Real Estate - Associate/Senior Associate 5+PQE

Advance your property law career with Dentons. Join our highly skilled real estate team in Auckland and work on landmark transactions and developments with global and local clients, all while growing professionally in a collaborative, future-focused environment.

Dentons is part of the world’s largest global law firm and a leading firm in the New Zealand market with unparalleled access, not only to lawyers but also to sector experts, training, and opportunities across the globe. This means the opportunities are endless for our people. We are an international business but locally run and operated, giving you the best of both worlds.

About This Role

Dentons is seeking a talented and driven solicitor with 5+ years of PQE to join our Auckland-based Real Estate team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside some of New Zealand’s leading property law practitioners.

You will be part of a team that advises on complex and high-value property transactions, development projects, and leasing arrangements. Our clients include global and domestic investors, developers, corporates, and government entities. You will also gain exposure to a wide range of matters including acquisitions and disposals, commercial leasing, and infrastructure developments.

Click here to read more about the real estate team at Dentons.

About You

You’re a proactive and commercially minded solicitor with a passion for property law and a commitment to excellence. You thrive in a team environment and are eager to contribute to a practice that values collaboration, innovation, and client service.

You will likely have experience or interest in :

• 5+ years’ PQE in real estate or property law
• Experience in acquisitions, disposals, and due diligence
• Familiarity with commercial leasing transactions
• Excellent drafting and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and a drive to succeed
• A collaborative mindset and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Exposure to property development, finance, public works, or unit titles is advantageous but not essential

What Dentons Offer

Dentons is an inclusive people focused firm and a Pride Pledge partner, committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for clients. You will benefit from meaningful client engagement, expert guidance, and exposure to high-quality work that will enhance both your technical capabilities and commercial acumen.

As a future-focused firm, our commitment to innovation and excellence extends to our people. We offer a supportive environment, top-tier work, and a collaborative culture that values growth and wellbeing.

Dentons offer a competitive remuneration package along with benefits that will make a positive difference to your work/life balance such as:

• An additional paid holiday during the Summer Shutdown
• A dedicated wellness program, including an annual Wellness allowance
• Lifestyle leave
• top up payments during parental leave up to 26 weeks or 5 weeks for non-primary caregiver
• Volunteer leave
• Access to free in-house legal advice
• Various social events, and more!

Apply Now

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter. For a confidential discussion about the role, to explore flexible work options, or to request a copy of the position description, contact Pip Kistler at pip.kistler@dentons.com or call +64 9 375 1126.