by Ben Holloway | May 13, 2026 | Australia, Legal, Legal Jobs
You, Me and Aussie. Why Kiwi Lawyers Are Building Their Legal Career in Australia If you watched the recent 1News special, You Me and Aussie, you probably understood why so many New Zealand professionals are reconsidering their future. The programme highlighted that...
by Vikki Cox | Apr 7, 2026 | Australia, Careers in Australia, Legal, Legal Jobs, New Zealand, Recruitment
Let’s be real – recruiters often get a bad rap. But the truth is, connecting with the right recruiter can be one of the smartest career moves you make, even if you’re not actively job hunting. Think of a good recruiter as a career GPS: they help you navigate...
by Ben Holloway | Mar 31, 2026 | Legal, Legal Jobs
Landing Your First Legal Role in New Zealand: Recruiter Insights Finding a job as a recent graduate can feel overwhelming, and you might initially struggle to identify the best avenues for employment. However, securing the right position lays a solid foundation for...
by Lisa Gray | Mar 9, 2026 | Legal
The Rise of the Returning Expat Over the last six months, our UK resourcing manager Vikki Cox has seen a sharp rise in interest from overseas candidates. Australian and New Zealand legal professionals heading home are actively looking for their next career move. But...
by Lisa Gray | Dec 8, 2025 | Australia, Careers in Australia, Kiwi Returners, Legal, Legal Jobs, Moving to New Zealand, New Zealand, Regional New Zealand
Should you stay in private practice or move inhouse Weighing the trade offs, when to switch and what to expect if you return For many New Zealand lawyers the choice between private practice firm life and an inhouse role can shape your entire career. Both paths offer...
by Ben Holloway | Nov 17, 2025 | Legal, Legal Jobs, Recruitment
I started my working life as a plasterer in the UK. I left school, learned the trade and spent years plastering walls before moving to Australia and then New Zealand. These days, I help lawyers with their job search rather than repair ceilings, but those old...
