Legal Counsel Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Complaints Lead

at nib health funds limited

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Fixed Term Contract Available
Enjoy hybrid work with home-office flexibility
Identify trends and contribute to service and process improvements

Fixed Term Contract Available
Enjoy hybrid work with home-office flexibility
Identify trends and contribute to service and process improvements

Take the lead in resolving complex complaints, apply insurance law, and drive customer experience improvements at nib NZ.

subClassification: AssessmentAssessment

classification: Insurance & Superannuation(Insurance & Superannuation)

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Board / Company Secretary

at IGS

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Flexibility - attend meetings in person, everything else remotely
Career growth - real scope to build your governance career with a 10+ team
Meaningful work - support boards of SME's, NZ charities, listed companies +

Flexibility - attend meetings in person, everything else remotely
Career growth - real scope to build your governance career with a 10+ team
Meaningful work - support boards of SME's, NZ charities, listed companies +

Flexible contractor role with NZ's leading governance firm. Board secretarial support for Auckland clients. Ideal for governance-minded professionals.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

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Listed twenty seven days ago

Legal Counsel

at Southern Cross Health Society

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Bring your dispute resolution and regulatory experience in-house
18-month fixed-term opportunity to cover project work
Caring culture, genuine work/life balance, health cover for you and your family

Bring your dispute resolution and regulatory experience in-house
18-month fixed-term opportunity to cover project work
Caring culture, genuine work/life balance, health cover for you and your family

Broad in-house legal role spanning remediation and legal advisory - real variety, real impact at one of NZ's most trusted health insurers.

subClassification: Corporate & Commercial LawCorporate & Commercial Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

27d ago

Listed ten days ago

Legal Counsel (fixed term or secondment to November 2026)

at New Zealand Customs Service

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Salary $88737 - $101813 - $114287 prorated

Work within a high-performing legal team that values collaboration and inclusion
Dynamic organisation that invests in its employee health, safety and wellbeing
Healthy work life balance - Wellington based, fixed term/secondment to Nov 2026

Work within a high-performing legal team that values collaboration and inclusion
Dynamic organisation that invests in its employee health, safety and wellbeing
Healthy work life balance - Wellington based, fixed term/secondment to Nov 2026

Are you a lawyer looking for an exciting and impactful short-term opportunity within the public sector? Come join our Public & Commercial legal team!

subClassification: Corporate & Commercial LawCorporate & Commercial Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

10d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL

at Williams Legal Recruitment Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Work on nationally significant construction and infrastructure projects
Join a high performing legal team where people thrive
9-months fixed-term contract (32 hours per week)

Work on nationally significant construction and infrastructure projects
Join a high performing legal team where people thrive
9-months fixed-term contract (32 hours per week)

Here is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction lawyer to join a thriving market leader and high calibre legal team.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

30d+ ago

Listed nine days ago

In-House Contract Opportunities - NZ Wide

at Fluid Legal

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

6-12 month in-house legal contracts across NZ
Commercial contracting, negotiation & advisory focus
6+ PQE lawyers

6-12 month in-house legal contracts across NZ
Commercial contracting, negotiation & advisory focus
6+ PQE lawyers

Looking for your next in-house move without locking into a permanent role? We have a pipeline of exciting fixed-term opportunities.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

9d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Legal Counsel - 1 - Year Fixed Term

at Find Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Competitive Rate Based on Experience

Auckland Or Christchurch Location
Work In-house With an External Practice Feel
Flexible Working - Re-gain Your Work Life Balance

Auckland Or Christchurch Location
Work In-house With an External Practice Feel
Flexible Working - Re-gain Your Work Life Balance

Work for a Leading Financial Services Organisation, With a Focus on Trustee and Estate Administration Services.

