Simpson Grierson
Summer Clerkship (Nov 2024)
Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington
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Opportunity details
- Internship, Clerkship or Placement
- NZD 45,000 - 70,000 / Year
- 18-25 vacancies
- Apply by 27 Mar 2024
- Start date 19 Nov 2024 - 15 Feb 2025
As a summer clerk at Simpson Grierson, you'll hit the ground running, getting involved in real client work and tackling major projects alongside some of the most respected lawyers in New Zealand.
You'll be part of a culture that delivers excellent service and best outcomes for our clients, while also valuing and developing the diverse individuals who make up our team.
You will receive comprehensive training and personalised support throughout the duration of your clerkship.
Our culture is based on our shared values: putting people first, working at our best and being energetic for change.
At Simpson Grierson, you’ll find an environment that is welcoming and inclusive of everyone’s differences.
You can apply from 9 March through our website!
Hiring criteria
- No experience required
- New Zealand Citizen +more
- Law, Legal Studies & Justice +more
Reviews
As a junior in a litigation team, I do a lot of the administrative work associated with litigation, i.e. document management. I also research different legal issues and produce memos on my research, alongside summarising legal developments that I think my team should be aware of.
Communicating with clients, managing files, updating team member's on progress of matters, working independently and in a team,
My day-to-day is relatively varied, as my team generally works on fast paced, smaller tasks rather than litigation that can last years. I am tasked with drafting a lot of work which is reviewed and discussed with a senior before sending to clients.
About the employer
Simpson Grierson
4.2
100 - 500 employees
Law
Invested in the future of their people, their clients, and New Zealand.
Pros and cons of working at Simpson Grierson
Pros
The culture and the people. The environment is so supportive and nothing like what the stereotype of a top-tier law firm is.
I get to work on all kinds of interesting matters involving high-profile individuals and organisations! I generally enjoy the work I do on a day-to-day basis.
Simpson Grierson has a seriously impressive work culture. The people here are warm, and welcoming and the firm really prides itself on inclusion.
The high level of support and the great team culture. I am inspired by the people who I work with and they do so much to help me in my career.
Cons
As a law graduate, you start of doing more administrative tasks which can make you second guess working in a commercial law firm. It is important to look at what more senior team members are doing, as an insight into what future work will be like.
The usual issues that may arise at a big firm.
Just like any other law firm, you have to get stuck in relatively mundane work before you get to the good stuff as a solicitor.
It is a large company so there is a bit less flexibility when it comes to career progression. As a junior, there is also a little bit less hands-on experience.