Current Vacancies
At NWM, a fantastic firm culture is one of our unique features. So much so, it's a strategic goal and priority. As a team member at NWM you'll feel valued and recognised for your contributions. You'll be trusted and given opportunities to develop. We'll share with you what it takes to progress here, as your success is important to us. We embrace creativity, innovative thinking, and collegiality and we value our people highly. It's just a great place to work!
We have a team-based environment with strong mentoring and role modelling. Our modern open-plan offices support the best use of technology to encourage efficiency. NWM people are all very approachable and willing to share their knowledge. Our Partners are leaders, specialists in their fields, and down to earth. At NWM you'll be one of a team of people who are engaged in their roles and really enjoy their work and surroundings.
Our current vacancies are listed below. However, if we have no listings presently, it doesn’t mean our doors are closed.
We are interested in hearing from experienced practitioners who may be looking to move to the Waikato, or move firms. Contact our General Manager by email to arrange a confidential chat: [email protected]
SUMMER CLERKS 2021 / 2022
Applications are now open for Summer Clerks. If you are a final year law student you may be interested in NWM's programme.
Our programme runs from early November 2021 to late February 2022. We are taking one Summer Clerk for each of our teams:
- Commercial Disputes & Employment
- Corporate & Commercial
- Family Disputes
- Private Client — Property
- Private Client — Trusts
During this period you will experience time in two different teams, to give you exposure to a variety of legal work. You'll work alongside our lawyers and legal executives to understand how the team responds to client queries, and assist with research, proofing, and drafting. This is a fantastic opportunity to put your theoretical skills into practice, to understand the workings of a law firm, and to learn from the best.
Send your CV, your academic transcript and a brief letter of introduction to [email protected]
Applications close 24 September 2021.
ASSOCIATE — PRIVATE CLIENT TEAM
You will be working closely with the Partner and Senior Associate in the team, and with our experienced solicitors and legal executives.
We’re looking for someone with significant experience in complex trust matters, for personal and business clients. The ideal person will be someone who enjoys the intersection and dynamics between Trust, Property, Estate, and Family law. We need someone who is well versed in current trust legislation, including the changes that came into effect in January 2021. An ability to work with clients to develop a comprehensive asset protection and succession plan is required.As well as developing your own client base, you’ll be involved in the day-to-day supervision and mentoring of the team’s junior lawyers. As part of the Private Client leadership team, you’ll have influence in the team’s strategies for marketing and business development.
As an Associate at NWM you’ll be part of a strong collegial team, and join the leadership development programme designed to progress our Associates through the firm.
If successful, you’ll be part of a cohesive, collaborative team where everyone’s input is valued and respected. We recognise and celebrate success. We also recognise the importance of your commitments outside of the office. Flexible working arrangements are a part of our firm’s culture and we encourage you to plan how your lifestyle and work practices will fit together so you have the best of both worlds.
If you believe our firm and this opportunity is the right fit for you, contact our General Manager, Carmen Simmonds, by emailing your full CV and cover letter to [email protected]
Associate Programme
We are extremely proud of our Associates, and the excellence they have demonstrated to earn their progression through the firm.
We have a formal programme to identify and develop solicitors to successfully reach the next step in their legal career. We assist them in expanding their legal and business skills, to contribute to the future direction of our firm.
Mentoring
We take great care to provide a mentor to assist with professional development and career management. This is typically a senior member of NWM or can be an external practitioner.
Our mentors are typically Associates and Partners who have a genuine interest in developing and working with our junior lawyers. Sometimes an external practitioner is involved in mentoring. As a new team member you'll be given a “buddy” to help you settle into the NWM way of life.
Career Path
We encourage the development of potential in all of our team members, legal and support staff. We provide transparency about a career path that will be fulfilling, as well as professionally and personally rewarding.
At Norris Ward McKinnon we realise how important career progression is to you and are dedicated to retaining and developing our top performers. We are open to progression options that are outside the traditional pathway of law firms, to give individuals the career development that suits them.
Talk to any of our Senior Solicitors and Associates and you'll be impressed with the leaps and bounds they have made in their careers while with us.