Looking for a role where your skills are valued, your work makes a difference, and your team has your back? At McVeagh Fleming, we are offering more than just a job — we’re offering a place where you can thrive.

McVeagh Fleming is a well-established and forward-thinking law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services across a range of practice areas. Our commitment to client success is matched by our passion for fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where talent thrives.

The Opportunity
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Executive with experience in private client and residential conveyancing to join our busy City office.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to expand their expertise in property law while working on a varied and rewarding caseload. You will have the autonomy to manage transactions independently while benefiting from strong training, support, and career development opportunities.

About the responsibilities
•    Handling all aspects of conveyancing, including settlements for residential properties
•    Preparing and registering legal documents, including finance, security registrations, estate transmissions, and transfers
•    Drafting Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPOA’s) 
•    Reviewing Occupation Rights Agreements (ORA’s)
•    Liaising with clients, other professionals, and team members to ensure smooth transactions
•    Drafting and preparing legal correspondence and documentation
•    Managing files from opening to closing, ensuring all deadlines are met
•    Monthly billing, preparing invoices/statements, and supporting team debt collection
•    Providing additional administrative support when required

What You'll Bring
Technical Expertise:
•    NZ Diploma in Legal Executive Studies (registration preferred but not essential).
•    At least two years' experience in a similar role.
•    Be capable of handling property transactions autonomously, including organising buyer funding arrangements.
•    Experience in reviewing and reporting on LIMs, ORA’s, records of title, and registered interests.
•    Experience in drafting EPOA’s.
•    Expertise in handling settlements, preparing invoices, and drafting statements. 
•    Experience with Landonline, Kiwisaver forms, Companies Office, PPSR, and AML compliance.

Key Skills & Attributes:
•    Excellent time management and attention to detail.
•    Strong written and verbal communication skills, including document drafting.
•    Excellent communication and client service skills, with a professional and personable approach.
•    Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines efficiently.
•    A proactive, self-motivated attitude with the ability to work independently.
•    Well-developed administrative and organisational skills to prioritise tasks effectively.
•    Ability to collaborate within a high-performing team and contribute to a positive work culture.

If you’re looking for a genuinely rewarding career opportunity in a firm that values its people, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and take the next step in your legal career with McVeagh Fleming.

To be eligible to apply, you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand and meet any entry requirements if you're outside the country.  For advice on obtaining a New Zealand work or residence visa and our entry requirements, visit www.immigration.govt.nz.