Insurance Senior Associate

17 hours ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Barryn. Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

About Us
Welcome to Barry Nilsson. For 60 years, we've been shaping a better experience for our clients and our people. What sets our firm apart is not just what we do, but who we are: a team known for its collaborative spirit and commitment to excellence, inclusion, and innovation. As an award-winning national law firm, we've built a culture that empowers you to not only grow your career, but be your authentic self while you do it.

About the Team
Our national Insurance & Health practice combines deep industry knowledge with local expertise and the highest standards of client service. Our team of more than 200 specialist lawyers has the depth of experience and agility to help our clients, both in Australia and overseas, to navigate the complex risk landscape and support their insureds.

About the Role
An engaging opportunity awaits you as a Senior Associate or Special Counsel in our insurance team in Brisbane. We are looking for someone to take on a lead/senior role in defending litigated professional negligence and financial lines claims, including the defence of claims against legal practitioners. You'll collaborate with a team of specialists in their field headed up by Jordan Farr and Rhett Kennedy – principals who are committed to empowering you and your career progression.

About You
If the following sounds like you, we would love to hear from you:

5+ years PAE in defendant insurance claims, with strong experience in professional indemnity;you enjoy building client relationships and achieving excellent outcomes;you remember what it was like being a junior practitioner and understand the importance of mentoring, and are happy to pass on your expertise and knowledge; andyou are a problem-solver who values collaboration and understands the importance of strong working relationships.

Benefits of Working with Us
Just to name a few, we have:

been acknowledged as an 'Employer of Choice' for the last 7 years; a supportive environment where managers genuinely care about your wellbeing; opportunities for structured mentorship and continuous professional development;progressive policies for flexible working arrangements including a 9.5-day fortnight, working from home, purchase of leave options and a public holiday swap policy;an annual performance bonus scheme designed to recognise and reward strong performance;a relaxed office environment where you can "Dress for your Day";access to our Health & Wellbeing program, BNWell, which supports the mental, physical and financial wellbeing of our people including a yearly health & wellbeing allowance and a health & wellbeing leave day;a shared care parental policy with equal leave for all parents; andsupport to undertake pro bono legal work, secondments, volunteering and industry appointments.

Ready to Go Further?
From your first day, expect to be embraced for who you are – because we're a firm defined by our people. Step into a workplace where individuality is celebrated, ambitions are realised, and collaboration drives success. At Barry Nilsson, it's about being you and going further. Apply today.

To make a confidential application, please click 'Apply Now' or contact Katie Guarrera, People & Culture Manager.

This vacancy is being managed exclusively by the BN People & Culture team. Should we require external support, we will reach out to our preferred agencies directly.

Barry Nilsson is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace where all of our people are supported to be their authentic selves, valued for their unique contributions, rewarded fairly, connected to colleagues, and empowered to achieve their full potential. We welcome applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+, as well as people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultures. Feel free to chat to the recruiter for this position regarding any accommodations or adjustments you may require to the role or the recruitment process to ensure your equitable participation.

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