At a Glance
- Tasks: Handle complex insurance litigation cases and mentor junior lawyers.
- Company: Highly regarded national law firm with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, competitive salary, and genuine career progression.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on high-quality, impactful litigation matters.
- Qualifications: 3+ years' experience in insurance litigation or personal injury.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Work on complex insurance litigation matters with a highly regarded national law firm offering genuine career progression, exceptional mentoring and flexibility.
- Quality Matters – Public Liability, CTP, Historical Abuse & Commonwealth Workers' Compensation
- Career Progression – Genuine opportunity to advance to Senior Associate within a supportive, established team
- Work-Life Balance – Hybrid working and part-time arrangements available (minimum 3 days per week)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate or Senior Associate to join the growing Insurance Litigation practice of a highly regarded national law firm in Canberra. Working closely with an experienced Partner and a collaborative team of insurance specialists, you will gain exposure to sophisticated litigation matters involving major insurers, self-insured organisations and government clients. This opportunity is ideal for an ambitious insurance lawyer looking to broaden their expertise, take greater ownership of matters and progress their career within a firm that genuinely invests in its people.
The Role
You will be involved in a diverse range of defendant insurance litigation matters, including:
- Public liability and personal injury claims
- Historical and institutional abuse litigation
- Compulsory Third Party (CTP) claims
- Complex insurance litigation involving government and corporate clients
- Court and tribunal proceedings, including the ACT and NSW Courts, ACAT and Administrative Review Tribunal
- Managing files, developing litigation strategies and negotiating settlements
- Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to the team's continued growth
The practice offers the opportunity to develop expertise across multiple insurance disciplines while also supporting lawyers who wish to specialise in a particular area.
About You
We are interested in hearing from lawyers who offer:
- 3+ years' post-admission experience, ideally within insurance litigation or personal injury
- Experience in defendant liability, CTP, public liability, historical abuse or workers' compensation matters
- Strong litigation, drafting, negotiation and file management skills
- Confidence managing matters with appropriate autonomy
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach
- An interest in mentoring junior lawyers and progressing professionally
Lawyers from plaintiff personal injury practices or in-house legal teams are also encouraged to apply, particularly those interested in transitioning into defendant insurance litigation.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Join a highly regarded national law firm with an established insurance practice
- Work alongside experienced Partners and respected insurance specialists
- Access high-quality, complex litigation and an impressive client portfolio
- Enjoy genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development
- Benefit from a supportive, inclusive and collaborative team culture
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and part-time options
- Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience
Senior Associate – Insurance Litigation in Canberra employer: Lead Group
This business advisory firm in Melbourne is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With structured training events, flexible work hours, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance, employees are encouraged to enhance their skills while enjoying a vibrant social club and fitness activities. Joining this team means being part of a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued and career progression is actively supported.
