Hastings | Full-time 

An upcoming overseas relocation has created an opportunity to join our Dispute Resolution and Litigation team in a trusted, long-term role that requires high-quality Legal Assistant support.

Sainsbury Logan & Williams has been part of the Hawke’s Bay legal landscape for more than 150 years. We are a full-service firm with offices in Napier and Hastings, known for practical advice, collaborative working relationships and long-standing client connections across the region and beyond.

The Opportunity 

Based in our Hastings office, your role will be to support a close-knit team of one Partner and three solicitors, working alongside other experienced support staff though your role primarily will be to work with two solicitors.  The role offers variety, responsibility and the opportunity to become a valued part of a collaborative team.  

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as the first point of contact for client enquiries 
• Communicating with empathy, professionalism, and appropriate boundaries 
• Preparing documents and managing files to a high standard
• Supporting the Partner and solicitors with confidence
• Handling the implementation and settlement of trust, estate and relationship property matters

About You 

• Recent experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or Legal Executive in a New Zealand law firm 
• Dispute resolution and litigation experience preferred but not required, or strong transferable legal support skills 
• Experience managing basic conveyancing matters and drafting wills and enduring power of attorney is preferred
• Strong document production and file management skills (OneLaw experience an advantage) 
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational and communication skills 
• A calm, professional approach to client interactions, with empathy and appropriate boundaries 
• A genuine interest in building a long-term career in legal support 

A Legal Executive qualification and registration would be advantageous, although candidates with strong relevant experience are also encouraged to apply

 What We Offer 

• A competitive salary and benefits package 
• A well-planned induction and handover, with ongoing support from an experienced team
• Opportunities for professional development 
• Modern offices in Napier and Hastings, with the lifestyle advantages of Hawke’s Bay 

If your experience does not match every point above but you have strong New Zealand legal support experience and are interested in a role combining Legal Executive and Legal Assistant work, we would still like to hear from you.

Apply with your CV and cover letter or contact Julie Wake on +64 6 899 5161 or julie.wake@slw.co.nz to discuss the role.  All applications and enquiries will be treated in confidence. 

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.