Senior Associate, Commercial Insurance

1 week ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Sparke Full time

Why Sparke Helmore?

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 Senior Associate to join our Commercial Insurance team in Melbourne working with Kerri Thomas and Jehan Mata.

About the team and the work

  • The practice has a strong blue-chip client base which will offer you access to a diverse range of challenging and complex commercial insurance matters, including professional indemnity and general liability claims
  • They represent Australian and international insurers, government agencies, brokers and intermediaries, acting on a range of general liability claims relating to property damage and personal injury
  • The team's professional indemnity expertise spans professionals in the health, allied health, insurance, construction and engineering sectors
  • The team embraces working flexibly and therefore we welcome applications from candidates who are looking for flexibility in their next role
  • You will have the opportunity to work alongside leading Australian insurance lawyers in a high performing, supportive and collaborative team environment

What the market says

  • Winner: Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards - Insurance Team of the Year, 2022
  • Winner: Australasian Lawyer Australian Law Awards - Insurance Specialist Firm of the Year, 2022
  • Finalist: Australasian Lawyer Australian Law Award - Insurance Specialist Firm of the Year, 2023
  • Finalist: Kerri Thomas, Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards – Insurance Partner of the Year 2023
  • Finalist: Jehan Mata, Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards – Insurance Partner of the Year 2024

About you

  • At least 6 years' experience gained in a well-regarded Insurance practice
  • Experience in general liability and/or professional indemnity essential
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated negotiation skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
  • Willingness to mentor junior team members

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.

To find out more about what is on offer at Sparke Helmore please visit our website: Join us

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Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check.

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