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Senior Legal Counsel - Fletcher Building - Auckland

Senior Legal Counsel

· Join one of New Zealand’s largest listed companies

· A broad role encompassing a range of corporate commercial work

· Thrive in an environment of collaboration and continuous improvement working on innovative new projects

Enjoy being part of a fantastic team of colleagues who will support you in your development and in turn benefit from your positive input.

 

About the role

Reporting to the divisional General Counsel you will provide legal advice and support primarily to the Corporate and NZ Business Divisions of Fletcher Building. You will support the operational and management teams of Fletcher Building, with a principal focus on the Corporate and NZ Business Divisions.

You will engage in a broad range of general commercial matters and be comfortable dealing with new and unique legal issues. This is a fast-paced role where you work on a diverse range of legal matters, including general commercial and corporate matters, M&A projects, HSE, procurement, marketing, licensing & distribution, information technology, disputes, to competition, sustainability, and innovation matters. You will also manage an IP portfolio – a great mix awaits you!

 

Enjoy being part of a fantastic team of colleagues who will support you in your development and in turn benefit from your positive input.

 

What we’re looking for:

· Upwards of 6 years’ PQE, with a background in general corporate/commercial law, with an interest in M&A and IP matters

· High quality private practice and (ideally although not essential) inhouse experience, and a current NZ legal practising certificate

· A strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to develop relationships of trust and confidence at all levels of the business

 

About the company

Fletcher Building is dual listed on the NZX and ASX and employs over 14,000 people in New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific. Their operations span manufacturing, distribution and retail, home building, and major construction and infrastructure projects.

Committed to developing the capability of their people, this is your opportunity to join an award-winning legal team in a values centric business that helps communities thrive every day.

 

How do I apply?

Click HERE.

Alternatively, contact us directly and quote reference number 1263069.

 

Kathryn Cross BMus LLB 027 700 8049 | [email protected]

 

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