Archive for the ‘Jobs’ Category

The Poet Within

05/27/10 by admin | Multimedia | No Comments »

Conference 2010: Slides from Mark Tredinnick’s session on the poet within. “Poets write difficult truths so beautifully no one feels able to turn away.”

Creating High Performance Relationships

05/27/10 by admin | Multimedia | No Comments »

Conference 2010: Slides from Jill Toovey’s session for in-house counsel on creating high performance relationships.

Resource Management Solicitor – Private Practice

05/13/10 by tdomf_e5459 | Jobs, Lawyer - in-house, Permanent/full-time, Role, Type, Wellington | Comments Off

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to be a part of a well established, experienced environmental and resource management private practice team. The team is experienced in all areas of resource management law, and operates with depth and focus. You will work in a collaborative and strategic manner with clients, in order to achieve the best possible outcome.

You will have a minimum of 5 years experience as a Resource Management Solicitor. You will have knowledge and experience with regard to the following: large scale infrastructure work, energy (thermal, hydro and wind generation projects), oil and gas exploration and development, coastal (reclamations, commercial port and marina developments, and aquaculture), large-scale retail developments, dairy, forestry, quarrying, and petroleum retailing.

To apply, please visit www.momentum.co.nz and enter reference number 22159 on the home page. Alternatively, email your CV and a copy of your official academic transcript to wellingtonjobs@momentum.co.nz quoting the reference number. For further information in strict confidence, please contact Frieda Crawford on (04) 978 1803 or Melissa Sommerville on (04) 499 6161.

Applications close on Friday, 21 May, 2010, at 5pm.

Energy Sector – Senior Associate

05/13/10 by tdomf_e5459 | Jobs, Lawyer - in-house, Lawyer - private practice, Permanent/full-time, Role, Type, Wellington | Comments Off

• Wellington, New Zealand
• Private practice opportunity
• Senior Associate level – succession planning

Our client is one of New Zealand’s leading full-service commercial law firms, with offices in Auckland and Wellington. It is currently seeking a senior lawyer to join the Energy and Resources team in Wellington.

You will utilise your knowledge and experience in energy, resources and related infrastructure projects, in order to advise on legal issues facing those who participate in these areas, for example: risk analysis; contract negotiation and preparation; contract analysis; relevant competition law and regulatory regimes; project entities and structures; project financing and project acquisitions and divestments.

Our client is looking for a mix of general Corporate Advisory experience (private practice) and specialist experience (either in-house or private practice). A lawyer at Senior Associate level is preferred. The successful candidate will have the ability to:

• Interact easily with the partnership;
• Supervise and mentor junior staff;
• Continue to build their knowledge and experience in the energy sector, in order to become an expert and ‘thought leader’;
• Continue to develop existing client relationships; and
• Take a key role in the business development of new client relationships.

To apply, please visit www.momentum.co.nz and enter reference number 22150 on the home page. Alternatively, email your CV to wellingtonjobs@momentum.co.nz quoting the reference number. For further information in strict confidence, please contact Frieda Crawford on (04) 978 1803 or Melissa Sommerville on (04) 978 1831.

The value of intangible assets and good housekeeping

05/11/10 by A J Park News and Publications | AJ Park (news), Legal news | Comments Off

Often the value a business is sold for far exceeds the value of its physical assets. In many cases, the physical assets make up a small fraction of the sale price. Instead, the buyers of these businesses usually see the real value lies in the business's intangible assets.

New tobacco packaging law proposed in Australia

05/07/10 by A J Park News and Publications | AJ Park (news), Legal news | Comments Off

Last week, Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd announced there will be new tobacco packaging rules from 1 July 2012. What does this mean for tobacco brand owners in Australia and will New Zealand follow suit?

News flash! Pacific Resorts offers extra deal for Premium Members

04/29/10 by admin | CLANZ news | No Comments »

Pacific Resorts is offering an extra deal for Premium Members. To find out more, click here. Only premium members will be able to access this page and will be asked to log on to see details of these specials.

