• Lead sophisticated infrastructure funding, financing and investment transactions
• Competitive remuneration & benefits and a genuinely supportive team culture
• Auckland CBD location with flexible working arrangements

An outstanding opportunity for a senior commercial lawyer to join a highly regarded organisation delivering some of New Zealand’s most significant infrastructure initiatives.

About the role 

National Infrastructure Funding and Financing (NIFF) is seeking an accomplished Senior Legal Counsel to join its high-performing legal team in Auckland.

This role offers the rare opportunity to work at the intersection of government, finance, infrastructure and investment, advising on complex transactions that enable the delivery of critical infrastructure across Aotearoa. You will play a key role in structuring and negotiating innovative funding and financing solutions, supporting major procurement processes, and providing strategic legal advice on matters of national significance.

Working closely with senior executives, government agencies, local authorities, private sector investors, developers and iwi partners, you will contribute to projects that drive economic growth and create lasting benefits for communities throughout New Zealand.

This position offers a broad and intellectually stimulating practice, combining sophisticated transactional work with strategic commercial, governance and policy advisory responsibilities. You will enjoy a high degree of autonomy within a collaborative, agile and purpose-driven environment.

What we’re looking for:

We are interested in speaking with commercially astute lawyers who bring:

• A minimum of 8 years’ PQE, gained within a leading law firm, in-house environment, or a combination of both
• A current New Zealand practising certificate (or eligibility to obtain one) 
• Experience advising on infrastructure projects, project finance, banking and finance, major commercial transactions, construction, public sector procurement, or related areas would be preferred/advantageous but not a prerequisite
• Proven expertise drafting, negotiating and managing complex commercial agreements involving multiple stakeholders and competing interests 
• Exceptional commercial judgement, with the ability to identify practical solutions and balance legal, commercial and strategic considerations 
• Outstanding relationship management and communication skills, with the confidence to engage credibly with senior decision-makers 
• A collaborative, pragmatic and adaptable approach, coupled with the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic environment 
• Experience working with government agencies, local authorities, iwi organisations, investors or infrastructure sector participants will be highly regarded

About the organisation
  
National Infrastructure Funding and Financing is a Crown-owned entity with a unique mandate to accelerate the delivery of infrastructure that supports thriving communities and sustainable economic growth.

NIFF partners with central and local government, iwi, developers, financiers and private sector investors to develop innovative funding and financing solutions for infrastructure projects across New Zealand. Through these partnerships, NIFF plays a critical role in enabling investment in the infrastructure needed to support future generations. As an organisation, NIFF combines commercial sophistication with a strong public purpose. It offers a collaborative, inclusive and values-driven culture where talented professionals are empowered to make a meaningful contribution to New Zealand’s future.

If you are seeking intellectually challenging work, exceptional colleagues and the opportunity to influence nationally significant projects, we would welcome a confidential discussion.

How do I apply?  

Click apply. Alternatively, contact us directly and quote reference number 1724517.  

We have a range inhouse and private practice roles for lawyers at all levels.  If this role isn’t for you but you’d like to hear what else is available, give us a call.  We’d love to hear from you.  

Kathryn Cross BMus LLB 
027 700 8049 | kathryn.cross@artemisnz.com 

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