Intermediate Employment Lawyer
Posted on May 26, 2026 by Anderson Lloyd
- Christchurch, New Zealand
- N/A
- nan
- You'll be part of a nationally recognised practice advising on complex issues
- You'll have direct client contact early on and take ownership of your matters
- You'll be part of a team that genuinely collaborates and backs each other
About us
Anderson Lloyd is a large New Zealand law firm founded more than 160 years ago. The firm now has 31 partners and over 150 staff. Anderson Lloyd's success is thanks to the quality of our people. It is our expertise and passion that delivers great results for our clients. Our values define us and we are looking to align with like-minded people to help lead the legal profession into a brighter, more sustainable future.
Anderson Lloyd is the first large law firm to earn Toitū net carbonzero accreditation and is a certified Living Wage Employer. We are also recognised by NZ Lawyer as a 5-Star Employer of Choice.
Anderson Lloyd is also a regular award winner at the New Zealand Law Awards.
We do everything in our power to develop, encourage and support our people. Within our offices in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, Ōtautahi Christchurch, Ōtepoti Dunedin and Tāhuna Queenstown, we take pride in our culture of high-quality work, flexibility, inclusivity and collaborative achievement.
About the role
We are now recruiting for an Associate to join our Employment team in Christchurch.
Working alongside AJ Lodge, you will be part of a nationally recognised practice advising on complex and often sensitive workplace issues. This role offers exposure to high-quality employment law work, including contentious matters, investigations, and strategic advisory, with direct client contact and early responsibility.
You will work closely with the team on a broad range of matters, while also developing your own practice within a supportive, high-performing team that is known for its pragmatic, solutions-focused approach.
What you will bring
Successful candidates will have at least 4 - 6 years’ post-qualification experience with a background in employment law, litigation, or a closely aligned advisory practice.
You will be commercially minded and confident engaging directly with clients, with the ability to navigate complex and often sensitive workplace issues with sound judgement. Strong communication skills are essential, as is the ability to build trust quickly with clients across a range of industries and organisational levels.
You will bring excellent analytical capability and attention to detail, alongside a practical, solutions-focused approach to legal issues. Experience in disputes, investigations, or advisory work involving people, governance, or organisational change will be highly regarded.
Why Anderson Lloyd
Anderson Lloyd is committed to providing equitable employment opportunities. We recognise that people from varying backgrounds bring valuable diversity through a range of worthwhile ideas and innovations to our working practices and business. Encouraging everyone at the firm to respect the individuality of their colleagues and to feel comfortable in making their own contribution is part of our values and critical to our business success.
We seek to provide equal opportunities to people from all backgrounds in recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment (including pay, promotion and training) and in our approach to every other aspect of employment.
If you would like to apply for this position, please attach a copy of your CV and covering letter.
Anderson Lloyd is a large New Zealand law firm founded more than 160 years ago. The firm now has 31 partners and over 150 staff. Anderson Lloyd's success is thanks to the quality of our people. It is our expertise and passion that delivers great results for our clients. Our values define us and we are looking to align with like-minded people to help lead the legal profession into a brighter, more sustainable future.
Anderson Lloyd is the first large law firm to earn Toitū net carbonzero accreditation and is a certified Living Wage Employer. We are also recognised by NZ Lawyer as a 5-Star Employer of Choice.
Anderson Lloyd is also a regular award winner at the New Zealand Law Awards.
We do everything in our power to develop, encourage and support our people. Within our offices in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, Ōtautahi Christchurch, Ōtepoti Dunedin and Tāhuna Queenstown, we take pride in our culture of high-quality work, flexibility, inclusivity and collaborative achievement.
About the role
We are now recruiting for an Associate to join our Employment team in Christchurch.
Working alongside AJ Lodge, you will be part of a nationally recognised practice advising on complex and often sensitive workplace issues. This role offers exposure to high-quality employment law work, including contentious matters, investigations, and strategic advisory, with direct client contact and early responsibility.
You will work closely with the team on a broad range of matters, while also developing your own practice within a supportive, high-performing team that is known for its pragmatic, solutions-focused approach.
What you will bring
Successful candidates will have at least 4 - 6 years’ post-qualification experience with a background in employment law, litigation, or a closely aligned advisory practice.
You will be commercially minded and confident engaging directly with clients, with the ability to navigate complex and often sensitive workplace issues with sound judgement. Strong communication skills are essential, as is the ability to build trust quickly with clients across a range of industries and organisational levels.
You will bring excellent analytical capability and attention to detail, alongside a practical, solutions-focused approach to legal issues. Experience in disputes, investigations, or advisory work involving people, governance, or organisational change will be highly regarded.
Why Anderson Lloyd
Anderson Lloyd is committed to providing equitable employment opportunities. We recognise that people from varying backgrounds bring valuable diversity through a range of worthwhile ideas and innovations to our working practices and business. Encouraging everyone at the firm to respect the individuality of their colleagues and to feel comfortable in making their own contribution is part of our values and critical to our business success.
We seek to provide equal opportunities to people from all backgrounds in recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment (including pay, promotion and training) and in our approach to every other aspect of employment.
If you would like to apply for this position, please attach a copy of your CV and covering letter.
Advertised until:
June 25, 2026
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