Commercial Senior Associate - Remote (New Zealand)
Remote · Full Time
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- Experience
- 5+ yrs
- Salary
- —
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 1 week ago
- Work mode
- Work from home
- Eligibility
- Applications are open to candidates based in New Zealand who are admitted to practise law there, with at least 5 years post-qualification experience, and who hold or are willing to obtain a New South Wales practising certificate.
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Job description
About LegalVision
LegalVision is a commercial law firm focused on delivering innovative, fixed-fee legal services to SMEs and in-house teams. Operating across New Zealand, Australia, and the UK, the firm combines specialised technology with expert legal support to provide efficient, high-quality assistance at predictable costs. Recognised as a 5 Star Employer of Choice and Law Firm of the Year, LegalVision offers engaging career pathways within a progressive work environment.
Role Overview
Joining the New Zealand-based team working fully remotely, you will support a diverse client base from startups to leading companies in tech, healthcare, and emerging sectors. You will manage a broad client portfolio, offer commercial legal advice on complex matters, and oversee junior lawyers’ development. The position offers autonomy, client-facing responsibility, and opportunities to shape your legal practice within a dynamic and supportive team.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary legal advisor and trusted business partner for clients, identifying opportunities to enhance their business growth.
- Advise on a wide range of commercial legal matters including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts related to commercial and IT sectors, intellectual property, licensing, partnerships, regulatory compliance, privacy, and consumer law.
- Collaborate with Practice Leaders to mentor, supervise, and train junior lawyers and graduates, fostering their professional and commercial development.
Candidate Profile
- Admission to practise law in New Zealand with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience.
- Possession or willingness to obtain a New South Wales practising certificate.
- Proven expertise in drafting and negotiating diverse commercial agreements.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to build credibility with in-house legal teams and business stakeholders.
- A business-focused approach delivering practical, solution-oriented legal advice.
- Adaptable to different industries, clients, and legal requirements.
- Leadership experience in managing or supervising junior legal professionals within fast-paced environments.
Benefits
- Exposure to a broad client range and complex legal matters with close client engagement.
- Opportunity to develop strong people management and supervisory capabilities.
- Flexibility and autonomy within a collaborative and high-performing team.
- Ability to influence the growth and strategic direction of the firm.
- Additional leave including ‘LV Leave’, birthday leave, volunteering leave, and parental leave.
- An annual budget allocated for external learning and professional development.
- Fully remote work setup with allowance for home office arrangements and optional coworking space access in Christchurch.
Industry
Legal Services