" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eSenior Associate -Projects and Real Estate\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"1664\"\u003e Legal \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"1665\"\u003e Projects \u0026amp; Real Estate \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"1666\"\u003e Auckland \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"1667\"\u003e Permanent Full-time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 15/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eExciting opportunity for 6-10+ PQE lawyer\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGreat clients, great work and talented team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProfessional development and leadership programme\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e Bell Gully is independently recognised as New Zealand\u0026rsquo;s leading commercial law firm, opening a world of career opportunities working with a full range of domestic and international clients. We aim for excellence and our people are the foundation for our continued success.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Our market leading Projects and Real Estate department are looking for a real estate senior associate to join our Auckland team.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This team works on some of the most significant and exciting commercial real estate matters in New Zealand. Our clients comprise the full spectrum of real estate market participants, including developers, investors, iwi groups, government, and local authorities.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e You will advise on a broad range of commercial property work, including acquisitions and disposals, large-scale development projects, leasing, and property finance. The role offers genuine career progression, exposure to market-leading work, and the support of a high-performing, collaborative team.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eExperience and qualifications.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The ideal candidate will have the following experience, skills, and qualifications:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e6-10+ years of relevant post-qualification\u003cstrong\u003eexperience\u0026nbsp;in commercial property law\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;(top \u0026ndash; tier background preferred)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong technical skills and attention to detail\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommercially astute with excellent client relationship skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven ability to manage transactions independently\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEffective communication and collaboration skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBroad experience in real estate transactional work\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAmbitious, collaborative, and driven to succeed in a high-performance environment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCulture and benefits\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Part of being the best is providing a supportive team environment where people feel they can give their best. We are proud of our down to earth, inclusive style where everybody is an important and valued part of the team. In addition to a strong team culture, we offer a range of benefits and initiatives to help our people maintain a healthy and enjoyable lifestyle.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This includes:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProfessional development opportunities, including our personalised leadership programme.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNumerous team and firm events\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ability to participate in community support and pro bono programmes.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Please apply directly via our website or contact Kelly Price in the HR team on 09 916 8878 or by email kelly.price@bellgully.com for a confidential discussion. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"1127490\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "