Defendant Indemnity Senior Associate or SC Lawyer
1 week ago
Flexible Working | High-Profile Matters | Leading National Firm
As part of an exciting phase of strategic growth, the Brisbane office of this leading national firm is seeking an experienced Senior Professional Indemnity Lawyer to join its dynamic and highly regarded team.
This role offers genuine flexibility, including the ability to work from home 3–4 days per week once settled, adaptable start and finish times, and a supportive, high-performing culture.
What You'll Do
You'll be part of a team known for its client-focused approach and excellence in handling complex and high-value matters. Your role will include:
- Managing a varied portfolio of professional indemnity claims
- Providing strategic advice and litigation leadership across a range of sectors
- Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to the team's development
Areas of Practice:
- Complex Litigation – multi-party disputes and strategic commercial advice
- Management Liability – defending professionals and handling regulatory investigations
- Construction PI – acting for engineers, architects, and builders
- Legal PI & Environmental Liability – defending solicitors and advising on environmental coverage
- Directors & Officers Liability – representing clients in class actions and regulatory matters
- Financial Lines Coverage – policy interpretation and indemnity disputes
- Fidelity & Financial Crime – advising on fraud and dishonesty claims
Why Join?
This firm is committed to supporting your career and wellbeing with:
- True flexibility – a hybrid model tailored to your lifestyle, with most team members choosing 2 days in the office
- Customisable hours – options like 7:30 am–4:00 pm available
- "Dress for your day" policy – business attire only when meeting clients
- Competitive remuneration above market rate
- Pro bono opportunities and structured professional development
- A vibrant social calendar and wellbeing initiatives
Who We're Looking For
- A lawyer with 4+ years' experience in defendant insurance, ideally with a professional indemnity focus
- Currently at the Senior Associate level or Associate approaching SA
- Experience in mentoring or guiding junior team members
- A collaborative professional with strong technical and client skills
For a completely confidential career discussion and obligation-free market insights, contact Bianca Davies today.
Click "Apply" now or email your details to (Reference: DI for a discreet conversation about your options.
Need to speak outside standard hours? We're happy to schedule calls after hours, during your lunch break, or on weekends - simply email us to arrange a convenient time.
Exploring Other Opportunities? Even if this role isn't quite right, we'd love to connect. We regularly work on unadvertised opportunities across private practice and in-house sectors.
LawStaff 260 Queen Street, Brisbane CBD
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