Head of Litigation Pacific
1 week ago
Head of Litigation, Pacific
We have an exciting opportunity for a senior litigator to join our team and oversee and manage the defence of claims against the Aon Group in the Pacific Region including error and omission claims, employment, and other disputes.
The Law Division's focus is to protect the Aon Group's commercial interests, ensuring that its legal affairs are effectively managed through the provision of optimal legal services, guidance, and advice.
Law Department colleagues are in Sydney, Brisbane and Auckland. This role is based in Sydney with responsibilities across the region (with a primary focus on Australia).
Aon is in the business of better decisions
At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.
As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.
What the day will look like
Reporting to the Chief Counsel, Pacific, you will be required to work collaboratively with Aon leadership and other Law Department and Compliance colleagues to ensure Aon's rights, businesses and brand are fully protected through the provision of sound legal services, strategy, and advice.
You will also be responsible for:
Managing and cost effectively resolving litigated and non-litigated disputes in the Pacific with least impact to Aon. Being the key point of contact with leadership responsibility (working with other Law Department Colleagues including both the Global Head of Litigation and Chief Counsel, Pacific) for the conduct of: error an omission claims. employment related disputes. contentious regulatory issues; and other contentious matters. Taking personal responsibility for the delivery of high quality, timely and cost-effective legal services. Maintaining and managing relationships with external legal advisers and experts that support the efficient and effective provision of legal services to Aon, including effectively managing matters and litigation briefed to external counsel. Working closely with management and relevant Committees (including Error and Omission and Risk Committees) to reduce and mitigate professional liability and other risks by: conducting root cause analyses of claims, disputes, and complaints. identifying, instigating and implementing risk management measures; and coordinating and delivering error and omission and risk mitigation training across the Pacific. Effectively planning and managing external legal expenditure. Building collaborative and productive working relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders within and outside Aon. Positively and robustly promoting Aon's values and leadership model.How this opportunity is different
Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values an innovative and diverse workplace where all colleagues can be their authentic selves.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that places added focus on personal and professional wellbeing and work-life balance. For example, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing" days per year to allow time for personal wellness pursuits.
Skills and experience that will lead to success
Law qualification from an accredited law school. Admitted to practice law in New South Wales. 12 years+ PQE litigation experience obtained in a top or middle tier law firm and/or in-house legal department preferably in the insurance sector. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with colleagues across different functions and bring people together to achieve a result The ability to think commercially, understand business drivers, provide insightsHow we support our colleagues
In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working
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