50% of professionals earn between $10,417 - $77,886 NZD
The median salary is $74,490
The average salary for a Lawyer in New Zealand is NZD 74,490 - NZD 77,886 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 76,188 per year, based on 1,458 active job listings.
The cities with the most Lawyer job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Wellington Central, Tauranga. Auckland leads with 593 job openings.
Leading employers for Lawyer roles in New Zealand include Stellar Recruitment, New Zealand Government, Mercor, Minter Ellison Rudd Watts, Only Sponsorships.
Explore 1,458 Lawyer job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.