Legal Counsel Full Time Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Legal Counsel

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High-impact newly created role at one of NZ's most dynamic fintech businesses.
Operating as the legal lead and working directly with the founders.
Fast-paced and diverse role for a confident and commercially sharp lawyer.

High-impact newly created role at one of NZ's most dynamic fintech businesses.
Operating as the legal lead and working directly with the founders.
Fast-paced and diverse role for a confident and commercially sharp lawyer.

BlackBull Markets is searching for a commercially astute Legal Counsel to join the team during this exciting phase of growth.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

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Senior Legal Counsel - Litigation and Investigations

at ASB Bank Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

provide sound, timely and pragmatic legal advice to internal stakeholders
Managing and advising investigations and regulatory matters
10+ years in relevant practice areas, ideally incl litigation and investigations

provide sound, timely and pragmatic legal advice to internal stakeholders
Managing and advising investigations and regulatory matters
10+ years in relevant practice areas, ideally incl litigation and investigations

We’re looking for three experienced Senior Lawyers to join our Legal Services team on a 12‑mth contract, supporting complex regulatory investigations.

subClassification: Litigation & Dispute ResolutionLitigation & Dispute Resolution

classification: Legal(Legal)

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Listed two days ago

In-House Legal Counsel | Commercial

at CoLegal

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Circa $110k-$160k + benefits

3-10 years PQE (full time preferred but part time will be considered)
2 days WFH + bonuses + good working hours
Close knit and collaborative team with room for growth

3-10 years PQE (full time preferred but part time will be considered)
2 days WFH + bonuses + good working hours
Close knit and collaborative team with room for growth

Exciting in-house legal opportunity within a dynamic FMCG business where you can get involved in a variety of commercial legal matters

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

2d ago

Listed four days ago

Legal Counsel

at Indevin Ltd

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland(Hybrid)

Iconic Villa Maria brand | Ongoing career development
Join a supportive team and play a key role in our general consel team
Salary + Phone + Allowances + Southern Cross Health Insurance

Iconic Villa Maria brand | Ongoing career development
Join a supportive team and play a key role in our general consel team
Salary + Phone + Allowances + Southern Cross Health Insurance

We are seeking a Legal Counsel to support the Group General Counsel by providing practical, commercially focused legal advice.

subClassification: Corporate & Commercial LawCorporate & Commercial Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Legal Counsel

at Wilco

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

High-impact newly created role at one of NZ's most dynamic fintech businesses.
Operating as the legal lead and working directly with the founders.
Fast-paced and diverse role for a confident and commercially sharp lawyer.

High-impact newly created role at one of NZ's most dynamic fintech businesses.
Operating as the legal lead and working directly with the founders.
Fast-paced and diverse role for a confident and commercially sharp lawyer.

BlackBull Markets is searching for a commercially astute Legal Counsel to join the team during this exciting phase of growth.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

5d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Senior Legal Counsel - Commercial

at The University of Auckland

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive salary + 5 weeks leave + 6.75% super

World-class organisation with a world-class portfolio
Support a broad range of legal work as part of a collegial, purpose-driven team.
Great benefits

World-class organisation with a world-class portfolio
Support a broad range of legal work as part of a collegial, purpose-driven team.
Great benefits

Unique opportunity to apply your In-house Commercial law expertise in a values-led institution committed to academic freedom, equity and impact.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

14h ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Legal Counsel

at Giltrap Group Holdings Limited

This is a Full time job

Grey Lynn, Auckland(Hybrid)

Competitive Salary + Bonus + Company Car

Broad Legal Counsel role with variety, autonomy and scope to make a real impact
Flexible 32 hours p/w opportunity to support a work-life balance
Join a family-owned NZ organisation with a strong people-first culture

Broad Legal Counsel role with variety, autonomy and scope to make a real impact
Flexible 32 hours p/w opportunity to support a work-life balance
Join a family-owned NZ organisation with a strong people-first culture

A chance to be a trusted legal advisor in a respected NZ business, adding real value across commercial decisions!

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Legal Counsel – Business Enabler & Legal Innovator

at Electric Kiwi

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Use law as a launchpad for big ideas, not a roadblock.
Make strategic impact - don’t settle for being a cog in the machine.
Dogs, ocean views, good coffee, and flexible vibes are part of the ride.

