Summer Clerk — Corporate
· Onsite · NZ$4,400 - NZ$4,800/year
Position Overview
Internship Description
Russell McVeagh invites applications for its paid Summer Clerkship in the Corporate group at Level 30, Vero Centre, 48 Shortland Street, Auckland. Russell McVeagh's Summer Clerk programme is one of New Zealand's most competitive, with clerks working on live M&A transactions, capital raisings, and corporate advisory matters alongside Band 1-ranked partners. Most summer clerks receive graduate offers.
Programme Details
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- Duration: 10-12 weeks (November 2026 - February 2027)
- Compensation: Paid — approximately NZ$1,100-1,200/week
- Eligibility: 2nd or 3rd year LLB (or equivalent) students at a New Zealand university
- Application Period: March - July 2026 via clerkship portal
What You Will Do
- Assist with due diligence, Companies Office searches, and data room management on live transactions
- Draft board minutes, NZX announcements, and ancillary deal documentation
- Research Companies Act 1993, NZX Listing Rules, and Takeovers Code questions
- Attend client meetings, negotiations, and networking events with firm partners
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in 2nd or 3rd year of LLB (or LLB(Hons)/BA(Hons) conjoint) at a New Zealand university
- Strong academic record (B+ average or above)
- Demonstrated interest in commercial law through mooting, law review, or extracurriculars
Responsibilities
Requirements
Compensation
NZ$4,400 - NZ$4,800/year
Practice Area
Corporate Law
Application Deadline
May 19, 2026
Employment Type
Intern
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