Argyle Welsh Finnigan is a well-established and respected Canterbury law firm with offices in Ashburton and Rolleston. We pride ourselves on delivering practical legal advice, exceptional client service, and building enduring relationships with our clients and communities.

We are seeking a motivated Law Graduate with an interest in property and relationship property law to join our Ashburton office.

This is an excellent opportunity to begin your legal career in a supportive environment, gain hands-on experience, and learn from experienced lawyers. You will develop practical skills across property and relationship property matters while contributing to high-quality client service.

The Role

Working under the supervision of experienced lawyers, you will assist with a varied range of matters, including:

Relationship Property Matters

·         Assisting with Contracting Out Agreements

·         Supporting relationship property planning and asset protection matters

·         Assisting with division of property following separation

·         Undertaking legal research for relationship property disputes and negotiations

·         Learning about trust and company structures in relationship property matters

·         Preparing draft settlement agreements and related documentation

·         Developing an understanding of the interaction between family, trust, and property law

Residential Conveyancing Matters

·         Assisting with residential property sales and purchases

·         Supporting refinancing and mortgage transactions

·         Assisting with subdivisions and property development matters

·         Learning about ownership structures and property planning

·         Supporting KiwiSaver and first-home purchase transactions

·         Undertaking legal research and preparing correspondence and documentation

You will work closely with experienced lawyers and clients, building confidence and capability while learning to provide timely, practical, and client-focused legal assistance.

About You

You will have:

·         A New Zealand law degree, or completion expected in the near future.

·         Eligibility to obtain a New Zealand practising certificate.

·         A genuine interest in property and relationship property law.

·         Strong academic, research, and analytical skills.

·         Clear written and verbal communication skills.

·         Empathy towards clients who are dealing with a stressful time/ circumstances

·         Care and accuracy in drafting and document preparation.

·         The ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and ask for guidance when needed.

·         A collaborative, proactive, and client-focused approach.

·         High levels of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.

We are particularly interested in graduates who are curious, eager to learn, and enthusiastic about developing lasting client relationships and becoming trusted advisors over time.

What We Offer

·         An established client base and exposure to meaningful client work.

·         High-quality and varied property and relationship property work.

·         A supportive and collaborative team culture.

·         Modern systems and strong administrative support.

·         Structured learning, mentoring, and ongoing professional development.

·         Our 9-Day Fortnight Initiative for eligible employees, providing an additional day off each fortnight while maintaining full-time employment.

·         A positive workplace culture that values wellbeing, teamwork, and work-life balance.

·         The opportunity to begin your career in Ashburton and enjoy the lifestyle and community of Mid Canterbury.

If you are a law graduate interested in building a career in property and relationship property law, we would love to hear from you.