Careers
Since the firm was established over 20 years ago, James &
Wells has become one of the leading and fastest growing
intellectual property practices in New Zealand, with offices in
Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and Christchurch. Our services
encompass all aspects of intellectual property law in New
Zealand.
In addition to seeking protection for innovation and ideas
through patents, trade marks, copyright, design registrations and
plant variety rights, we develop and implement IP and
commercialisation strategies to maximise the benefits of the
protection we obtain for our clients, and we have arguably the most
significant dedicated IP litigation team in New Zealand for the
enforcement of our clients' rights.
Our culture and firm values
We are recognised not only as a leading service provider but
also a leading employer, having been named 'Legal Personnel
Employer of Choice' in the 2010 and 2006 NZ Law Awards and a
finalist in the 2007 and 2009 awards. We were also winner of the'
Intellectual Property Law Award' in 2011, 2010 and 2009 and first
runner up in 2008.
Our vision is to be the most sought after Intellectual Property
firm in New Zealand. To us that means not only being the most
sought after by clients, but also the most sought after by our
people and those who want to work for us.
What we offer you
We provide a stimulating and collegial working environment where
we appreciate the benefits of work-life balance. We operate under a
team structure which provides support and development for all
members.
Here is an overview of some of our benefits:
- Opportunities for professional development e.g. JAWS in-house
seminar programme, external conferences and workshops, study
support etc.
- Rewards and recognition programme linked to the firm's
values
- Flexibility in working arrangements
- Annual AGM when the whole firm gets together at off-site
location
- Long service leave
- Free influenza vaccinations
- Firm-subsidised social club with regular office functions
- Friday night drinks
- Access to discounted banking packages
- Reduced premiums for Southern Cross medical insurance as part
of NZLAW group scheme
- Day off on your birthday
- Annual "Admin Professionals Day" brunch
- On-site massages for some offices
- Free car parking for staff in some offices
- Biscuits, crackers, fresh fruit, tea, coffee, milk, newspapers
etc available in staff rooms
Vacancies
Information regarding our current vacancies can be found
here:
Trainee Opportunities
Information concerning trainee
opportunities can be found here.
For further information about working at James & Wells
Intellectual Property please contact our HR Team at hr@jaws.co.nz.