Legal and compliance jobs in Auckland.

Leading AML team · Managing compliance programme · Overseeing risk management

5+ yrsSignificant AML/CFT experience, strong knowledge of NZ AML/CFT legislation, 5+ years leading risk/compliance teams, proven experience with investigations and regulatory reporting, relevant tertiary qualifications.

Leading regulatory work · Conducting investigations · Engaging stakeholders

Substantial experience in regulation, compliance, investigations, fraud, audit, financial crime or law; ability to lead complex work and influence without formal people management; AML/CFT knowledge desirable.

Leading regulatory interventions · Conducting investigations · Coaching colleagues

Substantial experience in regulation, compliance, investigations, fraud, audit, financial crime or law; ability to lead complex work and influence without formal people-management responsibility; AML/CFT knowledge highly desirable.

Conducting compliance reviews · Investigating regulatory breaches · Engaging with regulated entities

Experience in regulatory compliance, investigations, fraud, audit or law; strong analytical and communication skills; ability to apply legislation; AML/CFT experience desirable.

Supporting board secretariat · Improving governance frameworks · Developing reporting systems

Extensive experience supporting senior leaders, Boards or Committees; in-depth knowledge of governance frameworks and statutory requirements including Crown Entities Act and Official Information Act; advanced Excel, SharePoint Lists and Power BI skills.

Managing incidents · Providing compliance advice · Reviewing risk profiles

Experience in risk, compliance, controls, assurance, internal audit or related discipline; understanding of risk management and internal controls; analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Providing subject matter expertise · Embedding performance management · Approving regulatory contracts

5+ yrs5+ years corporate governance, third party risk, procurement or legal experience; direct involvement in policies and compliance in regulated industry; strong stakeholder management and communication; tertiary qualification in business/risk or legal degree desirable.

Supporting board secretariat · Improving governance frameworks · Providing analysis and insights

Extensive experience supporting senior leaders, Boards or Committees; in-depth knowledge of governance frameworks and statutory requirements; advanced Excel, SharePoint Lists and Power BI skills; strong communication and attention to detail.

Leading regulatory work · Conducting investigations · Coaching colleagues

Substantial experience in regulation, compliance, investigations, fraud, audit, financial crime or law; ability to lead complex work and influence without formal people-management responsibility; AML/CFT knowledge highly desirable.

Advising on financial services laws · Handling regulatory issues · Contributing to thought leadership

4+ yrs4-10+ years PQE in financial services, investment funds, securities, insurance, or related corporate/finance/tax/litigation; large law firm or relevant in-house/regulator experience; strong legal advisory skills.

Assessing security risks · Advising infrastructure projects · Building client relationships

Experience in security, risk or advisory work with strong analytical thinking, judgement, communication and stakeholder skills; eligibility for required security clearances and licenses.

Supporting legal work · Participating in development · Advising on corporate matters

Law graduate with strong academic record, interest in commercial law and corporate advisory, excellent communication skills, and alignment with firm values.

Leading investigations · Assessing risk · Preparing reports

Significant experience leading complex investigations in regulatory, compliance, enforcement, legal, or public sector environments; strong analytical, interviewing, and report writing skills; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience; right to work in New Zealand.

Providing legal advice · Managing stakeholder relationships · Developing team capability

Tertiary law qualification, current practising certificate, extensive public law experience, strong analytical and communication skills, ability to build trusted relationships and influence at senior levels.

Managing legal team · Handling criminal cases · Mentoring junior lawyers

PAL 2 level listing, qualified to practice law in New Zealand, proven credibility with judges and peers, team management experience, and ability to manage a varied criminal caseload.

Managing compliance obligations · Assessing compliance risks · Delivering compliance education

Law degree required; strong understanding of New Zealand financial services regulation; experience in compliance, risk or regulatory roles within a bank, insurer or regulated financial services environment; ability to interpret legislation and translate into practical guidance.

Designing commercial arrangements · Negotiating contracts · Advising senior leaders

Significant commercial, procurement or contracting experience in complex technology, innovation, R&D, defence, national security or regulated environments; NZ citizenship or permanent residence with 10-year background history for security clearance; drug screening required.

Analyzing blockchain transactions · Liaising with law enforcement · Detecting financial crimes

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Criminal, Business Management, Finance, Computer Science or related field; proven experience with blockchain analytics (Chainalysis, TRM Labs, Elliptic); deep understanding of cryptocurrency transaction patterns and criminal indicators; excellent communication and presentation skills.

Leading investigations · Coaching investigators · Managing caseloads

Experience leading criminal or regulatory investigations; strong knowledge of investigation and prosecution processes; proven leadership and coaching; current full NZ driver licence; NZ citizenship or residence-class visa; 10-year verifiable background; credit check; drug and alcohol screening.

Advising on privacy · Negotiating contracts · Managing data incidents

5+ yrs5-10+ years legal counsel experience with data privacy expertise; current New Zealand practising certificate; experience negotiating complex technology, data, client or supplier agreements; strong communication and drafting skills.

Leading prosecution team · Managing operations · Engaging stakeholders

Current CPK at rank (constabulary) or law degree with practising certificate (police employees); leadership programme enrolment or CEP qualification; right to work in New Zealand; pre-employment checks including drug/alcohol testing and police vetting.

Advising on corporate transactions · Managing client matters · Supervising junior team members

New Zealand experience in a top-tier or international firm ideally; strong foundation in corporate, transactional, or projects work; ability to manage discrete components of matters with increasing independence; strong communication and organizational skills.

Advising on technology transactions · Structuring strategic deals · Building client relationships

5+ yrs5-7 years' PQE, strong technology and sourcing experience in private practice, ability to work autonomously, proactive client relationship building, data protection experience advantageous.

Handling litigation · Mentoring junior lawyers · Conducting research

3+ yrs3-10 years' PQE in complex dispute resolution at a top-tier firm; strong analytical, research, drafting, communication, and mentoring skills; NZ qualified with current right to work in NZ preferred.

Drafting documents · Providing advice · Supporting conveyancing

Registered solicitor with a current practicing certificate, strong written and verbal communication, Microsoft Office proficiency, and ability to prioritize, multitask, and work independently. Legal experience preferred.

Managing contracts · Negotiating terms · Reporting performance

Bachelor's degree in law, commerce, construction, engineering, or finance; experience managing commercial and contractual functions on major projects; procurement, contract law, negotiation, and financial literacy skills.