Recruited byChris Martin

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

13d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

SENIOR COMMERCIAL SOLICITOR

at Williams Legal Recruitment Limited

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Blenheim Central, Marlborough

Newly created role
Senior role supporting the establishment and operation of Marlborough Waters
Three-year fixed term contract

Newly created role
Senior role supporting the establishment and operation of Marlborough Waters
Three-year fixed term contract

This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in a once-in-a-generation infrastructure and governance reform.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

22d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

SENIOR COMMERCIAL SOLICITOR

at Williams Legal Recruitment Limited

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Newly created role
Senior role supporting the establishment and operation of Marlborough Waters
Three-year fixed term contract

Newly created role
Senior role supporting the establishment and operation of Marlborough Waters
Three-year fixed term contract

This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in a once-in-a-generation infrastructure and governance reform.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

22d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

SENIOR COMMERCIAL SOLICITOR

at Williams Legal Recruitment Limited

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Newly created role
Senior role supporting the establishment and operation of Marlborough Waters
Three-year fixed term contract

Newly created role
Senior role supporting the establishment and operation of Marlborough Waters
Three-year fixed term contract

This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in a once-in-a-generation infrastructure and governance reform.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

22d ago

Listed eight days ago

Board / Company Secretary

at IGS

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Flexibility - attend meetings in person, everything else remotely
Career growth - real scope to build your governance career with a 10+ team
Meaningful work - support boards of SME's, NZ charities, listed companies +

Flexibility - attend meetings in person, everything else remotely
Career growth - real scope to build your governance career with a 10+ team
Meaningful work - support boards of SME's, NZ charities, listed companies +

Flexible contractor role with NZ's leading governance firm. Board secretarial support for Auckland clients. Ideal for governance-minded professionals.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

8d ago

Listed five hours ago

Complaints Lead

at nib health funds limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Fixed Term Contract Available
Enjoy hybrid work with home-office flexibility
Identify trends and contribute to service and process improvements

Fixed Term Contract Available
Enjoy hybrid work with home-office flexibility
Identify trends and contribute to service and process improvements

Take the lead in resolving complex complaints, apply insurance law, and drive customer experience improvements at nib NZ.

subClassification: AssessmentAssessment

classification: Insurance & Superannuation(Insurance & Superannuation)

5h ago

Listed twenty two days ago

SENIOR COMMERCIAL SOLICITOR

at Williams Legal Recruitment Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Newly created role
Senior role supporting the establishment and operation of Marlborough Waters
Three-year fixed term contract

Newly created role
Senior role supporting the establishment and operation of Marlborough Waters
Three-year fixed term contract

This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in a once-in-a-generation infrastructure and governance reform.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

22d ago

Listed four hours ago

Receptionist in a law firm - Fixed Term

at McLeods Lawyers Limited

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Kerikeri, Northland

Supportive learning environment
The opportunity to get in person experience working in a Law firm
Smaller firm provides exposure to all aspects of the firm

Supportive learning environment
The opportunity to get in person experience working in a Law firm
Smaller firm provides exposure to all aspects of the firm

Great opportunity to grow in the legal industry!

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

4h ago

Listed twelve days ago

Risk Programme Lead | Fixed Term (12 months)

at Intent +Purpose

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Embed risk into real delivery, not just frameworks
Work across teams, influencing leaders and outcomes
Meaningful national impact

Embed risk into real delivery, not just frameworks
Work across teams, influencing leaders and outcomes
Meaningful national impact

Lead practical risk uplift across a national organisation. Embed frameworks, shape decisions, and influence outcomes in a complex environment.

subClassification: Compliance & RiskCompliance & Risk

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

12d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Consultants - hourly rate contracts

at Momentum Consulting Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

6 month hourly rate contracts
Nationally signmifcant reform programme
Previous consulting experience essential

6 month hourly rate contracts
Nationally signmifcant reform programme
Previous consulting experience essential

We are looking for contractors with previous Big 4 experience to join a boutique consulting firm with a significant pipeline of work.

subClassification: Management & Change ConsultingManagement & Change Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

