Corporate Lawyer

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Here at BNZ, it's about more than just banking. We work together in an agile, energising environment to create innovative solutions through our promise "If you can imagine a better future, let's find a way."

We support wellbeing, flexible working and have a generous leave offering. There is the opportunity for growth, learning and career development. No two days are the same.

Ko mātou tēnei | This is Us

We have an exciting opportunity for a lawyer to join the BNZ legal team. This role will suit someone keen to move to an in-house role working in an agile, energising environment in a supportive & collaborative team!

This is an Auckland or Wellington based hybrid role with a minimum of three days per week in the office and the ability to work flexibly for the remainder.

Mō te Tūranga | About the Role

We sat down with our Head of Legal - Corporate & Enterprise Services (who you'd report to), and he let us know the following about the role:

What are some day-to-day tasks the role will be responsible for?

Delivering appropriate legal support and advice to BNZ in relation to:

• Contracts with suppliers and our parent company (National Australia Bank)

• Key business relationships, joint ventures, and other commercial arrangements

• Fintech and payments

• BNZ Finance and Treasury matters

• Policies, procedures, and effective governance

• Compliance with, and the impact and implementation of, laws and regulations

What is the team culture and environment like?

We’re a close-knit team who are dedicated to providing high quality, pragmatic legal advice to help our colleagues and customers succeed. We believe in mutual respect, open communication and a shared commitment to excellence. We want to help you learn, grow, and develop your career.

What is your management style?

I focus on being a collaborative and supportive team. I work to create a trusting environment where people feels empowered to take ownership, share their ideas, and develop new skills and expertise. I believe in building strong relationships so we can succeed together.

What attributes will this person display in order to be successful in this role?

• Excellent communication skills (including an ability to write concisely and clearly).

• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to assess complex issues and give pragmatic advice.

• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders, and to work collaboratively within a team.

• Ability to work independently with support from more senior members of the team.

What is your favourite thing about working for BNZ?

Being part of a team that genuinely supports each other while doing interesting and meaningful work. Everyone wants to succeed together and to make a positive difference for our organisation, our customers and our communities. Plus we have great benefits including flexible working, six weeks' annual leave, and free health and life insurance.

What do we want you to know before you apply?

To be successful is this role you must have:

• 4+ years’ post-qualification legal experience

• New Zealand legal experience at a reputable law firm and/or corporate, preferably in banking & financial services

• Currently enrolled as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand.

Nau Mai ki te Pēke o Aotearoa | Come to the Bank of New Zealand

This is an exciting opportunity to join us!  We're bold thinkers who are taking brave steps to create a company that people want to work for, and customers want to bank with. If you're ready to join a fun organisation where we are proud of our culture and how we are helping New Zealander's to 'Find their way', then show your interest by submitting your application - we can't wait to read it. 

Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini" - Success is not the work of an individual, but the work of many.”