Senior Associate

3 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Kennedys Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Kennedys is seeking a Senior Associate to join our expanding casualty practice in Melbourne, working directly with specialist Partner, Michael Kavanagh. In this role, you will manage a varied caseload of casualty, product & public liability matters, property damage and Victorian WorkCover recovery claims.

This is an opportunity for an experienced lawyer to develop their career working for a reputable global law firm. We are looking for a candidate who is a team player, can develop and maintain excellent client relationships and is keen to be involved in marketing/business development and client training activities.

Types Of Matters
You'll manage a diverse portfolio of high-quality work for London market syndicates and leading domestic and international insurers, including:

  • Casualty work
  • Worker claims and Victorian WorkCover Authority recovery claims
  • Product and public liability claims
  • Property damage claims
  • Policy response advice

About You
4 years + defendant litigation experience with a focus on casualty claims

  • Experience in property damage and Victorian WorkCover claims (desirable but not essential)
  • Proven ability to manage your own caseload with minimal supervision
  • Strong technical knowledge of Australian personal injury law
  • Excellent communication skills and client-facing confidence
  • A collaborative approach and genuine interest in business development
  • Strong academic credentials

Why Kennedys?
Join a global specialist with deep insurance expertise and a reputation for excellence. You'll work on quality matters, receive genuine mentorship from industry leaders, and have clear pathways for career progression within our international network.

Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.

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