Intermediate - Senior Legal Counsel [AKL-WLG]
About us
For over 25 years, Catalyst has worked with government, enterprise and non-profit organisations to create software solutions with limitless possibilities. We specialise in systems that provide full data sovereignty and are free from licensing costs and vendor lock-in - we do this through the power of open source and the freedom it gives for innovation.
With sister-companies in New Zealand, Australia and the UK, we’re a company that is recognised globally for our open source expertise, pushing the conventional technology boundaries and creating award-winning software solutions.
A career at Catalyst gives you the opportunity to work on high-profile projects, collaborate with industry experts, and continuously grow - personally and professionally. We’re on our own journey to align ourselves better with te ao Māori and our team is filled with open source enthusiasts who share our values of openness, freedom, collaboration and respect.
About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic Legal Counsel to join our legal team. You’ll be part of a team that’s highly valued across the business and recognised for its impact, influence and excellence.
As part of our dynamic legal team, you’ll work across a diverse range of matters including contract negotiation, compliance, intellectual property and corporate governance. You will primarily support Catalyst’s New Zealand companies, Catalyst.Net Ltd (software services) and Catalyst Cloud (public cloud services), as well as our international subsidiaries.
Your focus will be on commercial transactional work, supporting our software development and cloud business, while also gaining exposure to corporate matters for the Group companies, boards and shareholders. You’ll also help lead initiatives to simplify and improve legal and contractual processes across the business.
This role offers genuine flexibility with full-time or part-time options depending on experience and the ability to be based in either Wellington or Auckland. Most importantly, we value cultural fit, motivation and personality over ticking every box.
About you
- Ideally 4+ years PQE
- Background in corporate/commercial law
- Ideally some in-house and commercial contracting experience, with exposure to technology an advantage.
- A current NZ legal practising certificate
- Ability to simplify complex legal concepts and contribute to commercial strategy
- People-oriented, empathetic with strong interpersonal skills
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and/or willingness to develop knowledge of Tikanga and Te Ao Māori
Why you’ll love working at Catalyst
At Catalyst, our people are at the heart of our success. We cultivate an environment where every individual is encouraged to bring their full self to work. Our vibrant culture is built on a foundation of community engagement, collaboration, and shared success.
Along with a competitive salary, Catalyst offers a range of benefits designed with your well-being in mind. We emphasise work-life balance, continuous learning and career progression. Here, your talents are appreciated and your ideas are welcomed—helping us shape a future where innovation and inclusivity go hand-in-hand.
Our hiring processes reflect our diversity policy which you can read in full here: Diversity and inclusion policy | Catalyst IT
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