" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eSenior Employment Litigator Associate / Senior Associate (4+ PQE)\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21621\"\u003e Legal \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21622\"\u003e Lawyer - Litigation \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21623\"\u003e Auckland \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21624\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 16/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmployment Litigator\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRegular social events and an inclusive, collaborative culture\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlexible work arrangements\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e At WK, we solve complex legal problems, challenge ourselves to innovate, and create impact for our people, clients, and communities. We\u0026rsquo;re Asia Pacific\u0026rsquo;s leading insurance and risk legal business, and due to growth, we\u0026rsquo;re expanding our Employment team.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Working closely with experienced partners and senior lawyers, you will be involved in a range of employment and workplace matters within an Employment Practices Liability (EPL) and broader financial lines context. You\u0026rsquo;ll have the opportunity to manage your own matters, while also collaborating on more complex and high-value issues, including:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmployment disputes in courts and tribunals\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnfair dismissal and adverse action claims\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscrimination and harassment matters\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBreach of contract and restraint of trade litigation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInvestigations and disciplinary proceedings\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmployment related regulatory and compliance disputes\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLocated in our Auckland, T\u0026#257;maki Makaurau or Tauranga offices\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat you\u0027ll bring\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe a Senior Associate or an Associate ready to step up\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience in employment law, ideally with disputes experience (PQE flexible for the right candidate)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn understanding of insurance law principles is advantageous but not essential\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent research, writing and analytical skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ability to work independently and as part of a team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong attention to detail and a proactive approach\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn interest in business development and client engagement\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy join WK?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e At Wotton Kearney, we are more than just a law firm, we are a collaborative team of passionate individuals dedicated to excellence and innovation.\u003cbr\u003e We offer a dynamic and supportive environment that values your contributions and supports your professional development.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat we offer:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHealth, income protection and life insurance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWellbeing initiatives and reimbursements\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdditional leave for senior lawyers, plus birthday, wellness and volunteering leave\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePurchased leave and Work to Ride schemes\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlexible work arrangements\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOngoing career development and mentoring\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenerous referral programme\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePro bono and CSR opportunities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRegular social events and an inclusive, collaborative culture\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Wotton Kearney\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Founded in 2002, Wotton Kearney is Asia Pacific\u0026rsquo;s leading insurance \u0026amp; risk legal business, with 760+ professionals across 11 offices. Our New Zealand team operates from Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Tauranga. We\u0026rsquo;re the go-to firm for insurers, brokers, and corporates facing complex issues, and we offer specialist expertise in financial lines, property, energy, infrastructure, cyber, privacy, government, healthcare, marine, media, workplace, and class actions.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to Apply\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If you\u0026rsquo;re after a confidential discussion, feel free to contact our People \u0026amp; Culture Manager, Rachel Weir, directly at rachel.weir@wottonkearney.com. Or if you\u0026rsquo;re ready to apply, please send your cover letter, CV and academic transcript to join.nz@wottonkearney.com.\u003cbr\u003e For more about us, visit https://www.wottonkearney.com. \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=\"2003314\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "