Health Law Specialist

3 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Barry Nilsson Full time
About Barry Nilsson

Barry Nilsson is a renowned national law firm with a rich 60-year history and over 430 staff members. We have established ourselves as experts in insurance & health and family law, providing unparalleled industry knowledge to ensure our clients receive the highest standards of service.

We are proud to have been listed as an Employer of Choice in the Australasian Lawyer Employer of Choice awards for six consecutive years. Our people describe our culture as friendly, professional, flexible, and down-to-earth. In our most recent staff engagement survey, 93% of respondents reported that their manager is approachable, accessible, and responsive, and our team feels valued and supported by their managers.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Health Law Specialist to join our Melbourne Insurance & Health team. This role offers exciting opportunities to work on a diverse range of health law matters, including claims, disciplinary proceedings, litigated proceedings, and coronial inquests. You will be working closely with our award-winning team to provide high-quality advice and exceptional client service.

As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to build strong relationships with clients, including hospitals, clinics, medical professionals, and allied health providers. Your ability to manage your own file load and collaborate effectively with colleagues will be essential to success in this role.

We offer a competitive salary package of $80,000 - $110,000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition to your salary, you will also receive:

  • A firm laptop to support our agile working model;
  • Flexible working arrangements, including a 9.5 day fortnight, remote work options, and purchase of leave policies;
  • An annual performance bonus scheme to recognize and reward outstanding performance;
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career growth;
  • Casual office environment with a dress-for-your-day policy;
  • Access to our Health & Wellbeing program, BNWell, which supports the overall wellbeing of our people;
  • Shared care parental policy with equal leave for both parents;
  • Support to undertake pro bono legal work, secondments, and industry appointments;
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will require:

  • Relevant experience in health law or personal injury law;
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Ability to manage multiple files and deadlines;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • Collaborative and pragmatic approach to work.
About Us

At Barry Nilsson, we are committed to being an inclusive law firm that values diversity and fosters a culture where our people feel respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability, or ethnicity.

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