Associate/Senior Associate - Professional Indemnity

Description

• Advising underwriters in relation to complex coverage disputes regarding Financial Institutions, Director and Officer and Project Specific Professional Indenity policies.
• Acting for other insured professionals including lawyers, architects, accountants, real estate agents, property managers, engineers, valuers, insurance brokers, and other construction professionals;
• Acting for professionals in disciplinary actions.
• Handling claims against financial professionals including trustees, auditors, accountants, financial planners, and executives and directors involved in the financial services sector.

Requirements

Our ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in a defendant professional indemnity role or commercial/insurance litigation. Experience or an interest in developing an expertise in financial lines claims would be advantageous, as would experience in advising on coverage issues. Our clients are at the heart of all that we do, so we are looking for a candidate who demonstrates a strong client service focus and a commercial approach to all dealings.

Nationally, over 750 talented people deliver top-quality legal advice and representation, coupled with exceptional client service and support, across our offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Newcastle, Perth and Cairns.

• Strong communication, technical drafting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both independently, and collaboratively as part of a small team.
• Self-confidence, initiative and a commitment to ongoing learning and development in this area of practice

Benefits

Our partners are committed to fostering flexible, inclusive and diverse environments for our employees. We have the fourth highest percentage of female partners according to the AFR Law Partnership Survey, July 2024.

We value technical excellence and collegiality, offer a great workplace culture and excellent opportunities to further your career, whether you are just starting out, are an experienced lawyer or a business services professional.

• Insurance – including commercial classes such as financial lines, professional indemnity, public & product liability, life insurance and through to statutory classes such as workers compensation and compulsory third party.
• Health and wellness initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Program for yourself and your family, corporate discounts at 400+ leading fitness and wellbeing brands and mental health first aiders
• Paid parental leave and accreditations as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace and Family Inclusive Workplace
• Continuous learning and development programs so that you are always being challenged, engaged and encouraged to grow
• Mentoring opportunities and on the job learning to support your professional and personal development
• Flexible working arrangements to help you balance your work and personal commitments

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance