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Insurance Defense Specialist
1 month ago
Company Overview:
Kennedys is a global law firm with a strong presence in the dispute resolution and advisory services sectors. With over 2,500 people across 45 offices worldwide, Kennedys has an impressive reputation for delivering exceptional results to clients.
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Specialist to join our team in Melbourne. As a key member of our financial lines practice, you will work on a variety of complex insurance matters, including professional indemnity, financial lines, and coverage disputes. Your expertise will be invaluable in helping us deliver top-notch services to our clients.
Salary: AU$90,000 - AU$120,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will have at least 3-6 years' post-admission experience in defendant insurance, with a strong focus on professional indemnity and financial lines. You will be expected to handle high-value, complex coverage disputes and have carriage of defence instructions for financial institutions, construction professionals, corporate service providers, and directors and officers (D&O).
Key Responsibilities:
- Handle high-value, complex coverage disputes
- Carry out defence instructions for financial institutions, construction professionals, corporate service providers, and D&O
- Provide coverage advice on complex issues
- Defend claims for insureds covered under various policies, including professional indemnity, directors and officers, management liability, and industrial special risks
- Manage files efficiently and effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Post-admission experience in defendant insurance (3-6 years)
- Strong focus on professional indemnity and financial lines
- Solid litigation experience in Victorian Supreme and County Courts, Federal Court of Australia, and VCAT
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Methodical and organized approach to file management
- Ability to manage own time, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and adherence to professional ethics
Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development within a dynamic and supportive team environment. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, creating a culture based on client service, professional excellence, hard work, and trust.
About Kennedys:
Kennedys is a global law firm with a presence in the UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific, and America. We have a diverse range of industry sectors we serve, but our specialty lies in litigation and dispute resolution, particularly in defending insurance and liability claims. We empower our clients with innovative ideas, tools, and technology to make their lives easier, while delivering exceptional results every time.
