Associate or Senior Associate – Litigation

About the Role

Ready for a global career without limits? We are looking for a mid to senior associate to join our team at DLA Piper in New Zealand.

We have a great opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate to join our growing Litigation & Regulatory practice, where you will focus on shaping the future. This isn't your average role – it's a chance to focus on premium, international work for some of DLA Piper's global clients.

About the Team

Joining this team will provide you with the opportunity to get involved in high quality, interesting and challenging work in a supportive, high-performing environment.

About You

We are looking for:

• An ambitious and commercially minded lawyer with 3-10 years' PQE

• Experience in complex, high-value dispute resolution work gained at a top tier firm – either in NZ or overseas

• Strong analytical, research and drafting skills

• A great communicator and team player who enjoys mentoring junior lawyer

At DLA Piper, you will have the freedom to seize opportunities and discover your own path. We warmly welcome applications from talented lawyers with a global mindset, whether you're returning home to New Zealand or looking to relocate.

To Apply, please email nzcareers@dlapiper.com, Job reference: NZ001

The preference is for NZ qualified lawyers with a current right to work in NZ. Consideration may be given to exceptional candidates from a comparable common law jurisdiction.

About us

We're a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.

At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion s not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.

We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.

Where local legislation permits, we conduct pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.