Litigation Solicitor

Chapman Tripp; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Christchurch is seeking a talented junior to intermediate level solicitor with 2 to 4 years of experience. You will work directly with senior lawyers on complex commercial and civil litigation cases. The role offers a supportive and collaborative environment, opportunities for ongoing development, and a comprehensive salary and benefits package. If you're looking for a new challenge and the chance to advance your career, this is an excellent opportunity.

Benefits

Comprehensive salary package

Healthcare benefits

Annual wellbeing allowance

Formal mentoring programme

Regular team events

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years PQE in law, ideally in commercial or civil litigation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with leading lawyers on various legal matters.
• Manage challenging legal cases and client relationships.
• Participate in ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Skills

Commercial/civil litigation

Dispute resolution

Team collaboration

Job description

Our Christchurch office is looking for a junior to intermediate level solicitor to join us with 2 to 4 years PQE. We do challenging and interesting work in a targeted range of fields – core commercial/civil litigation; disputes-focused work in key infrastructure industries including acting on regulatory disputes and employment work.

As the successful candidate, you will work directly with leading lawyers, including senior litigator Geoff Carter, who deliver the highest levels of business performance to our clients.

As a Chapman Tripp lawyer, you'll be part of a friendly and social team who work collaboratively. You will work in an open and supportive environment while being exposed to challenging, quality work, and having scope to build your practice and long-term client relationships and to advance within the firm.

If you are a talented solicitor with 2 to 4 years of experience, wanting a step up or a new challenge, we think we have the best people, work, culture and opportunity to develop your career.

Working with Chapman Tripp:

• Top-tier clients and work
• Supportive office environment and leadership
• Ongoing learning and development and formal mentoring programme
• Comprehensive salary and benefits package including healthcare and annual wellbeing allowance
• Range of interest groups, regular team and firm events for connection

(Please note, our offices are closed from 24/12 to 12/01 so your application will be reviewed but may not be responded to until after the 12th.)