Use law as a launchpad for big ideas, not a roadblock.
Make strategic impact - don’t settle for being a cog in the machine.
Dogs, ocean views, good coffee, and flexible vibes are part of the ride.

Epic opportunity for a rock-star lawyer in a really cool company, disrupting the industry.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

3d ago

Listed seven days ago

Senior Legal Counsel

at Sport NZ Group

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This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Senior Legal Counsel providing strategic public, corporate and privacy law advice to support integrity and governance at Sport NZ.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

7d ago

Listed ten days ago

Legal Counsel – Animal Management

at Gallagher

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Lake, Waikato(Hybrid)

High-impact legal role, global reach, HQ vibe

Rare, high-impact in-house role with global exposure
Supportive, high-performing legal team (ILANZ Small In-House finalist)
Global exposure across technology, SaaS, and ag tech markets

Rare, high-impact in-house role with global exposure
Supportive, high-performing legal team (ILANZ Small In-House finalist)
Global exposure across technology, SaaS, and ag tech markets

A rare opportunity to step into a dynamic legal role spanning commercial, technology, and global legal matters with the ability to make a real impact

subClassification: Corporate & Commercial LawCorporate & Commercial Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

10d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Legal Counsel

at Avanti Finance

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

True all‑rounder role – exposure to the full breadth of in‑house legal work
Opportunity to grow with the business, particularly in funding and investment
Strong General Counsel mentorship with autonomy and trust to run matters

True all‑rounder role – exposure to the full breadth of in‑house legal work
Opportunity to grow with the business, particularly in funding and investment
Strong General Counsel mentorship with autonomy and trust to run matters

At Avanti, our legal team punches well above its weight. We’re high‑performing, genuinely supportive, and deeply embedded in the business.

subClassification: Corporate & Commercial LawCorporate & Commercial Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

20d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

General Counsel

at DB Breweries Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Otahuhu, Auckland

Free health, life, and income protection insurance.
Generous employee discount at Star Hospitality venues.
Enjoyment of Life leave — an extra paid day each year to do something you love.

Free health, life, and income protection insurance.
Generous employee discount at Star Hospitality venues.
Enjoyment of Life leave — an extra paid day each year to do something you love.

Join DB Breweries as our General Counsel and lead the New Zealand Legal function across our integrated brewing and hospitality businesses.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

26d ago

Listed five days ago

Legal Counsel

at Perpetual Guardian

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Medical and Life insurance package included

Medical and Life Insurance
Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team
Continuous learning opportunities

Medical and Life Insurance
Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team
Continuous learning opportunities

Exciting opportunity to join NZs leading provider in Estate Planning and Family Office

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Legal(Legal)

5d ago

Listed ten days ago

Legal Counsel

at Fluid Legal

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury(Remote)

Provide trusted, commercial legal advice across a dynamic NZ business.
Nelson HQ or remote, Christchurch/Blenheim preferred.
Solve complex legal challenges and influence business growth.

Provide trusted, commercial legal advice across a dynamic NZ business.
Nelson HQ or remote, Christchurch/Blenheim preferred.
Solve complex legal challenges and influence business growth.

Are you an experienced commercial lawyer who thrives on solving complex legal challenges while enabling business growth?

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

10d ago

Listed thirteen hours ago

Senior Legal Counsel - Public Law

at The University of Auckland

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive salary + 5 weeks leave + 6.75% super

World-class organisation with a world-class portfolio
Support a broad range of legal work as part of a collegial, purpose-driven team.
Great benefits

World-class organisation with a world-class portfolio
Support a broad range of legal work as part of a collegial, purpose-driven team.
Great benefits

This is a unique opportunity to apply your public law expertise in a values-led institution committed to academic freedom, equity and impact.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

13h ago

Listed twenty days ago

Senior Legal Counsel - Litigation and Investigations

at ASB Bank Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

provide sound, timely and pragmatic legal advice to internal stakeholders
Managing and advising investigations and regulatory matters
10+ years in relevant practice areas, ideally incl litigation and investigations

provide sound, timely and pragmatic legal advice to internal stakeholders
Managing and advising investigations and regulatory matters
10+ years in relevant practice areas, ideally incl litigation and investigations

We’re looking for three experienced Senior Lawyers to join our Legal Services team on a 12‑mth contract, supporting complex regulatory investigations.

subClassification: Litigation & Dispute ResolutionLitigation & Dispute Resolution

classification: Legal(Legal)

20d ago

Listed eleven days ago