New Zealand Law Society - Corporate and Finance Solicitor

Corporate and Finance Solicitor

  • Join a leading law firm serving clients locally, nationally and internationally 

  • Enjoy ongoing professional development and access to diverse, challenging work 

  • Benefit from flexible work arrangements and wellness initiatives 

Are you a talented lawyer looking to advance your career in a progressive, full-service law firm with a strong national and international reputation? Holland Beckett, one of New Zealand’s largest regional law firms, are now seeking solicitors to join their Corporate and Finance team. 

Founded in 1937, Holland Beckett is a dynamic and innovative firm with offices in Tauranga, Rotorua and Whakatāne and more than 160 professionals. In 2025, the firm moved into a new landmark Tauranga office in the Northern Quarter, playing an active role in revitalising the city centre. The firm combines top-level legal expertise with deep local knowledge to deliver timely, strategic, and practical advice. 

We are excited to be partnering with Holland Beckett to recruit several solicitors to join their Corporate and Finance team.  The team is led by three Partners and advises domestic and international clients across a wide range of work, including secured and unsecured finance transactions; aviation and asset finance (primarily international), project finance (energy and infrastructure), mergers and acquisitions, capital raising and venture capital funds and private equity. 

We are seeking motivated and capable NZ-admitted lawyers with 2–8 years’ PQE who are ready to take their career to the next level. The ideal candidates will bring: 

  • Strong transactional experience. 

  • Commercial acumen – a solid understanding of business, commercial realities, and risk, allowing you to provide pragmatic and commercially focussed legal advice. 

  • Exceptional client service skills – you take pride in building strong, professional relationships, understanding client needs, and delivering advice that is clear, timely, and tailored to their objectives. 

  • Excellent communication and transaction management skills – you are confident in drafting, negotiating, and managing transactions of varying complexity, keeping all parties informed and ensuring smooth progress from start to finish. 

  • Down-to-earth, collaborative, and team-oriented approach – you thrive in a supportive, inclusive environment, enjoy sharing knowledge, and contribute positively to team culture. 

Holland Beckett offers challenging and varied work with quality clients, supported by ongoing professional development and training to help you grow your expertise. The firm supports work-life balance through flexible work arrangements and provides a competitive and market-leading renumeration package with discretionary bonuses. The firm fosters a supportive and collaborative culture, offering wellness initiatives, regular social events, and career support including mentoring, coaching, study benefits, and EAP services.  

The firm is deeply committed to the community, providing opportunities for pro bono work and charitable initiatives. At Holland Beckett, you will be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative firm that values professional excellence, invests in its people and builds enduring relationships. 

Please call Liz Kennedy on +64 7 925 0446 now for a confidential conversation about your future with Holland Beckett.