• 5-minute commute to the office, walk on the beach during your lunch break
• Affordable housing that provides you and your family with more lifestyle opportunities
• Diverse portfolio of legal work from an urban and regional client base
• South Canterbury based

The perfect role in Timaru – gateway to the outdoors.  Join a highly successful law firm with excellent career growth pathways.

About Gresson Dorman & Co

Gresson Dorman & Co have been part of the South Canterbury landscape for over 150 years and have been entrusted with the Crown Warrant since 1940.  Our history and our team of highly skilled, dedicated professionals sets us apart from other law firms in the region.  From our head office in Timaru and branches in both Geraldine and Dunedin, we cover South Canterbury, Otago and beyond.

• You will be working and learning directly with firm Partners
• A tight-knit and supportive team environment in a highly regarded law firm
• Modern offices close to parking, shopping, dining and recreation
• A team of talented, motivated people willing to mentor and support

At Gresson Dorman & Co you can quickly build your profile and your practice. This is a fantastic opportunity for both family, lifestyle and career.

Your career will continue to thrive working with a complex mix of clients and businesses within the economically strong region of South Canterbury. Forge a forever legacy in a role that has career pathways for those committed to long term success at our law firm.

Timaru – a great place to work and live

Timaru and the wider South Canterbury region is an amazing place to live. We have a vibrant community. Our housing is affordable. We enjoy the stunning Caroline Bay right on our doorstep – a top 10 most loved beach in New Zealand.

• Stress free commutes - just a 5-minute commute to work
• Affordable cost of living and housing, ensuring a comfortable lifestyle
• Immersing yourself in areas of outstanding beauty on your doorstep
• Opportunity to work with a community you are fully part of
• Fantastic place to bring up children with good schools and easy access to a variety of sports
• Living an Alps to Ocean lifestyle – hiking, biking, skiing, camping, water sports and more.

There is so much more to share about our beautiful region, the Venture Timaru website is a great place to look https://www.vtdevelopment.co.nz/

About The Role: 

South Canterbury is an economic powerhouse, with the rural sector driving the economic success of the region. As a result, the team oversees diverse portfolios of interesting and challenging legal issues.

As a Senior Solicitor/Associate within the Property and Commercial team, you will provide quality, tailored and supportive advice and service to clients in dealing with their legal matters.

You will advise clients on legal matters relating to property development, leasing, acquisitions, mergers and disposals, ensuring inter-generational success for clients, their families and for businesses as they navigate the added complex challenges in today’s environment. 

You will participate in marketing and business development activities, growing networks and clients for the firm.

You will bring:

• 5+ years post admission experience with a speciality focus on property and commercial law
• Strong knowledge of New Zealand property and commercial law, including relevant legislation
• Proven track record in managing a portfolio of clients, providing sound legal advice
• Demonstrated strong commercial awareness and acumen
• A continuous improvement focus, delivering efficient and effective services to meet immediate and anticipated client needs
• Demonstrated effective time management and work organisation, balancing competing priorities and meeting deadlines
• Skills in working collaboratively and effectively across the firm, with a strong team focus
• Experienced in supervising, directing, supporting and motivating staff to achieve great results
• Skills in business development with a record of success in building new business and strong client relationships.

Benefits of working at our firm:

• We support work-life balance, understanding the need for flexibility for family and life commitments
• We offer competitive salaries that match large-city salaries
• Discretionary year-end bonus rewarding a successful year
• A fully funded social club enjoying a raft of activities
• An additional day of firm funded leave at Easter
• Car park
• Tools of the trade – laptop and phone
• Relocation contribution

Seize the moment, make the change.  Have the career and the lifestyle, it’s here waiting for you in Timaru.