Turner Hopkins is a thriving general practice, located near the beach in Takapuna, with 3 Partners, 4 Principals and a total staff of 40. Professional development, stimulating work and an active social club are just some of the reasons why you should consider your next career move with us.
Join a firm that cares about your career goals
Turner Hopkins has been providing legal services for almost 100 years and has an enviable reputation as one of Auckland's most successful and highly regarded non-CBD practices. We offer our employees a genuine work/life balance with flexibility that supports staff members in their outside work activities . At the same time conditions and remuneration are on par with those offered in central city practices.
Our working environment is extremely welcoming, friendly and supportive, situated in bustling Takapuna (just one block away from Auckland's best beach).
Your Future - Our Commitment
We understand that candidates have choices and so anyone that choses to work to us will, in return, receive our commitment to the following:
A welcoming work environment, where we value the importance of achieving a good work/life balance.
Access to further learning opportunities, through internal and external CPD programs.
Access to the right tools for the job and a commitment to exploring new technologies.
Support from other staff including colleagues, managers and Partners.
Your ideas will be listened to - we value everyone’s input in to creating the best place to work and we encourage you to share your ideas with the team.
Providing an active social environment, so you can get to know your colleagues and have fun along the way.
These are just a few of the commitments we make to all of our staff, with a view to building the best legal team in New Zealand. We also know that moving between roles can be an unsettling time, and we have that covered with a clear, friendly and practical onboarding process.
Meet The Team
Current Opportunities
Browse our current vacancies below and if you like what you see, get in touch with our HR team via the link below. Please make sure you send us your current CV and a cover letter or introductory email. Please also quote the specific job title you are applying for. All applications are treated in confidence.
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We are looking for a Commercial Lawyer to join us, in our fantastic, new offices, located in Takapuna.
We are hoping to attract someone with three to five years of PQE experience, where the right candidate will have the opportunity to advance their technical skills and professional development.
There will be scope for you to develop your leadership skills, by working with one or more of the Partners in managing and building the commercial team.
Alternatively if you have five to seven years PQE and already have an established client base (or be able to build one), this role could be just what you are looking for.
We are looking for candidates with excellent technical and legal skills, and an ability to manage and develop long-lasting client relationships.
We have the office, location, team and support - you bring the skills, energy and enthusiasm.
Contact us today (sue.williams-warren@turnerhopkins.co.nz) for a confidential discussion.
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Professional development, stimulating work and an active social club are just some of the reasons why you should consider your next career move with us.
About the Role:
This role is a critical part of this busy team. You will directly support the Managing Partner, Michael Robinson, as well as work closely with another legal secretarial support member to provide occasional assistance to 1 Principal and 2 solicitors at differing stages of their careers.
You will be responsible for:
- Supporting a wide range of administrative tasks within the team;
- Working with other members of the team to reduce the administrative load of the Partner and Solicitors wherever possible;
- Communicating with clients where appropriate ensuring they have an incredible customer experience;
- Juggling a number of priorities on any given day.
Ideally you would have:
- Proven experience as an EA/Legal Secretary within a busy Law firm - (Relationship Property/Dispute Resolution/Debt Recovery and Mediation experience desirable but not essential);
- Attention to detail;
- Typing speed of 50 words per minute or higher;
- A great attitude and a sense of humour;
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality;
- Prior experience with Infinity Law or similar document management system.
If this sounds like the role for you and you wish to work in beautiful Takapuna, a stone's throw from the beach, in lovely new premises, then please contact Sue Williams-Warren - Operations Manager: sue.williams-warren@turnerhopkins.co.nz
Or call +64-9-486-2169
