Legal Counsel - Property

Who we are:

Tahua Group’s vision is to create a great Kiwi business. You may not have heard of Tahua, but you’ll know some of our well-loved brands: Burger King, Starbucks, Popeyes, Number One Shoes, Hannah's, Resonate, The Outlet, Torpedo7.  Proudly Kiwi-owned and operated, inspired by a common vision and values, and a shared passion for hospitality/retail, we strive to serve our communities in a truly unique way based on our heritage in Aotearoa.

Why you will love this role:

Tahua has significant growth plans, and key to this is our property strategy. To support this key strategic initiative this role will support the Property teams, and other Executive leaders, on a range of legal matters across commercial leases, general lease management, commercial and property agreements/contracts.  In this role you will deliver the following:

• Negotiation and drafting of all leases, renewals, rent review documentation.
• Development of the strategy and implementation of a consistent legal approach to all property manners including standardised terms and relevant policies and procedures
• Negotiation and drafting of all Sales and Purchase agreements for property acquisitions and disposals.
• Provision of tailored legal advice on a broad range of issues including general commercial contracts, privacy, data protection and consumer law. Advice to include summary of relevant legal position and risks and opportunities associated with various options.

What you will bring to the role:

You will have huge energy and determination, and can demonstrate the following:

• 3 plus years post qualified experience in private practice, or in-house legal environment.
• Current practising certificate (or the right to hold a practising certificate).
• Sound knowledge of commercial and property law.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with an ethical approach and unquestionable integrity.
• Experienced legal negotiator, skilled at achieving “win-win” outcomes and strong relationships.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the capacity to produce high-quality reports, analysis and presentations under tight deadlines.
• Well organised, effective time management – with the ability to handle a complex, shifting, varied workload.

What we offer:

• Beautiful, newly refurbished offices in a stunning North Shore location.
• Free carparking.
• The Tahua Family discount provides access to generous discounts across Burger King, Starbucks, Popeyes, Hannahs, Number One Shoes, Torpedo 7 and Resonate Health.
• A great working environment and culture, in a thriving business that has serious growth plans.

If you want to join us in creating a great Kiwi business then apply now!