Insurance Associate/Senior Associate

About Us
Welcome to Barry Nilsson. For 60 years, we’ve been shaping a better experience for our clients and our people. What sets our firm apart is not just what we do, but who we are: a team known for its collaborative spirit and commitment to excellence, inclusion, and innovation. As an award-winning national law firm, we’ve built a culture that empowers you to not only grow your career but be your authentic self while you do it.

About the Team
Our national Insurance & Health practice combines deep industry knowledge with local expertise and the highest standards of client service. Our team of more than 200 specialist lawyers has the experience and agility to help our clients navigate the complex risk landscape and support their insureds. With expertise across all lines of insurance, from policy drafting to claims management, we partner with insurers, brokers, self-insureds, and re-insurers in Australia and overseas to tailor strategies that achieve the best outcomes for their business and customers.

About the Role
An engaging opportunity awaits you as an Associate or Senior Associate in our insurance team in Perth. We offer rewarding work in workers' compensation and public liability. You’ll collaborate with a team of specialists headed by Colby Treasure, a principal committed to empowering your career progression.

About You
If the following describes you, we would love to hear from you:

- You are an experienced practitioner in the defendant insurance space with a focus on workers' compensation.
- You have a minimum of 2 years PAE.
- You can efficiently manage your own file load.
- You enjoy building client relationships and achieving excellent outcomes.
- You are an all-rounder and a problem-solver who values collaboration and understands the importance of people and strong working relationships.

Benefits of Working with Us
We offer several benefits, including:

- Recognition as an ‘Employer of Choice’ for the last 6 years.
- A supportive environment where managers genuinely care about your wellbeing.
- Opportunities for mentorship and continuous professional development.
- Firm laptops supporting our agile working model.
- Flexible working policies, including a 9.5-day fortnight, working from home, purchase of leave options, and a public holiday swap policy.
- An annual performance bonus scheme.
- A relaxed office environment with a 'Dress for your Day' policy.
- Access to our Health & Wellbeing program, BNWell, supporting mental, physical, and financial wellbeing, including a yearly health & wellbeing allowance and a health & wellbeing leave day.
- A shared care parental policy with equal leave for all parents.
- Support for pro bono work, secondments, volunteering, and industry appointments.

Ready to Go Further?
From day one, you’ll be embraced for who you are — because we’re a firm defined by our people. Step into a workplace where individuality is celebrated, ambitions are realized, and collaboration drives success. At Barry Nilsson, it’s about being you and going further. Apply today.

To make a confidential application, please click ‘Apply Now’ or contact Stephanie Papageorgiou, People & Culture Officer.

Barry Nilsson is committed to being an inclusive law firm that employs and retains the best and most diverse talent. We value diversity and foster a culture where our people are happy to come to work as their true selves, feeling respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people of all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability, or ethnicity.

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