Senior Associate/Special Counsel

3 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Kennedys Law Full time
About the Role

Kennedys Law is seeking a talented Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join our busy Insurance team based in our growing Melbourne office.

The successful candidate will have a good understanding of building and infrastructure contracts, design concepts, and the role of building professionals including engineers, architects, building surveyors, building inspectors, land surveyors, and the like. A good understanding of the Building Act (Vic) and ideally experience in large scale litigation/arbitration is required.

Key Responsibilities
  • Acting in defence of a range of building professionals and contractors in complex construction cases.
  • Advising on professional indemnity, warranty, alliance project, and contract works coverage advice.
  • Working closely with 3 highly regarded Partners on a mix of construction-related disputes and other professional indemnity matters.
  • Advising on coverage for a range of local insurers and London syndicates.
About the Team

Our vibrant Melbourne Insurance team is led by 4 prominent Partners: Nicole Wearne, Mark Attard, Ganga Narayanan, and Emily Schneider who pride themselves on promoting an inclusive culture; ensuring everyone works together to achieve the best results for our clients.

About the Clients
  • Multinational Insurance Companies
  • Global Insurance Companies
  • Boutique Underwriting Agencies
  • And many more
Requirements
  • 5-10 years' of relevant defendant insurance experience with a strong background in complex construction personal injury/disputes.
  • Experience acting in large scale construction disputes in the Supreme Court of Victoria, County Court, or VCAT is preferred.
  • Demonstrated understanding of projects, construction agreements, and relevant case law.
  • Coverage experience acting for insurers and advising on coverage matters specific to the construction sector would be highly advantageous but not essential.
  • Methodical and organised approach to file management.
  • Ability to manage own time, excellent organisation skills, and attention to detail.
  • High level of professionalism and integrity; displaying the highest standard of professional ethics.
  • Leadership abilities and natural flair for building relationships.


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