At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage diverse insurance cases and build strong professional relationships.
- Company: Join a leading law firm with a focus on collaboration and growth.
- Benefits: Flexible dress code, health insurance discounts, gym perks, and study leave.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the insurance sector while developing your legal skills.
- Qualifications: 3-8 years' PQE in defendant insurance with strong communication and analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
We're seeking a talented Associate or Senior Associate (3-8 years' PQE) to join our Adelaide Insurance team working alongside Grant Mitchell.
The team acts for some of Australia’s largest insurers, corporate entities, the State of South Australia, and NFPs in South Australian and Commonwealth courts in the areas of professional indemnity and public & product liability.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing a varied defendant insurance caseload, taking ownership of files and progressing matters with appropriate independence.
- Preparing high‑quality pleadings, correspondence, advices, and evidence summaries, applying sound legal reasoning and commercial awareness.
- Liaising confidently with insurers, insured clients, experts, and counsel to progress matters efficiently and maintain strong professional relationships.
- Attending court events, mediations, and settlement conferences, assisting with advocacy and negotiation as required.
Who We Are Looking For
The successful candidate will have the following:
- Between 3–8 years’ PQE within a defendant insurance practice, with in‑house insurance or claims experience also valued.
- Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills, with the ability to produce clear, commercially attuned work.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues, clients, and external stakeholders.
- Proven ability to manage competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy, organisation, and attention to detail.
- A proactive mindset toward learning, development, and expanding technical and strategic capability.
What We Offer
- Dress for your day.
- Discounted health insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia.
- Study and exam leave.
- Competitive referral bonus.
- Other amazing perks.
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Contact Details:
Nulsen Disability Services Recruitment Team
