the legal function with efficient processes, proactive risk management, and timely, commercially sound advice.ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement robust legal processes, workflows, and templates to streamline operations and ensure consistency across all business units.Develop and maintain an effective legal matter management system that supports knowledge sharing through contract repositories, FAQs, and playbooks.Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts while supporting contract lifecycle management and approvals for diverse business needs.Provide timely legal advice on consumer law matters including CGA, FTA, privacy issues, advertising regulations, and compliance requirements relevant to New Zealand legislation.Identify potential legal risks within business initiatives or ongoing operations and proactively develop strategies to mitigate these risks.Assist in developing, updating, and communicating internal policies while supporting governance initiatives such as board reporting and director training.Qualifications3-6 years post-qualification experience (PQE) in commercial or consumer law obtained in-house or in private practice.Admitted as a barrister or solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand.Demonstrate excellent drafting skills alongside proven negotiation abilities.Mediation experience is highly valued but not required.Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within cross-functional teams under time-sensitive conditions.Experience using legal technology platforms or participating in process improvement projects is advantageous for driving operational efficiencies within the department.What Sets This Company ApartThis organisation stands out due to its dedication to delivering exceptional experiences—not just for customers but also for employees who are integral to its success.

With a clear vision focused on excellence and building lasting partnerships, it offers an inclusive workplace where every voice is valued.

The culture emphasizes teamwork over hierarchy, with leaders who prioritise wellbeing alongside achievement.

This environment supports meaningful work-life balance and opportunities to expand your skill set within a supportive network of professionals committed to ethical practices.What's NextWe are looking to fill this role urgently and will finalise our shortlist shortly.

Opportunities like this are rare, and we recommend applying as soon as possible.If you have any questions about the role, please contact Suanne Briggs at

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications within five working days.

If you have not received correspondence in this timeframe, please contact Suanne Briggs on +64 9 373 4730.Job DetailsSeniority level : AssociateEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : LegalIndustries : Staffing and Recruiting

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