Senior Solicitor Commercial

• Help shape major public sector commercial initiatives that improve outcomes for New Zealanders.
• Partner on a range of commercial, procurement and commissioning activities across ACC for health, technology, injury prevention and service delivery programmes.
• Receive a competitive salary, with 9% superannuation and flexible working options.

About us | Mō mātou

ACC exists to support the people of Aotearoa New Zealand by preventing injuries and helping people recover when accidents happen.

Every year, ACC invests more than $1 billion in health, technology, corporate services and injury prevention initiatives. Our work is unique, complex and meaningful, with decisions that directly impact communities across the country.

You can find out more about ACC and the work we do at www.acc.co.nz.

About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi

As a Senior Solicitor, you will provide trusted legal and commercial advice, helping ACC navigate risk while achieving strategic and operational objectives. You'll work closely with procurement specialists, commissioning and project teams, senior leaders and external stakeholders to develop practical solutions, support commercial negotiations and organisational initiatives, and contribute to ACC's commercial and contracting frameworks.

You'll work alongside a collaborative team of experienced and highly regarded professionals on a range of operational and strategic initiatives. The team provides legal advice across the commissioning, funding, procurement and contract management lifecycle, helping ACC deliver services that support millions of New Zealanders.

This role combines intellectually stimulating legal work with the opportunity to make a genuine difference through ACC's purpose.  Our work spans a diverse portfolio of matters, including:

• Health service commissioning and contracting
• Significant procurement and commercial projects
• Technology and digital transformation programmes
• Supplier relationships
• Corporate and operational service arrangements
• Injury prevention and service delivery initiatives

The base salary range for this role is $117,787 – $153,000, with appointment depending on skills and experience and internal relativities. ACC offers a comprehensive benefits package, which at present includes 9% employer superannuation contribution with no mandatory employee contribution, flexible working options, optional life and income protection insurance, ongoing professional development opportunities. 

Our preferred location for this role is Auckland, however applicants from Wellington will also be accepted.

About you | Mōu

You will be an experienced lawyer who combines strong legal judgement with commercial pragmatism and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

You may have gained your experience in private practice, an in-house legal team, a Crown entity, government agency, health organisation, technology business or another complex commercial environment.

What matters most is your ability to provide clear, practical advice and build trusted relationships across the organisation.

You will bring:

• Commercial and legal expertise: Experience providing legal advice on commercial arrangements, contracting, procurement, service delivery or other complex transactions. You can identify legal risks while helping clients achieve practical outcomes.
• Influence and partnership: You build credibility quickly and effectively advise project teams, subject matter experts and senior leaders. You explain complex legal issues clearly and work collaboratively to find solutions.
• Strategic thinking and judgement: You balance legal, commercial, operational and reputational considerations when advising on important decisions and are comfortable working through ambiguity while maintaining a broader perspective.
• Leadership and contribution: You share your expertise, support colleagues and contribute to a positive, high-performing team culture. You bring initiative, integrity, curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Commitment to Aotearoa New Zealand: You have knowledge of, or a willingness to develop your understanding of, Te Ao Māori, tikanga Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and how these can be applied in public sector commissioning, procurement and service delivery.

You must hold New Zealand work rights at the time of application. You will also hold a current New Zealand Law Society practising certificate (or be eligible to obtain one).

We recognise that great candidates may not meet every listed criterion. If you believe you can make a strong contribution to our team, we encourage you to apply.

Working at ACC | Mō ACC

At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand’s cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It's important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that:

• Employee networks to support our colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

• The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Please attach your CV and cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit and what strengths you would bring to the role. Applications will run through to 11.59pm on Thursday 6 August, however if an ideal candidate is found we may progress screening and interviewing sooner.

Applications can only be accepted through the ACC Career Website. For accessibility support or pātai (questions), email HRHelp@acc.co.nz quoting the Job Identification number (1006973)