Lawyer - Professional Indemnity/Financial Lines

Lawyer - Professional Indemnity/Financial Lines

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Who are we?

Gilchrist Connell is a leading national law firm operating across all Australian jurisdictions from its five offices in

2023 Insurance Specialist Firm of the Year.

We believe that partnering with sophisticated clients on high quality work and enjoying a rewarding personal life should not be mutually exclusive. In 2024, for the

Introduction:

Who are we?

Gilchrist Connell is a leading national law firm operating across all Australian jurisdictions from its five offices in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth. In recognition of our excellence in the insurance sector, Australasian Lawyer named Gilchrist Connell as the 2023 Insurance Specialist Firm of the Year.

We believe that partnering with sophisticated clients on high quality work and enjoying a rewarding personal life should not be mutually exclusive. In 2024, for the fifth consecutive year, Gilchrist Connell is one of only 31 firms recognised as an Australasian Lawyer Employer of Choice. Certified as a Family Friendly Workplace and Great Place to Work, we adhere to best practice in supporting employees to meet their work, family and wellbeing needs.

The firm has a genuinely positive work culture, built on transparency in feedback, supportive flexible working practices, leading employee support programs and benefits.

What do we offer you?

Gilchrist Connell offers a wide range of benefits including:

• A culture built by real people committed to each other and their clients' success Our firm has a collegiate buzz and is growing in response to client demand.
• Access to an experienced team of lawyers at different levels who are dedicated to helping you learn and grow in your role and to provide support while you do so
• Flexibility to manage your time. Be efficient, get your work done, and go enjoy your personal life.
• Responsibility for and meaning in your work.
• A truly diverse and inclusive workplace where all our people can flourish and fulfil their highest potential, for the benefit of our people, the firm, and our clients.
• Community mindset. We recognise our role as a corporate citizen and invest in a standalone pro bono practice and community response.
• Access to professional development opportunities with leading external providers.
• A competitive salary with discretionary incentives linked to firm performance.
• Group Salary Continuance (GSC) at the firm's cost.
• Market leading family friendly policies entitlements over and above government entitlements.
• Comprehensive wellbeing support services through our EAP Provider and Osara Health which is available to you and your family.
• Access to corporate discounts for over 400 retailers.
  
  

Description:

Why the role?

To meet the needs of our growing professional indemnity practice, a fantastic opportunity has arisen in our Perth office for a 5+ PAE insurance practitioner to support the work of our Perth team. Working alongside our Perth Principals, you will be exposed to a variety of insurance matters with a focus on professional indemnity matters. If specialism in those areas or a variety or work appeals to you, come and talk to us about taking your career to the next level with a role reflecting your interests and experience.

Skills and Experiences:

Who are you?

• Around 5+ years post admission with experience in insurance and professional indemnity with a willingness to work on a variety of matters
• Ability to take responsibility for progressing matters in a strategic way
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills that are adaptable to the audience
• Ability to manage client expectations and run matters autonomously and more complex matters under supervision
• Practical and client focused in solving problems
• You have confidence, initiative and ambition to pursue a career in insurance law
  
  

Candidates can request reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process. If you need any specific adjustment, please contact our People team so we can work together to support you.

We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to First Nations, LGBTIQA+, persons with disabilities, as well as individuals of all ages, and cultures. We're a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace and celebrate the diversity of our people.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career and want to work for a firm that values high performance, innovation, growth, whilst having fun along the way, we would love to hear from you Please talk to our Talent Acquisition Partner, Rachel Gerreyn on 0467 486 867 about joining Gilchrist Connell. Alternatively, hit the apply button to submit your CV and cover letter.

A quick note to agencies - we do not need support with this role at present. Thank you.Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionLegal
• IndustriesLaw Practice

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