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The Firm
- Well established national Australian law firm with a strong insurance and government practice
- Highly regarded for complex casualty, professional indemnity and general liability work
- Acts for major insurer and government clients both domestically and internationally
- Known for a collaborative, inclusive and values driven culture
- Offers senior lawyers autonomy, trust and genuine career development
The Role
- Sydney based senior role within a leading general insurance team
- Working across both insurance and government client portfolios
- Managing complex casualty matters including professional indemnity, construction and general liability claims
- Acting on significant and high value matters including catastrophic losses
- Providing insurance policy advice and coverage dispute support
- Representing clients in negotiations, mediations and court proceedings
- Running matters autonomously with responsibility for strategy and outcomes
- Supervising, mentoring and developing junior lawyers within the team
- Working closely with a leading NSW insurance and government partner
The Candidate
- Admitted lawyer with a minimum of 5yrs post admission experience
- Hold a current New South Wales practising certificate
- Strong background in casualty insurance, professional indemnity or general liability matters
- Experience with insurance policy advice and coverage disputes
- Sound knowledge of Australian tort law, civil procedure and relevant legislation
- Proven ability to supervise and mentor junior lawyers
- Strong research, analytical and problem solving skills
- Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
- Commercially minded with the ability to negotiate and advise strategically
Benefits
- Senior level role with autonomy and leadership responsibility
- High quality and complex insurance and government work
- Opportunity to mentor and shape junior lawyers
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Flexible and inclusive working environment
- Ongoing professional development programs
- Health and wellbeing initiatives
- Supportive culture with clear long term career progression
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please submit your Microsoft Word formatted CV or contact
Kalinda Campbell 02 8270 9715 kalinda@people2people.com.au
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