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Principal Legal Counsel - Employment Relations

Full Time 160000.00 - 180000.00

Job description

About the role

Our client is seeking an experienced Principal Legal Counsel – Employment Relations to join their dynamic and high-performing team. This permanent full-time role will be based in Auckland and reports to the Head of Employment Relations.

As Principal Legal Counsel, you will be a thought leader, providing high-quality legal and strategic advice on employment law and industrial relations matters. You will play a key role in managing legal risks, resolving issues, and driving continuous improvement within the team.

In this role, you can expect a flexible and supportive work environment, with amazing benefits! There is some flexibility as to how this role will be comprised so whilst the preference is for a permanent fulltime appointment, those interested in 4 days per week, school hours or even a role on a fixed term basis should enquire. There is much to discuss!

What we’re looking for
  • A lawyer with minimum 10 years’ post-admission experience, with employment litigation experience, who holds (or is entitled to hold) a current NZ practising certificate.
  • Strong expertise in employment law and industrial relations.
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to build strong relationships and deliver customer-focused solutions.
  • A proactive, professional, and resilient approach to work.
About the business

Our client is a high-profile purpose driven organisation in a uniquely collaborative environment that creates innovative positive changes in our local communities every day. They are progressive socially, culturally, and environmentally and they have an impact. They are a very supportive employer and foster great team culture. Here is your chance to be part of something worthwhile!

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact, work on challenging projects, and be part of a high-performing team that values collaboration, development, and achievement.

How do I apply?

Click on “Apply Now”. Alternatively, contact us directly and quote reference number 1678631.

We have a range of inhouse and private practice roles for lawyers at all levels. If this role isn’t for you but you’d like to hear what else is available, give us a call. We’d love to hear from you.

Kathryn Cross BMus LLB
027 700 8049 | [email protected]

Artemis Executive Recruitment is committed to creating inclusive and respectful workplaces. We value diversity as a strength and welcome applicants that can help bring a difference to our client organisations.

At Artemis Executive Recruitment, we connect remarkable people with great places to work.


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Company information

Company
Artemis Executive Recruitment Limited
Location
New Zealand, North Island, Auckland
New Zealand
Posted
8 months ago

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