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Construction Senior Associate

13 hours, 13 minutes ago
New Zealand
Full-time
Senior
Legal Counsel
Project and Program Management
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LegalVision

LegalVision

LegalVision is a tech-driven commercial law firm revolutionizing legal services in Australia with a focus on innovation and cost-effective solutions for businesses.

Specialized Consumer Services
51-250
Founded 2012
$6M raised
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Description

  • Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts including NZS 3910, NZS 3916, NZ 3604-based contracts, Residential Building Contracts, Consultancy Agreements, and Subcontractor Agreements.
  • Advise clients on contract procurement strategies.
  • Assist with contractual claims and contract interpretation.
  • Advise clients on regulatory and compliance matters including security of payment claims, the Construction Contracts Act 2002, the Building Act 2004, Licensed Building Practitioner requirements, and related licensing rules.
  • Build and own client relationships as the primary point of contact and trusted legal adviser.
  • Identify opportunities to add value to clients and support their business success.
  • Contribute to team and business growth through articles, external webinars, and internal LV Academy training sessions.
  • Work across construction, infrastructure, and commercial matters for SME, mid-market, and enterprise clients.
  • Run matters autonomously while balancing multiple client priorities.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in a reputable legal environment, in-house, private practice, or both.
  • Demonstrated experience in front-end construction and infrastructure matters.
  • Additional experience in general commercial contracts is highly valued.
  • Ability to explain complex legal issues in a clear, practical, and commercially accessible way to non-legal stakeholders.
  • Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple client priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues.
  • Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively within a high-performing team.
  • Commercial awareness and a solutions-oriented mindset.
  • Experience in New Zealand construction law is relevant to the role.
  • Willingness to work fully remotely within New Zealand or hybrid from Christchurch.

Benefits

  • Fully remote role from anywhere in New Zealand, with hybrid work available in Christchurch.
  • Access to coworking spaces and a dedicated Christchurch office.
  • Home office setup allowance.
  • Flexible work with strong autonomy.
  • Opportunities to build people management and supervision skills.
  • Paid additional LV Leave days, plus paid birthday leave, volunteering leave, and parental leave.
  • Annual budget for external learning and development.

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