Associate to Special Counsel

The Firm

This national law firm is recognised as a leader in insurance, risk and litigation, with a strong reputation for excellence, integrity and client-focused service. With decades of experience and a people-first culture, the firm offers a supportive, inclusive and modern working environment where staff can genuinely thrive.

Its Insurance & Health practice is one of the most respected in the country, known for its technical depth, collaborative culture and commitment to professional development.

The firm values authenticity, teamwork, flexibility and continuous learning, making it an employer of choice for practitioners seeking high-quality work without compromising work-life balance.

The Role

The firm is seeking 2 lawyers, from Associate through to Special Counsel level, to join its Abuse & Public Liability team in Sydney.

Working closely with experienced senior practitioners, the successful candidates will manage a diverse defendant-side caseload involving:

• Institutional abuse claims


• General public liability and personal injury matters


• Sensitive client interactions and trauma-informed practice


• Liability assessment, investigations and reporting


• Preparing advices, drafting court documents and managing litigation


• Liaising with insurers, government departments and external stakeholders


• Collaborating with colleagues across insurance, health, litigation and risk teams

The role offers exposure to both complex abuse matters and broader public liability work, with no more than approximately 50% of the workload focused on abuse files.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• A minimum of 2 years’ PAE in abuse law or sensitive claims work


• A current NSW practising certificate


• Experience acting on the defendant insurance side is highly regarded


• Strong litigation skills and the ability to manage a busy file load


• Excellent written communication and drafting skills


• A trauma-informed approach, empathy and professionalism


• The ability to build rapport with insurer clients and external stakeholders


• A collaborative working style and commitment to team culture

Lawyers at Associate, Senior Associate and Special Counsel level are encouraged to apply, with responsibilities and file mix tailored to experience.

Benefits

The firm offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, including:

• Employer of Choice recognised workplace


• A genuinely supportive culture with approachable leaders


• Structured mentorship and clear career development pathways


• Flexible working arrangements, including a shorter working fortnight, work from home options and purchased leave


• Public holiday swap policy


• Annual performance bonus program


• Dress for your Day approach


• Access to a national Health & Wellbeing program, including a wellbeing allowance and extra leave day


• Equal shared care parental leave for all parents


• Opportunities for pro bono work, secondments, volunteering and industry engagement

Apply using an MS Word version of your CV or email kalinda@people2people.com.au for a confidential discussion.