Senior Solicitor

Talent Connection
NZ - auckland
November 3, 2024

Established in 1984 by Roger Donnell, Donnell Sherry has become a trusted legal partner for individuals, families, and businesses. In August 2019, Donnell & Associates merged with Bell-Booth Sherry, bringing together decades of experience and a shared commitment to providing pragmatic legal advice. The firm prides itself on its approachable and informal style, ensuring all clients receive a tailored legal solution that meets their unique needs.
We're excited to welcome a skilled and experienced Senior Solicitor to join the team at Donnell Sherry. As a seasoned practitioner, you'll enjoy full ownership of a diverse range of private practice matters, from conveyancing and property finance to wills, estates, and trusts. You'll thrive in a supportive, down-to-earth environment where you can work independently while building lasting client relationships and delivering pragmatic, results-driven legal advice.
About the Role:

Lead and manage a diverse caseload, with emphasis on conveyancing, property finance, wills, estates, trusts, and other areas of general private practice
Act as a trusted advisor to clients, delivering tailored end-to-end legal solutions adhering to the highest professional standards
Independent file management from initial instruction to closure, ensuring compliance whilst maintaining a strong client focus
Mentor and support junior staff, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable team
Work closely with Directors on complex matters, contributing to strategic decision-making and the firm's future growth

Skills and Experience:

Minimum of 5+ years PQE in private practice, with a solid background in property finance, conveyancing, and general legal practice
Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, managing your caseload efficiently
Strong problem-solving skills with a pragmatic, can-do attitude to achieve the best outcomes for clients
Excellent communication skills, with a client-centered approach and the ability to build and maintain long-term relationships
Demonstrated leadership experience, including mentoring, or managing junior staff will be highly valued

Benefits:

Convenient Wairau Park location (with on-site parking)
Competitive salary
Flexible working arrangements
Opportunities for professional development and career progression within the firm
A collaborative and supportive leadership team

Don't miss this opportunity to join Donnell Sherry and make your mark in a dynamic and supportive general practice setting. If you're ready to take the next step in your legal career, we'd love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Your application will be reviewed within 5 working days of receipt. Should your application be shortlisted, a Talent Connector will schedule a short phone interview with you to discuss the next steps in the recruitment process.
Part of our pre-employment checks post-interview may include a Ministry of Justice check, personality profiling, a health assessment, and/or drug & alcohol testing.
About Talent Connection
Our mission is simple:
We help align individuals' and employers' goals with our recruitment expertise. Our key point of difference is that we don't charge a commission, so you can rest assured we will not be "selling" you into a role.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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