At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Insurance team and tackle complex legal matters for top-tier clients.
- Company: Sparke Helmore, a leading independent Australian law firm with a heart.
- Benefits: Diverse culture, professional development, and a comprehensive benefits program.
- Other info: Be part of a celebrated team recognised as a top employer.
- Why this job: Make your mark in a collaborative environment while growing your legal career.
- Qualifications: 12 months litigation experience and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 85500 - 104500 $ per year.
As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell. Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities. At Sparke Helmore, you’ll be actively involved as part of a diverse, genuine and friendly team. We’ll help you harness your ambition and take your skills to new heights with exposure to outstanding clients and easy access to exceptional leaders and mentors. Your story is yours to define. We’d like to be part of it and for you to be part of ours.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Lawyer to join our Insurance team in Canberra working closely with Partner, Shelley Leembruggen.
About the team and the work:
- The practice has a strong blue-chip client base and will give you access to a variety of challenging and complex matters.
- The team acts on behalf of insurers, self-insured entities, and Government departments in a diverse range of public liability, historical abuse, Commonwealth workers’ compensation, and CTP claims.
- Being a litigation practice, you will have the opportunity to gain experience in both alternative dispute resolution and advocacy within the ACT and NSW Courts, ACAT, and the Administrative Review Tribunal.
- The team culture is collegiate, collaborative, and energetic with a focus on professional development and training.
About you:
- The ideal candidates will have at least 12 months prior experience from a well-regarded litigation team.
- Must be admitted with demonstrated experience appearing before courts and/or tribunals.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Applicants with plaintiff and in-house experience are also encouraged to apply.
What Sparke Helmore can offer you:
Our culture is one which values and celebrates diversity to better represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us - and bring their whole selves to work. We recognise people value things differently. That’s why our comprehensive benefits program is wide ranging so that everyone can find something that appeals to them. We’re sure you will find something to love about what Sparke Helmore has to offer.
Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check.
Lawyer, Insurance in Canberra employer: SHL
Sparke Helmore is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Sydney where you can thrive alongside some of Australia's leading aviation lawyers. With a strong focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills and advance their careers while enjoying a collaborative and supportive culture that values innovation and excellence in the aviation sector.
