Lead Java Developer Legal Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

This is a featured job

Head of Legal

at Halter

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Work for a kiwi startup creating innovative, world first technology
Opportunity for rapid development and career progression
Unlimited leave, ESOP, free office snacks & a yearly growth fund

Work for a kiwi startup creating innovative, world first technology
Opportunity for rapid development and career progression
Unlimited leave, ESOP, free office snacks & a yearly growth fund

Halter is flipping the livestock world on its head. We’re scaling fast across NZ, Aus, and the US, and the stakes are high.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

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This is a featured job

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)

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Listed twenty days ago

Legal Subject Matter Expert

at RELX

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Legal writer, commercial lawyer looking for something new, AI

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

20d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Head of Legal

at Halter

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Work for a kiwi startup creating innovative, world first technology
Opportunity for rapid development and career progression
Unlimited leave, ESOP, free office snacks & a yearly growth fund

Work for a kiwi startup creating innovative, world first technology
Opportunity for rapid development and career progression
Unlimited leave, ESOP, free office snacks & a yearly growth fund

Halter is flipping the livestock world on its head. We’re scaling fast across NZ, Aus, and the US, and the stakes are high.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

27d ago

Listed six 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)

6d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Legal Secretary - PwC Legal

at PricewaterhouseCoopers

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive Package + Enhanced Leave Options

Learn new skills and stretch into new opportunities
Work with industry leaders and learn from the best
Be empowered with the latest AI and digital tools

Learn new skills and stretch into new opportunities
Work with industry leaders and learn from the best
Be empowered with the latest AI and digital tools

Work closely with our PwC Legal Partners and the wider team as a trusted right hand.

subClassification: Legal SecretariesLegal Secretaries

classification: Legal(Legal)

26d ago

Listed twenty one 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)

21d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Legal Counsel

at Chorus

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Be part of a legal team that champions innovation, impact and real change.
Grow your career in a team that values curiosity & learning.
Shape Aotearoa's future through varied regulatory and commercial legal mahi.

Be part of a legal team that champions innovation, impact and real change.
Grow your career in a team that values curiosity & learning.
Shape Aotearoa's future through varied regulatory and commercial legal mahi.

Grow your legal career at Chorus - contribute to meaningful regulatory and commercial work that supports Aotearoa's digital future.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Legal(Legal)

23d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Juno Lawyer

at Juno Legal

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Substantive in-house work with real responsibility
Professional autonomy, backed by experienced peers
Variety across organisations, without compromise on standards

Substantive in-house work with real responsibility
Professional autonomy, backed by experienced peers
Variety across organisations, without compromise on standards

For experienced in-house lawyers (10+ PQE) trusted to embed quickly, lead substantive work, and deliver clear, commercial judgement.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

28d ago

Listed four hours ago

Associate / Senior Associate / Special Counsel, First Response

at Atmos Holdings Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Associate-Special Counsel role leading real-time cyber and privacy incident response across legal, technical and reputational risk

subClassification: Legal Practice ManagementLegal Practice Management

classification: Legal(Legal)

4h ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Mid-Senior Legal Counsel - Technology

at PricewaterhouseCoopers

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Discover a life that works for you with our inclusive, flexible culture
Purpose-led work with real impact for Aotearoa New Zealand
Shape solutions that impact businesses and society

Discover a life that works for you with our inclusive, flexible culture
Purpose-led work with real impact for Aotearoa New Zealand
Shape solutions that impact businesses and society

Join PwC NZ as a Mid–Senior Legal Counsel (Technology)! Lead complex tech deals, shape AI/privacy frameworks, and drive smart commercial outcomes.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

27d ago

Listed five days ago

Solicitor - Banking

at Anthony Harper

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Genuine hands on experience with early client exposure and partner access
Broad, high quality banking work across a diverse client base
Supportive, collaborative team with strong career development

Genuine hands on experience with early client exposure and partner access
Broad, high quality banking work across a diverse client base
Supportive, collaborative team with strong career development

Grow your career with quality work, early client exposure and a supportive team that backs your development.

subClassification: Banking & Finance LawBanking & Finance Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

5d ago

Listed twenty 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)

20h ago

Listed twelve days ago

(Not just a) Lawyer

at Waitemata Community Law Centre

This is a Full time job

Henderson, Auckland

$68,000 – $95,000 per year

Outstanding life/work balance with ‘work stays at work’ culture.
Fast paced, high tempo role that makes a difference.
Use your law degree for good!

Outstanding life/work balance with ‘work stays at work’ culture.
Fast paced, high tempo role that makes a difference.
Use your law degree for good!

Are you a lawyer with 1-6 years PQE looking for a new role that isn’t *just* an ordinary ‘Lawyer’ job? This might just be the job for you.

subClassification: Generalists - Law FirmGeneralists - Law Firm

classification: Legal(Legal)

12d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Finance Senior Solicitor / Senior Associate

at Chapman Tripp

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Competitive salary, healthcare + benefits

Challenging, quality, diverse work for top tier clients
Supportive and inclusive workplace with great leadership, training & mentoring
Join Chambers' 2025 APAC Firm of the Year!

Challenging, quality, diverse work for top tier clients
Supportive and inclusive workplace with great leadership, training & mentoring
Join Chambers' 2025 APAC Firm of the Year!

Bring your infra experience to this busy project finance role, working with leading lawyers on varied projects and matters for high profile clients.

subClassification: Banking & Finance LawBanking & Finance Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

28d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Legal Project Services Coordinator

at Chapman Tripp

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Competitive Salary, Great Team / Work & Benefits!

Competitive salary + wellbeing allowance + great benefits
High-performing, yet social, fun and welcoming team
Develop your professional services career with NZ's leading large law firm

Competitive salary + wellbeing allowance + great benefits
High-performing, yet social, fun and welcoming team
Develop your professional services career with NZ's leading large law firm

Fantastic fixed-term opportunity to expand your admin/coordination experience in a top tier legal firm supporting on commercial & litigation projects.

subClassification: Legal SecretariesLegal Secretaries

classification: Legal(Legal)

12d ago

Listed five days ago

Legal Advisor | Kaitātari Ture

at Criminal Cases Review Commission (Te Kāhui Tātari Ture)

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Hybrid)

$96,722 - $113,790

Have impact and influence on a still developing area of law.
Flexible working, 5 weeks annual leave and ongoing professional development.
Ongoing professional development opportunities.

Have impact and influence on a still developing area of law.
Flexible working, 5 weeks annual leave and ongoing professional development.
Ongoing professional development opportunities.

Work on some of the most interesting and complex cases in the criminal justice system within a values-driven team, committed to the pursuit of justice

subClassification: Criminal & Civil LawCriminal & Civil Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

5d ago

Listed four days ago