3d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Grants Strategist | Client Manager

at JOYN

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Be part of a values-led, supportive team making a real difference in the charitable sector, part-time, parental leave contract, work from home role

subClassification: FundraisingFundraising

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

15d ago

Listed two days ago

Procurement Business Partner

at Chubb Life

This is a Contract/Temp job

Takapuna, Auckland(Hybrid)

Lead sourcing, supplier management, and governance end-to-end
shape procurement strategy with real ownership and exposure to senior leaders
WFH / Flexible working options - Takapuna or Wellington CBD

Lead sourcing, supplier management, and governance end-to-end
shape procurement strategy with real ownership and exposure to senior leaders
WFH / Flexible working options - Takapuna or Wellington CBD

Lead procurement across Chubb NZ with real ownership, senior visibility, strategic scope, and the chance to shape a growing function.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

2d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Grants Strategist | Client Manager

at JOYN

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Remote)

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Be part of a values-led, supportive team making a real difference in the charitable sector, part-time, parental leave contract, work from home role

subClassification: FundraisingFundraising

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

15d ago

Listed eleven minutes ago

Operational Lead

at Department of Corrections

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$104,985 - 148,214 pa based on skills & experience

12-month fixed-term or secondment opportunity.
Based in Wellington.
Occasional travel required.

12-month fixed-term or secondment opportunity.
Based in Wellington.
Occasional travel required.

Provide a key operational voice for the Housing on Corrections Land (HOCL) programme.

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11m ago

Listed three days ago

Case Manager/Resolution Specialist - Fixed Term

at The People Place

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Competitive market rate salary on offer

Are you interested in helping people in dispute move towards resolution?
Do you have a legal background with experience in commercial, construction or
A highly rewarding and purposeful role, a supportive team, and great offices o

Are you interested in helping people in dispute move towards resolution?
Do you have a legal background with experience in commercial, construction or
A highly rewarding and purposeful role, a supportive team, and great offices o

Manage your own caseload. Support people in dispute and dispute resolvers. Work collaboratively with other professionals. Fixed Term contract.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

3d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Risk Programme Lead | Fixed Term (12 months)

at Intent +Purpose

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Embed risk into real delivery, not just frameworks
Work across teams, influencing leaders and outcomes
Meaningful national impact

Embed risk into real delivery, not just frameworks
Work across teams, influencing leaders and outcomes
Meaningful national impact

Lead practical risk uplift across a national organisation. Embed frameworks, shape decisions, and influence outcomes in a complex environment.

subClassification: Compliance & RiskCompliance & Risk

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

12d ago

Listed one day ago

Project & Contracts Manager

at Marlborough District Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Blenheim Central, Marlborough

$110,000 to $120,000 per annum + possible benefits

Fixed term position of 40 hours per week covering maternity leave
Work on high profile, meaningful projects that directly impact the community
Gain exposure to a diverse and interesting project portfolio

Fixed term position of 40 hours per week covering maternity leave
Work on high profile, meaningful projects that directly impact the community
Gain exposure to a diverse and interesting project portfolio

Excellent opportunity for a project professional to lead & deliver a diverse portfolio of community, civic, & commercial projects to make a difference

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed five hours ago

Financial Reporting Manager

at Cultivate – SEEK Medium Agency of the Year 2023 & 2024

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Takapuna, Auckland(Hybrid)

$160-$180k

Fixed term - 5 month contract
High Impact finance leadership role
North Shore

Fixed term - 5 month contract
High Impact finance leadership role
North Shore

Fixed-term contract: step into a high-impact finance leadership role for the next 5 month! North Shore with flexibility!

