Solicitor 3+YRS PQE

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Gurnell Harrison Stanley Law (GHS) is a generalist law firm with a strong focus on Property, Commercial Law, Relationship Property, Trusts and Estate Planning. We are a busy established legal practice. That’s where you come in. We are looking for a NZ qualified experienced Solicitor to support our Directors, our team, and our clients. We are looking for a Solicitor who will thrive working in a small team, is self motivated and handles responsibility well. This role has a heavy focus on Estates, Trusts and Relationship Property. You'll be expected to handle basic file matters autonomously. You'll take lead on complex files under the guidance and supervision of Directors. You'll need to have a strong work ethic, be self motivated and show initiative. About Us We are a 2 Director firm based in Hamilton with a national client base. We have a team of 9 staff who help us serve our clients. Our 2 Directors have each spent time at the larger firms and now enjoy the rewards of smaller practice. What We Believe In: Personal Responsibility: We take responsibility for our own work. We don’t blame others. We look for how we can contribute to the success of the team. Working smarter, not harder: We are committed to finding ways to use technology, automation, and delegation to provide a better service to our clients and make our work lives easier. We have fun: We work hard and we share a lot of laughs along the way. Our tea room is loud, we bring our whole personalities to work, and we genuinely enjoy each other's company. We solve problems: We are resourceful and open minded. We look for ways to solve problems and we don’t get in the way of progress. Constant Improvement: We look for ways to improve what we do and then implement them. We embrace change, even when it’s difficult. High Standards: We protect ourselves, our clients, and the firm by always putting our best work forward. Being organised - with your life and your work Doing what you say you will Communicating with our team and our clients Being curious and open to learning new things Finding solutions, not problems Being adaptable and self-motivated Getting the job done Your Responsibilities Will Include: Supporting the Directors move work out of their office Working productively, track and reach your KPI’s Working autonomously and running your own files Managing client work, expectations and deadlines Participate in firm projects that suit your strengths and interests Continuously expanding your knowledge base to strengthen your legal experience Requirements: 3+ years PQE of recent legal experience Experience working in Estates, Trusts and Relationship Property Other legal experience in Property and Commercial law considered Familiar with or quick to learn new technology applications Able to consistently understand and apply the law Ability to set goals and develop achievable timelines to hit them Highly developed self-awareness and leadership skills Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with clients and our team Ability to foster existing client relationships Competitive remuneration Flexible working model, high trust and high performance required We work a 9-day fortnight, paid for 10 (you 1 paid day off a fortnight). Yes, you read that right. Every fortnight you get a 4-day week but are paid for 5. Carpark We’re a driven firm that, at its core, is about looking after our team and our clients. We champion flexible working to match work and life commitments. We can do that because we ensure the work gets done and we don’t let the team or our clients down. Don’t take our word for it, here’s what one of our current Solicitors has to say about working here: “Honestly, it’s a great place to work. The team’s supportive, you get exposed to a wide range of work, and there’s always someone willing to sit down and talk things through. I grew more here in a few months than I did over a much longer period in previous roles. The directors back you to try new things, build your confidence, and develop your own style as a lawyer. You feel like you’re building a career - not just ticking boxes.” Madison, Senior Solicitor Previous candidates who meet the criteria are invited to apply. GHS honours diversity on our team, in our clientele and within our community. We value and respect all types of diversity including, but not limited to, ethnicity, race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion and abilities. We believe that a diverse workplace makes our business stronger. We invite diverse candidates to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr