Solicitor/Associate - Transport - Melbourne

• Enjoy a unique mix of interesting aviation, maritime, and other transport related matters
• Candidates with an interest in transport law and sound litigation experience conducting insurance, commercial, and/or personal injury litigation are encouraged to apply
• Full time and part time candidates are welcome to apply
• Flexible arrangements, generous leave policies, including purchased, parental, and performance reward leave
• Flexible 3:2 work arrangements

About us

HWL Ebsworth is not your typical law firm. Our rapid rise to become the largest legal partnership in Australia shows that in our case, the differences are real. We deliver first class legal advice to our government and commercial clients in every State and Territory across Australia. Firmwide, we have over 270 Partners and 1700 people. HWL Ebsworth has one of Australia's leading Transport legal practices representing domestic and international airlines and their insurers, shipping companies, marine insurers, and a variety of other transport related businesses.

The opportunity

We have an opportunity to join our highly regarded Transport Practice Group in our Melbourne office. You'll work alongside Vicki Jenner who has over 24 years of experience practising across broad transport, insurance and personal injury fields including aviation claims, marine accident claims, cargo and property damage claims, public liability, product liability, workplace injuries, contribution and recovery proceedings, and the provision of advice with respect to a variety of aviation, marine, and insurance related issues.

The role is primarily disputes focused and will involve advising and acting on behalf of our varied clients, in relation to a range of third party claims (including personal injury, property damage, and other civil claims), major incidents, emergency response, insurance advice, and other aspects of our clients' businesses.

The transport group is a specialised, close knit national team. As a result, you will have the opportunity to work directly with pre-eminent practitioners in this field and a range of prominent national clients. There is substantial opportunity for advancement and to build your career in this highly specialised, interesting, niche field of the law. We support flexible and part time working arrangements and are happy to work with you to achieve your goals in terms of work arrangements and work/life balance.

The transport group is a friendly and welcoming place where you are more than just a number or resource, and where everyone's contribution is valued and recognised.

To succeed in this role, ideally you'll have

• at least 3+ years PAE in either transport law, insurance litigation, aviation, marine, personal injury litigation, or other civil litigation.
• strong practice management skills and attention to detail
• an ability to work both as part of a team and autonomously as required
• a keen desire to learn and develop your technical skills in this varied, interesting and challenging role

What we offer

• Unrivalled career pathways: Our unique meritocracy model proudly offers our staff career development, promoting talent based solely on merit. Our size, range of experience, and competitive pricing model will provide you with everything you need to succeed. Unlike our competitors, our Solicitor to Partner ratio enables greater mentoring and client engagement. Our 180-day career forecasting sessions provide the platform to fast-track your progression.
• Location: Our cutting-edge office is conveniently located in the heart of the Melbourne CBD amidst a fast-paced, high-networking legal community. Enjoy working in a state-of-the-art office environment with access to modern end of trip facilities.
• Culture: Be part of a firm renowned for its friendly and down-to-earth culture.
• Prestige: Join a firm consistently ranked at the forefront of the Australian legal market, where your work is recognised nationally.

How to apply

To apply, please submit your CV via the 'Apply' function. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia and a valid practising certificate to apply. HWL Ebsworth also strongly encourages applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

HWL Ebsworth strives to create an inclusive environment where our people want and feel comfortable to bring their entire selves to work. Varied perspectives contribute to our collective success so whatever your background, we'd love to hear from you and encourage you to apply. If you have reasonable accessibility requirements that will enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process, please reach out to Gabrielle Saunders for a confidential discussion.