Senior Legal Counsel

Contextual Overview

Stellar Recruitment is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join a prominent New Zealand organisation's Legal & Compliance function. This in-house role offers strategic influence, focusing on commercial contracting, consumer, privacy, and general commercial matters within a flexible working environment.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Admission as a lawyer in New Zealand.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Substantial commercial legal experience (in-house or sophisticated private practice background).
• Current New Zealand Practising Certificate.
• Full New Zealand driver's licence.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Advise senior stakeholders on commercial and legal risk.
• Lead complex commercial contract negotiations.
• Provide expert guidance on consumer and privacy matters.
• Support strategic business initiatives and projects.
• Identify practical, commercially astute solutions to complex legal issues.
• Manage external legal advisers as required and build strong organizational relationships.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Compensation: Not Specified
Mode: Full-time (Flexible location options across key New Zealand offices or remote with some travel required)

Application Procedure & Required Documents

Interested candidates can apply directly through the official job posting or contact Stellar Recruitment representative Nelshia Seyffert via email for questions.

• Step 1: Prepare an updated curriculum vitae highlighting relevant commercial and in-house experience.
• Step 2: Ensure you hold a valid New Zealand Practising Certificate and driver's licence.
• Step 3: Submit your application via the official application link or reach out to the contact email provided.

Official Notification & Contact Information

Official Application Portal: Stellar Recruitment Job Portal
Contact Person: Nelshia Seyffert
Contact Email: nelshia.s@stellarrecruitment.co.nz