Property Lawyer - Solicitor / Associate

Property Lawyer (Solicitor / Associate)

A pproximately 3–8 Years' PQE | Tauranga | Hybrid Working

Build your career with our leading Property team, working on meaningful matters in a collaborative and supportive environment. We're growing our Property team at Tompkins Wake and are looking for a Solicitor or Associate to join our Tauranga practice. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced Partners on a broad range of property and private client matters, while continuing to develop your technical expertise and build lasting client relationships.

The Opportunity

You'll work across a diverse mix of matters including:

Commercial and residential property transactions

Subdivisions and developments

Trusts and asset protection

Estate planning

Private client advisory work

You'll enjoy genuine responsibility, managing your own files (with support where required), collaborating closely with Partners, and contributing to the continued success of a team recognised for its technical excellence and client service.

Our Property team works closely together and regularly collaborates with colleagues across all four Tompkins Wake offices, giving you exposure to a wide variety of clients and matters.

About You

You'll bring:

Approximately 3–8 years' PQE in property and/or private client law

Experience managing or supporting a range of property transactions

Strong drafting, communication and relationship-building skills

Commercial judgement and attention to detail

The ability to work both independently and collaboratively

A genuine commitment to delivering exceptional client service

Experience in trusts, estate planning or asset protection will be advantageous but is not essential.

While we're ideally seeking someone with around 3–8 years' experience, we're open to hearing from lawyers outside this range who can demonstrate strong capability and the right attitude.

Why Tompkins Wake?

At Tompkins Wake, you'll find the balance many lawyers are looking for high quality work, real responsibility, and a genuinely supportive team. We combine the capability of a large national firm with the connection and agility of a regional one, giving our people the opportunity to build rewarding careers while maintaining a healthy balance outside of work.

We offer:

Competitive remuneration aligned with experience

Meaningful work with early responsibility and client exposure

Clear development and progression pathways

Mentoring from experienced practitioners

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

A collaborative and connected culture across all four offices

About Us

Tompkins Wake is a national, award-winning law firm with offices in Hamilton, Auckland, Tauranga and Rotorua. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we're proud of the culture we've built one where people are supported to grow, collaborate, and do their best work.

We welcome confidential conversations. Feel free to call or text Andrea Daly, Manager – People & Culture, on 021 225 7071.

Our Commitment

We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our Rainbow Tick certification and participation in the New Zealand Law Society Gender Equality Charter reflect our belief that diverse perspectives strengthen our firm and the service we provide our clients.

Apply now by submitting your CV, academic transcript, and cover letter.