Associate Property & Commercial Lawyer - New Plymouth
Work alongside respected Partners, lead meaningful client relationships, and grow your career with one of Taranaki's well established law firms!
Competitive salary + health insurance
Flexibility to support work life balance, including work from home options
Work closely with highly experienced Partners
Supportive, down-to-earth and genuinely collaborative team
Newly created role offering long term career growth and development opportunities
Be part of a growing and progressive firm
Regular team connection, culture initiatives and social events
The Role
You will work closely with both of our property & commercial partners and solicitors across a wide range of clients throughout Taranaki. We work with many of Taranaki's largest businesses, across local authorities, manufacturing, energy, developers, and construction, and a broad range of SMEs and private individuals.
This broad client base will let you use your property and commercial experience, deepen your expertise, and take on new opportunities to excel. From time to time, you will also have opportunity to work on and gain exposure on civil litigation matters with our employment & disputes team.
Your skills and experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, plain‑language advice to a diverse client base.
Proven experience in commercial leasing (drafting, reviewing, negotiating) for both landlords and tenants, including resolving issues.
Broad experience in commercial and property matters, including general conveyancing, transactions, subdivisions, due diligence, title issues, and structuring.
Expertise in entity formation, asset protection, and personal planning (Wills, Estates, and EPOAs).
Experience advising on business succession planning and implementing practical, fit-for-purpose structures.
Strong technical drafting skills, including preparing bespoke Deeds and complex legal documentation.
Experience advising on banking and finance matters, including complex lending, security arrangements, and funding structures.
Any experience in relationship property or mortgagee sales is a plus.
What we're looking for
Someone who wants to mentor and support junior property and commercial lawyers.
Strong technical property and commercial law experience and the ability to work independently, show initiative and take on responsibility as you develop into a leader in property and commercial law at ABMM.
An ability to build strong and trusted relationships as well as develop new business and contribute to ongoing growth.
Demonstrates a strong track record of delivery results, taking ownership and following through on commitments.
Who are we
We're ABMM. A tight-knit team dedicated to providing remarkable legal services that deliver outstanding outcomes for our clients. We specialise in commercial, property and employment law.
Over three decades, we have built an enviable reputation for providing practical, timely, and valuable legal advice when it matters most.
We're curious, professional and helpful - but what sets us apart from other firms is our commitment to being weasel-free - you'll find out what this means later... (FYI, it doesn't involve real weasels).
Our property and commercial team provide practical, strategic and commercially focused legal advice to Taranaki businesses and individuals across a wide range of sectors. We are all about building strong relationships, understanding what matters most to our clients, and helping them make confident decisions without the unnecessary legal jargon. We also work closely with accountants and other trusted advisers to deliver practical advice that genuinely adds value.
Joining the ABMM Team
We're helpful, professional, curious and proudly weasel-free. Weasel free means we make and meet commitments, we're upfront and give clear advice without unnecessary legal jargon or "Weasel Words" (like, "it depends"). It's an ethos we carry through into everything we do.
We love seeing our people thrive and will support your professional development as well as provide the guidance, support and tools to achieve your goals.
You will have the chance to be part of our growth journey and work closely on meaningful business changes that genuinely improve client outcomes. You'll be encouraged to bring fresh ideas to the table and will have the opportunity to lead, or be actively involved in, business improvement projects. Join us at this exciting time and take the opportunity to make a difference for the firm and our clients.
Ready to join a proudly weasel free team? Apply now with your CV and cover letter or contact our recruitment partner on 0800 HR FOR U for a confidential chat.