Recruited byKelly Lloyd

subClassification: Financial Managers & ControllersFinancial Managers & Controllers

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

5h ago

Listed eight hours ago

HSQE Business Partner

at Northpower Ltd

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Competitive salary + company perks
Passionate about working in the energy sector
Work with a well established brand

Competitive salary + company perks
Passionate about working in the energy sector
Work with a well established brand

We are seeking a proactive HSQE business partner to drive compliance and promote a strong safety culture across the business

subClassification: Health, Safety & EnvironmentHealth, Safety & Environment

classification: Construction(Construction)

8h ago

Listed one day ago

Kaihāpai (Contractor) – Te Akatoki

at University of Canterbury Students' Association

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ilam, Canterbury

Approx. 15 hours per week - 25 May to 27 November

Support Māori tauira as Kaihāpai for Te Akatoki, providing governance, financial and operational support in a kaupapa Māori role.

subClassification: Indigenous & Multicultural ServicesIndigenous & Multicultural Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Compliance and Risk Specialist

at The People Place

This is a Contract/Temp job

Takapuna, Auckland

Base salary + kiwisaver + supportive team

Be part of a leading, values-driven NZ organisation making a real difference
Rewarding and varied work in a supportive team environment
Modern office - right in the heart of Takapuna overlooking the beach

Be part of a leading, values-driven NZ organisation making a real difference
Rewarding and varied work in a supportive team environment
Modern office - right in the heart of Takapuna overlooking the beach

In this project role, work alongside the Risk Analyst to support key initiatives, apply your exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills

subClassification: Risk ConsultingRisk Consulting

classification: Insurance & Superannuation(Insurance & Superannuation)

21d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

People & Culture Advisor - Fixed Term

at Harcourts

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newmarket, Auckland

10-month fixed term contract
Play a key role in shaping employee experience
Be part of a thriving and values-driven organization

10-month fixed term contract
Play a key role in shaping employee experience
Be part of a thriving and values-driven organization

Join Harcourts in Auckland as a People & Culture Advisor – provide trusted HR advice, shape employee experience, and make an impact!

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

29d ago

Listed nine days ago

Commercial and Contracts Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term

at Datacom

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join the Team!
Lead negotiations with vendors, customers, and partners.
Take the next step in your career with an org that truly values its people.

We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join the Team!
Lead negotiations with vendors, customers, and partners.
Take the next step in your career with an org that truly values its people.

Datacom works with organisations and communities across Australia and New Zealand to make a difference in people’s lives.

subClassification: Sales - Pre & PostSales - Pre & Post

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

9d ago

Listed three days ago

Interface Lead

at Greater Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$105,832-$158,747 incl all benefits

Make a real impact on a high-profile, multi-agency regional programme
Build experience in complex interface and risk integration work
Work with committed partners shaping outcomes for RiverLink

Make a real impact on a high-profile, multi-agency regional programme
Build experience in complex interface and risk integration work
Work with committed partners shaping outcomes for RiverLink

Lead cross‑agency coordination, manage interface risks, and provide clear analysis to support governance decisions in a complex regional programme.

subClassification: Regional CouncilRegional Council

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Kaitohu Matua | Senior Advisor, Office of the Deputy Secretary, Regions

at Te Puni Kōkiri

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$104k - $115k p/a pro rata

Lead high‑impact Ministerial and executive advice
Influence national outcomes with strong regional insight
Fixed‑term opportunity until September 2027

Lead high‑impact Ministerial and executive advice
Influence national outcomes with strong regional insight
Fixed‑term opportunity until September 2027

Support the Office of the Deputy Secretary by providing high‑quality advice, coordination, and assurance across a broad range of responsibilities.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7h ago

Listed one day ago

Programme Implementation Director

at Department of Internal Affairs

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Make a real difference at a national scale
High profile initiative focused on protecting children and young people on-line
Lead the establishment of a multidisciplinary team providing advice to Leaders

Make a real difference at a national scale
High profile initiative focused on protecting children and young people on-line
Lead the establishment of a multidisciplinary team providing advice to Leaders

Lead the development and design of a new operational model - Make a real difference

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

1d ago

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