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Build Your Career on Projects That Shape NZ’s Future.\u00a0 Here is an opportunity to join a high-performing legal team working at the forefront of infrastructure funding, financing and investment across New Zealand.<\/span><\/p>\n About the role\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n National Infrastructure Funding and Financing (NIFF) is seeking a talented lawyer to join its Auckland CBD team as a Senior Legal Counsel.<\/span><\/p>\n This is a rare opportunity to work on complex and high-profile infrastructure projects that make a tangible difference to communities throughout New Zealand. You will gain exposure to sophisticated funding and financing structures, major commercial transactions and innovative infrastructure solutions, while working alongside experienced professionals across the public and private sectors.<\/span><\/p>\n The role offers exceptional breadth and variety. You will advise on commercial agreements, procurement processes, financing arrangements, governance matters and infrastructure transactions, while partnering closely with government agencies, local authorities, developers, investors and other key stakeholders.<\/span><\/p>\n For an ambitious lawyer looking to move beyond traditional legal practice, this role provides an outstanding platform to develop specialist expertise, broaden your commercial skills and build a career at the intersection of law, infrastructure and investment.<\/span><\/p>\n NIFF offers a supportive and collaborative environment, genuine flexibility including up to two days working from home each week, and the opportunity to work alongside some of the most respected professionals in the sector.<\/span><\/p>\n What we\u2019re looking for:<\/b><\/p>\n We’re interested in hearing from commercially minded lawyers who bring:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n About the organisation<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n National Infrastructure Funding and Financing is a Crown-owned entity with a unique mandate to advance New Zealand’s infrastructure priorities.<\/span><\/p>\n NIFF partners with central and local government, iwi, developers, financiers and private sector investors to fund, finance and deliver infrastructure that supports thriving communities and sustainable economic growth across Aotearoa. Through innovative funding and financing solutions, NIFF plays a critical role in enabling the infrastructure New Zealand needs for future generations.<\/span><\/p>\n NIFF is a values-driven organisation that combines commercial sophistication with genuine public purpose. The team is collaborative, supportive and ambitious, offering an environment where talented professionals can learn, grow and make a meaningful impact.<\/span><\/p>\n If you’re looking for a role that offers exceptional development, intellectually stimulating work and the opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance, we’d love to hear from you.<\/span><\/p>\n How do I apply?\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n Click on \u201cApply Now\u201d. Alternatively, contact us directly and quote reference number 1724515.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n We have a range inhouse and private practice roles for lawyers at all levels.\u00a0 If this role isn\u2019t for you but you\u2019d like to hear what else is available, give us a call.\u00a0 We\u2019d love to hear from you.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n