Wellington or Hamilton | 6-Month Fixed-term | Full-time 

DairyNZ’s story 

Progressing a positive future for New Zealand dairy farming 

Te whanake anamata angitu mō ngā pāmu kau o Aotearoa 

We are full of people who have a passion for doing good and creating positive change. We leverage our collective strength by bringing the dairy sector together, helping farmers build more sustainable, profitable and resilient farm businesses, because a strong dairy sector means a strong?New Zealand.  

Why this role matters  

This is your chance to make an impact in a sector that drives our economy and communities. As a  Senior Corporate Solicitor, you’ll play a key role in supporting critical contracting projects and providing practical legal and commercial advice across the organisation. You’ll work closely with the Head of Legal, Risk & Intellectual Property and collaborate with teams influencing the future of dairy farming.  

Zealand.  

What you’ll do 

• Lead on contracts and proposals – Ensure consistency and clarity in managing research and business agreements. 

• Provide trusted legal advice – Deliver timely, accurate guidance on co-funding and supplier engagements. 

• Assess and mitigate risk – Apply sound judgment to identify legal and commercial risks. 

• Collaborate with experts – Work with external advisors on specialist matters. 

• Influence and negotiate – Contribute to stakeholder discussions and positive outcomes. 

• Drive improvement – Help refine legal processes and promote collaboration. 

What we’re looking for  

• Bachelor of Laws and 10+ years’ experience in contract negotiation and management with strong knowledge of contract law. 

• Proven ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders. 

• High attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and ability to work at pace. 

Bonus skills: Government procurement (Science sector), IP agreements, privacy law, environmental law, biosecurity, or local government experience. 

Sound good to you? Come join our team who together, are making a difference. 

Check out the full position description here to read more detail.  Applications close Thursday 15^th January 2026