Centrally located offices in Britomart – flexible working options available
Get a taste of in-house life!
Where will this role lead you?
We are seeking an astute Lawyer to join Westpac's Institutional and Business Banking and Treasury legal team to cover parental leave. We are interested in hearing from both senior and intermediate lawyers for these roles. This is a wonderful opportunity to get a taste of in-house life and within a team with unprecedented team culture!
You will be part of a team of transactional banking and finance lawyers delivering high quality legal support and advice across the bank.
The way we are structured allows you to transition nicely from private practice but within Banking and requires you to work closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the business. You will provide internal legal advice on a wide range of institutional and corporate lending and/or capital markets transactions, including corporate financing, securitisations, project financing, asset financing, sustainable financing, bilateral lending, syndicated lending and club arrangements.
We're a company that prides ourselves on an inclusive culture that drives engagement where you'll be provided with ongoing opportunities to impact the business and drive your career forward.
Na tau rourou | What will you bring?
Bachelor of Laws (or equivalent) and NZ Practicing Certificate
NZ law firm and/or in house banking and finance experience
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
Strong technical skills in the work areas identified below, including sound knowledge of:
New Zealand banking and securities laws
Legislation and regulations impacting Banks including FMCA, AML/CFT, CCCFA and relevant Reserve Bank requirements
General corporate and commercial legislation such as Companies Act, Unfair Contract Terms
Westpac Hei Wahi Mahi | Working at Westpac
Immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, and receive some of the best banking and lifestyle benefits in the market along with:
4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best
Career growth – we promote internal capability; we have programmes that recognise star performers
Access to personal banking Advisor
Free Flu Jab
Generous parental leave – and top up government paid parental leave
School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday
2 Volunteer days per year
Discounts on products and services with customers and suppliers
Ko matou tenei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we're working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we've been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.
What makes us unique are the incredible people we're lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant 'W' on our building doesn't just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We're a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We're recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!
Tono mai inaianei! | Apply Now!
Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter.
Applications close: 17 November 2024
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