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 Kirsten Dawson via kirsten.dawson@gqlaw.nz. 

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Chief Executive Officer

In an ever-changing industry, we are looking for someone to bring new perspectives and turn inspirational ideas into our reality.

Sound like you? Contact our HR Coordinator here

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Graduate Lawyer - Family Team

We require a graduate or solicitor up to one year PQE to join our highly regarded Family Team in our New Plymouth office. You will be supported by a motivated and experienced team, and in a prime position to launch your career. 

Sound like you? Read more here

Commercial Lawyer Role Available Now

Intermediate Commercial Lawyer

We require an intermediate lawyer (3+ years PQE) to join our New Plymouth based Commercial Team to work on wide ranging corporate and commercial matters, including commercial property, shareholder agreements and contract reviews.

Sound like you? Read more here

Trust Lawyer Opportunity

Lawyer - Stratford

We require a lawyer with an interest and experience in the areas of conveyancing, trusts and estates law to join our highly regarded and busy Stratford Team.  The work will be varied and there will be frequent opportunities to work closely with our teams based in New Plymouth.

Sound like you? Read more here

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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.

Sound like you? Contact our HR Coordinator here


Summer Law Clerk - Michael

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 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.

Sound like you? Contact our HR Coordinator here


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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.

Sound like you? Contact our HR Coordinator here


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