News flash! Pacific Resorts offers extra deal for Premium Members

04/29/10 by admin | Premium Members | No Comments »

Stay5/Pay4 Specials at Pacific Resort & Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa

Stay 5 nights and Pay for only 4 nights

PLUS

receive NZ$50 Food & Beverage credit per room per day

at Pacific Resort

OR

receive a complimentary bottle of wine on arrival at

Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa

Valid for Garden & Beachfront Suites at Pacific Resort Rarotonga
5 nights in a Garden Suite from only NZ$1150 per person twin share (accommodation only)

Valid for all room categories at Pacific Resort Aitutaki
5 nights in a Beachfront Bungalow from only NZ$1790 per person twin share (accommodation only)

Valid for all villa categories at Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa
5 nights in a Garden Villa Suite from only NZ$1200 per person twin share (accommodation only)

Valid for both Pacific Resort Rarotonga and Pacific Resort Aitutaki, as well as Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa

Sales Period: 20 April 2010 to 20 May 2010

Travel Period: 20 April 2010 to 31 March 2011

(Blackout dates for Te Manava – 01-31Jul10/26Dec10-08Jan11)

(No blackout dates for Pacific Resort)

Legal and Technical Services Solicitor, Level 1 or 2

04/27/10 by tdomf_e5459 | Christchurch, Jobs, Lawyer - in-house, Permanent/full-time | Comments Off

Are you looking for a stimulating and rewarding role? Do you have a strong customer focus? Do you enjoy the challenge of meeting critical deadlines? Do you have a litigation focus?

Legal and Technical Services Christchurch are looking for a Junior or Intermediate (Level 1-2) solicitor to work with a highly experienced team delivering legal advice to internal customers on tax, child support, tax debt and criminal offending against the Revenue Acts.

You will be responsible for providing advice on the recovery of tax debt, as well as the interpretation of tax laws and taking a proactive role in the resolution of tax disputes. Legal and Technical Services has a strong litigation focus with solicitors regularly appearing on a range of litigation matters.

You will have the ability to work effectively in an open office environment and are adaptable to the fast changing technology and electronic environment. You demonstrate excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills; have a litigation focus and the ability to represent the Inland Revenue in Court; good analytical and written communication skills; and are committed to developing your competence in areas of law administered by Inland Revenue and contributing to a positive team environment.

With a pragmatic approach to problem solving, you have a sound academic record and ability to engage in legal research. You are confident with you ability to grow into the role and also enjoy the challenges and rewards of discussing technical issues within a team environment. Last, but certainly not least, you demonstrate the highest level of integrity, ethics and work standards.
Applicants must hold, or be eligible to hold a current practicing certificate.

The position is located in Christchurch.

To find out more about these opportunities, please contact Georgia Dry on 04 890 4674. To apply, please forward your cover letter, CV and completed written sample to careers@ird.govt.nz quoting vacancy number GD11219.
To view a copy of the job description and the written example please view this role on www.jobs.govt.nz under the same title.

Applications close at 5pm on Friday 7 May 2010.

Legal and Technical Services, Level 3 Solicitor

04/27/10 by tdomf_e5459 | Christchurch, Jobs, Lawyer - in-house, Location, Permanent/full-time, Role, Type | Comments Off

Are you looking for a stimulating and rewarding role? Do you have a strong customer focus? Do you enjoy the challenge of meeting critical deadlines? Do you have a strong litigation focus?

Legal and Technical Services Christchurch are looking for experienced solicitors to work with a highly experienced team delivering legal advice to internal customers on tax, child support, tax debt and criminal offending against the Revenue Acts.

You will be responsible for providing advice on the recovery of tax debt, as well as the interpretation of tax laws and taking a proactive role in the resolution of tax disputes. Legal and Technical Services has a strong litigation focus with solicitors regularly appearing on a range of litigation matters.

You will have a minimum of four years experience PQE and preferably have gained a Diploma in Litigation. You will have the ability to work effectively in an open office environment and are adaptable to the fast changing technology and electronic environment. You demonstrate excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills; strong analytical and written communication skills; and are committed to developing your competence in areas of law administered by Inland Revenue and contributing to a positive team environment.

With a pragmatic approach to problem solving, you have a sound academic record and expertise in legal research. You are confident to work independently and also enjoy the challenges and rewards of discussing complex technical issues within a team environment. Last, but certainly not least, you demonstrate the highest level of integrity, ethics and work standards.

Applicants must hold, or be eligible to hold a current practicing certificate.
The position is located in Christchurch.

To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Georgia Dry on 04 890 4674. To apply, please forward your cover letter, CV and completed written exercise to careers@ird.govt.nz quoting vacancy number GD11218.
To view a copy of the job description and the written example please view this role on www.jobs.govt.nz under the same title.

Applications close at 5pm on Friday 7 May 2010.