About us | Mō mātou
ACC is a trusted and high‑performing organisation, providing care, supporting recovery and promoting injury prevention, now and into the future.
You can find more about ACC and the work we do at acc.co.nz.
About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi
We have an opportunity for a Principal Solicitor to join the Litigation team on a permanent basis based in either Wellington or Auckland
The litigation portfolio is varied and includes dispute resolution litigation under the Accident Compensation Act 2001, public, civil, commercial, criminal and coronial matters. The team is responsible for managing all litigation that ACC is a party to in courts, tribunals and inquiries. The team oversees the instruction and management of ACC litigation via a panel of external lawyers that represent ACC; team members are not required to appear in court themselves.
The Principal Solicitor – Litigation plays a critical role in managing and providing strategic advice on significant litigation, as well as leading on key litigation files across the team. The Principal Solicitor works closely with other colleagues in the Legal, Privacy & Ethics team providing subject matter expertise, collaborating on work crossing portfolio areas, and mentoring team members.
The appointing salary for this role is $138,301 – $195,248 based on experience and we offer an additional 9% superannuation contribution ACC offers a comprehensive benefits package which at present includes an advantageous superannuation scheme with features like no mandatory minimum employee contribution, optional life and income protection insurance, and flexibility to change to a locked plan at any time.
About you | Mōu
This role would suit a senior lawyer with significant litigation (or litigation management) experience across varied practice areas that may include public law, medico-legal, criminal, and coronial matters. You will have experience partnering and driving continuous improvement in complex and high-profile litigation environments. Your curious, collaborative and inclusive style will enable you to be a key contributor in the team and form partnerships across and external to ACC to enable the provision of high-quality trusted advice, and successful management of ACC’s litigation case load.
We’re looking for:
If you are looking to be part of motivated, supportive and collaborative team with variety, continued growth and development and the ability to work at a strategic level, we would love to hear from you.
Working at ACC | Mō ACC
At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand’s cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It is important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that:
How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
Please note, this role will commence in July 2026.
To apply, attach your CV and cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit and what strengths you would bring to the role. Applications will run through to 11.55pm on Sunday 3 May 2026, however if an ideal candidate is found we may progress screening and interviewing sooner.
Applications can only be accepted through the ACC Career Website. For accessibility support or pātai (questions), email HRHelp@acc.co.nz.
ACC NZ is an organisation quite unlike any other - in fact we are the only one of our kind in the world! At our heart is the fact we are an innovative New Zealand organisation born out of an idea - one focused on looking after the best interests of our people. So it will come as little surprise that a job with us offers an opportunity to do something that directly benefits the people of New Zealand, while also benefitting your career.
There are three words that encapsulate our reason for being: prevention, care and recovery. We exist to actively minimise the chance of accidents happening. But when they do, we are here to help people with the appropriate levels of care and recovery with the aim of returning them to their normal lives faster.
As you might expect, there are many people involved in making all this happen, and that's why there are many and varied career opportunities within our organisation. From Case Managers and Claims Managers to Clinical Advisors and Technical Claims Managers we offer many roles which open up a range of development avenues with ACC. What's more, we have locations around the country, all of which offer supportive, collegial workplaces.
As part of the ACC's team of talented and passionate people you can also look forward to a host of benefits including flexible working options, competitive remuneration, ongoing career development opportunities, and a discounted healthcare scheme. So if ACC sounds like your type of place, let's talk today.
