Senior Commercial Lawyer (Path to Director)

Senior Commercial Lawyer (Path to Director) Join a prestigious Waikato-based firm during an exciting period of transition and growth. As a Senior Commercial Lawyer, you will step into a vital leadership gap to take the reins of the commercial team. You will run your own files, mentor junior staff, and drive business development, all while actively shaping the team's culture. For the right driven practitioner, this role offers a clear and defined pathway to a Director position within a couple of years. Benefits Receive a highly competitive salary, plus a dedicated firm carpark and tech. They genuinely value your well-being. For the right candidate, they offer highly flexible arrangements, including the option to work remotely, ensuring you can maintain a healthy and sustainable work-life balance. Access excellent well-being perks and an active social club. Duties Advise SMEs, Iwi, and Māori businesses on governance, contracts, joint ventures, and IP. Lead, supervise, and actively mentor junior members of the commercial team. Drive business development to bring in new work and aggressively grow the practice. Skills & Experience Demonstrate strong post-qualification experience in general commercial law. Showcase the drive, initiative, and capability to lead a team and build a practice. About the Company This firmis a highly respected Waikato-based law firm with a long history. Led by a young, dynamic Director group, the firm treats its staff and clients like whānau, offering a deeply collaborative, values-driven environment that champions their staff and community success. Download the 2026/2027 Tyler Wren Legal Salary & Benefits Guide at tylerwren.co.nz Why Work with Tyler Wren? 10+ years of experience in the legal recruitment field Opportunities across New Zealand, Australia and the UK Access to roles not advertised publicly End-to-end career advice and job search support Specialist recruiters with deep legal market knowledge #J-18808-Ljbffr