Job Description
Job Description
Vector: Powering Auckland. Shaping the future.
Life at Vector means being part of something bigger.
Here, your work matters. We keep the lights on across Auckland, and each of us plays a key role in the future of the energy industry, building a legacy of clean power for future generations.
We’re embracing opportunities to innovate, collaborating with leading names globally to develop, adopt and share cutting-edge technologies that drive energy sustainability and efficiency.
And while we shape the future, we prioritise yours. Enjoy a comprehensive salary and benefits package, hybrid working and flexibility with hours, and be part of a diverse, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and career growth.
Culture that powers progress
Hear from our people on what they enjoy most about Vector, why they joined and why they stay.
The role
As a Senior Legal Counsel, you’ll provide pragmatic, commercially-focused legal advice across Vector’s diverse portfolio, supporting the business to deliver critical infrastructure and shape a new energy future. This is a senior, hands‑on role where you’ll work closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors, managing a broad range of commercial, construction, regulatory, digital and compliance matters with confidence and sound judgment.
Beyond day‑to‑day legal delivery, the role has a strong strategic dimension. You’ll contribute to the development and execution of Vector’s wider strategy by providing leadership on complex and high‑value matters, influencing outcomes early, and ensuring legal and risk considerations are integrated into key business decisions and projects.
What makes this role unique is the opportunity to step into a trusted, high‑impact position within New Zealand’s largest electricity distributor. You’ll gain exposure to complex energy, regulatory, digital and infrastructure‑related legal work, operate with a high degree of autonomy, and be part of a highly-collaborative, low‑hierarchy legal team.
Please note this role is available on a fixed term basis for a period of 1 year.
Who are we looking for?
- A qualified lawyer with a law degree and current practising certificate, and around 10+ years’ experience as a commercial lawyer, gained in private practice and/or in‑house
- Strong generalist commercial capability, with experience advising on complex matters across areas such as contracts, construction, procurement, regulatory, digital and privacy
- Demonstrated ability to operate at both a strategic and operational level, providing legal leadership on significant projects and contributing to wider organisational strategy
- Confident working independently with sound judgment, while collaborating effectively and knowing when to escalate or seek peer input
- Commercially-pragmatic, solutions‑focused, and aligned to a low‑ego, business‑partner mindset that thrives in a fast‑moving, high‑trust environment.
Why Vector?
We know that great energy starts with great people, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you can be, do and achieve your best:
- Enhance your wellbeing, protect your future and empower your personal and professional growth through our extensive benefits package
- Supercharge your career through internal opportunities, own your own development plan and drive your learning and growth
- Join a company embracing innovation and collaborating with leading names worldwide to develop and adopt cutting-edge technologies, like X The Moonshot Factory
- We value diverse perspectives, which drive innovation and creativity. We encourage everyone to bring their full selves to work, embracing ideas that challenge and inspire
- Build a legacy doing work that matters – we’re keeping the lights on across Auckland, and driving a sustainable energy future for New Zealand.
Apply now!
Applications close by Sunday 19 April 2026; however, interviews may be held sooner – apply today!
Additional Information
We know that some people may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every single requirement. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply anyway - your skills, enthusiasm, and unique perspective could be just what we’re looking for.
Vector values diversity in all its forms and welcomes people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities and abilities to be part of our team.
