2022/2023 Summer Clerkship (Nov 2022)

What matters to us:

At Lane Neave we are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, equity and operating in a way that makes a positive social and environmental impact. We have a particular focus on lifting the standards of living and quality of life in our local communities. Therefore, what’s important to Lane Neave is the way we care for and respect others, take responsibility for delivering outcomes, and going about our work with integrity.

What you'll do with your time

At Lane Neave we are really proud of our culture that puts people at the heart of the firm. As a Summer Clerk at Lane Neave you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself into everything the firm has to offer and being a full-service law firm gain experience working across different specialties of law. As the firm has a national presence, we are looking for Summer Clerks to join our Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown and Wellington offices and complete real and meaningful legal work, including supporting and attending client meetings. 

A priority at Lane Neave is to help our people to reach their full potential, inside and outside of work. This means we are seeking talented and hard-working students who are passionate and enjoy getting involved with everything the firm has to offer and a desire to step out of their comfort zone to learn new skills. 

By joining us, you will be comfortable analysing information from a range of sources, working collaboratively with staff at all levels across the firm and entrenching yourself in our culture.

Key attributes for the role include:

• A strong grade average;
• Interests and experience outside of study;
• Critical and analytical thinking alongside excellent written and oral communication skills;
• A friendly and positive attitude;
• A professional, confidential and discreet manner; and
• An ability to build strong and enduring relationships.

What does success look like in the role?

Commitment, integrity, trust and respect are qualities that set Lane Neave apart. We are a full-service firm with a true national presence. We are proud of our culture and work hard to recruit likeminded people. As a Summer Clerk you will receive mentoring, work-life balance and a strong start to your professional career while working in a top performing firm.

So ready to make an impact?

Apply online through our website including your CV, covering letter and academic transcript. We will be responding to all applicants after applications have closed. If you have any queries, please email careers@laneneave.co.nz