At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor junior lawyers while managing high-value personal injury cases.
- Company: Join McCabes, a top-tier Australian law firm known for its culture and values.
- Benefits: Enjoy career growth, health support, and a flexible, inclusive workplace.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional development in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the insurance sector with a talented team.
- Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor of Laws and at least 3 years' experience in insurance law.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Career and professional development opportunities.
Health and wellbeing support.
Opportunity for an experienced senior lawyer to join our growing insurance team in Brisbane!
About Us
McCabes is an Australian Commercial, Government, and Insurance law firm with a reputation for providing high quality, timely legal services. Balanced with a strong internal emphasis on culture and values, we combine innovation with commercial savviness to deliver rewarding outcomes to all our clients.
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior lawyer to join our highly successful Insurance Division on a full-time basis. Based in Brisbane, the successful candidate will enjoy working on high value matters for premium insurer clients in a team that is recognised within the industry for delivering high quality advice and outstanding service to clients across a diverse range of sectors including:
- Public liability – Personal Injury & Property
- Product liability
- Indemnity
The key purpose in this role will be to offer a broad range of personal injury and general insurance services to a wide network of clients. You will be required to have a demonstrated and sound knowledge of the industry, with the ability to run matters through to completion. As a senior member of the team, you will be experienced in, and comfortable leading and mentoring junior lawyers.
Skills and Experience
To be successful in this role you will have:
- A Bachelor of Laws or equivalent and a current Queensland practising certificate
- Minimum 3 years' post admission experience in general insurance matters, including liability claims
- Experience in personal injury proceedings in Queensland
- A passion for and experience in mentoring and supervising junior lawyers
- Ability to communicate effectively with experts in multiple fields
- High degree of initiative, dedication and organisation ability with a strong client and commercial focus
- A commercial approach and ability to articulate and negotiate effectively
What we offer
In return, we offer the opportunity to grow your career within a talented team, supported by a flexible, inclusive, and forward-thinking workplace. Our culture is built on our core values – integrity, excellence, and courage and we are committed to providing genuine opportunities for professional development and progression.
How to apply
Please apply online with your CV, cover letter, and academic transcripts. To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia. If you would like further information on the role, please email recruitment@mccabes.com.au.
Accessibility and inclusion
We are committed to providing an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment experience. If you need any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us at recruitment@mccabes.com.au.
Agency submissions
We are not accepting applications submitted by recruitment agencies for this position unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of our human resources team. Candidate profiles or resumes forwarded to principals, hiring managers, or other employees will not constitute an introduction to McCabes for this role or any future roles.
Senior Insurance Counsel, Personal Injury – Brisbane employer: McCabes Lawyers
McCabes Lawyers is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture in the heart of Sydney where collaboration and mentorship thrive. With a focus on professional growth, employees are encouraged to develop their skills while managing a diverse caseload in both private and public sectors, making it a rewarding environment for those passionate about institutional torts.
