Senior Solicitor

Build your career in Southland with PRLaw

This is an exciting opportunity for a capable lawyer looking to take the next steps in their career within a firm that offers genuine progression opportunities, meaningful client relationships, and a supportive, collaborative team environment.

PRLaw is a well-established Southland law firm known for its strong community connections, and down-to-earth culture, and longstanding client relationships. With offices in Invercargill, Winton, Te Anau, and Wyndham, we are proud to provide trusted legal services across the Southland region.

Location

While the role is based in PRLaw’s head office in Invercargill, flexible working arrangements and location options will be considered.

Invercargill offers an outstanding lifestyle with an affordable cost of living, short commute times, and easy access to some of New Zealand’s best outdoor destinations.

About the Role

• The opportunity to build and manage your own client relationships while working autonomously with the support of experienced and approachable Directors and colleagues
• You will work across a varied range of matter, provide practical and solutions-focused advice, and contribute positively to a collaborative team environment.

About You

You will ideally have 3+ years’ PQE and be a practical, client-focused lawyer with strong technical ability and sound professional judgement. Experience in areas such as property and conveyancing, commercial law, rural and agribusiness matters, trusts and estates, or general private client work would be an advantage.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Organised and commercially aware
• Client focused with excellent communication skills
• Motivated to continue developing their career
• Able to work autonomously while contributing positively to the wider team

Why Join Us

• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Competitive remuneration and rewards package.
• High-quality and varied work
• Meaningful long-term client relationships
• A supportive and collaborative team culture
• Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities

Interested?

If you are looking to build a rewarding long-term career within a supportive and progressive regional firm, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV and covering letter outlining your experience and areas of interest to ***email_hidden***. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

We are also happy to have a confidential conversation with lawyers who may not be actively looking but are interested in learning more.