{"id":16383,"date":"2026-05-20T23:41:58","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T23:41:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawfuel.com\/jobs\/?post_type=job_listing&#038;p=16383"},"modified":"2026-05-20T23:45:52","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T23:45:52","slug":"senior-solicitor-opportunity-with-path-to-ownership","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/www.lawfuel.com\/jobs\/job\/senior-solicitor-opportunity-with-path-to-ownership\/","title":{"rendered":"Senior Solicitor \u2013 Opportunity with Path to Ownership &#8211; Takapuna"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Takapuna, Auckland | Full-time | $90,000 \u2013 $135,000<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re not just looking for a Senior Solicitor \u2014 we\u2019re looking for someone who wants to build a long-term home in a firm and play a meaningful role in its future.<\/p>\n<p>At Websterlaw, you will step into a well-established practice with a loyal, multi-generational client base and with a genuine opportunity to become part of the firm\u2019s succession and ownership plans.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why this role stands out<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pathway to ownership<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 This is a real opportunity to progress beyond employment and become part of the firm\u2019s future leadership.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Established client base<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Work with longstanding clients who value trusted, practical advice and maintain relationships over decades.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Varied, high-quality work<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 A true general practice role covering property, commercial, private client, and advisory work \u2014 no two days are the same.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Autonomy with support<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Run your own files while being backed by an experienced, friendly and cooperative team.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Work-life balance<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 A sustainable pace in a supportive environment where people genuinely enjoy working together.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Community presence<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Be encouraged and supported to grow your own profile and client base within the local community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>The role<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You will work across a broad range of matters, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Residential and commercial property transactions<\/li>\n<li>Business sales and acquisitions<\/li>\n<li>Leasing and building contracts<\/li>\n<li>Wills, estates, and EPAs<\/li>\n<li>Relationship property and employment matters<\/li>\n<li>Trusts and asset planning<\/li>\n<li>Occupation Right Agreements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This is a hands-on role where you\u2019ll have real client contact, responsibility, and the opportunity to shape how you practise.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About you<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019re likely a Senior Solicitor with 5+ years PQE who:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Enjoys (or wants to return to) genuine general practice<\/li>\n<li>Values building long-term client relationships<\/li>\n<li>Is commercially minded and provides practical, clear advice<\/li>\n<li>Is confident managing files independently<\/li>\n<li>Wants more than just a job \u2014 you\u2019re looking for a pathway forward<\/li>\n<li>Is keen to be part of a tight-knit, down-to-earth team<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>About us<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Websterlaw is a respected, long-standing firm with deep roots in the community. 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