Current Opportunities
At Govett Quilliam, we are always keen to hear from talented people interested in joining our team. Whether or not we have current vacancies below, get in touch. We're a busy place and opportunities always exist.
If you are a lawyer, law graduate, legal executive or a legal support person and believe you have the necessary attributes to join us, we would be interested in hearing from you.
Please contact our HR Coordinator, Kirsten Dawson via kirsten.dawson@gqlaw.nz.
Lawyer - Personal Planning
We require a lawyer with 3+ years’ P.A.E. to join our highly regarded and busy Personal Planning Team. We are looking for a confident and proactive candidate with a flair for initiative and a natural personable approach essential to supporting our clients.
Working alongside a dedicated team, you will be someone who demonstrates integrity and drive.
Lawyer - Corporate & Commercial
We require a lawyer with 2-3 years’ P.A.E. to join our Corporate & Commercial Team. Led by two Partners, this is a fantastic opportunity for you to gain exposure to wide-ranging corporate and commercial matters
Graduate - Corporate & Commercial
We have an exciting opportunity for a graduate to join our highly regarded Corporate & Commercial Team. With an incredibly motivated, supportive and experienced team working alongside you, you will be in a prime position to launch your career.
Graduate - Rural Team
We have an exciting opportunity for a graduate to join our Rural Team based in Inglewood. With a motivated and supportive team working alongside you, you will be in a prime position to launch your career.
Legal Executive - Corporate & Commercial
We require an experienced Legal Executive to join our busy Corporate & Commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to manage a varied portfolio of clients in a flexible and forward-thinking team environment. You will be supported by two partners, and the work will involve a wide range of corporate and commercial matters.
Legal Executive - Stratford
We require an experienced Legal Executive to join our conveyancing, rural and trusts team in Stratford.
This is a fantastic opportunity for you to manage a varied portfolio of clients in a flexible and forward-thinking team environment. You will be supported by a consultant, a senior associate, and two lawyers, and the work will involve a wide range of rural, residential and commercial matters.
Team Experience & Administration Support
GQ is passionate about providing an exceptional client and team experience. The Team Experience & Administration Support is a busy and varied role that supports the wider team in our vibrant law firm by ensuring that operations behind-the-scenes are running smoothly.
Graduates
If you are in your final year or have recently graduated and are interested in a permanent position at GQ, we would love to hear from you.
Summer Law Clerks
We are always keen to nurture new talent and are pleased to be able to offer Summer Law Clerk roles.
Ideally, you should already have completed your second or third year studying Law and be available for a period of 1-3 months, starting in December. You will have the opportunity to work within a dynamic, forward-thinking team, carrying out research and supporting lawyers in their day-to-day work.
Work Experience
We offer work experience to High School students who have an interest in working in law and who would like a taste of being a legal professional before embarking on the next stage of their education.
Taranaki - Go no further
Taranaki has played a foundational role throughout Aotearoa New Zealand’s history.
Today we’re leading the drive towards a prosperous and sustainable future with fresh thinking and an innovative spirit. Vibrant and stunningly beautiful, our ancestral Maunga guides and protects us, stretching to the Tasman sea and an endless horizon. A horizon we’re looking beyond.
Our Core Values - What we live by
We strive to deliver the best advice, service and experience. We embrace excellence in everything that we do.
Embody Excellence
Community connection, care and contribution. We value and nurture authentic relationships.
Relationships First
We are trustworthy, honest and passionate. We are real people who are committed to acting always in our client's best interests.
Build Trust
Empowerment, enjoyment and engagement. We encourage and empower each other to make the most of opportunities and enjoy the experience.
Live and Work Well
Progressive and professional. We are forward thinking and future focused.
Champion Innovation