Defendant Insurance SA or SC Lawyer

10 hours ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Law Staff Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

This opportunity is a rare find in the legal market - offering genuine flexibility while maintaining the prestige and quality of a leading national firm.

In fact, this firm provides some of the most adaptable working arrangements in the insurance space. We've placed lawyers who work fully remotely while travelling across Australia, others who are based on the Sunshine Coast supporting a Brisbane team, and some who enjoy coming into the office a few days a week. Of course, for those who love the energy of the office, their busy CBD spaces are open five days a week.

The choice is yours to design the working arrangement that best suits your lifestyle.

THE ROLE

You'll be joining an award-winning mid-tier national firm with six offices and over 500 professionals across Australia. The team is well regarded for its strong client relationships, quality of work, and supportive, down-to-earth culture.

Due to ongoing growth, the firm is seeking an additional Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join its thriving Insurance team.

You'll handle a diverse and engaging caseload, including:

  • Public liability
  • Personal injury
  • Property damage
  • Professional indemnity

ABOUT YOU

You will ideally have:

  • 5+ years PAE in insurance law
  • Experience defending insurance claims
  • A background with a reputable specialist, mid-tier, or top-tier firm
  • Or experience in government or in-house with an insurer
  • A proactive, client-focused approach and the ability to work independently while staying connected to the team

THE PERKS

  • True flexibility and the ability to work 100% remote or come into the CBD offices when you like.
  • Company laptop and phone provided.
  • Enjoy a competitive salary and a bonus structure that rewards productivity, not just your presence in the office.
  • This firm has invested heavily in insuring all staff have a clear pathway for their personal career progression which has lead to great stability, a positive culture and high staff retention.
  • 26-week parental leave policy

TO APPLY

To request more details and find out which firm this is, please click APPLY and upload your Profile. Alternatively quote Ref:DI061125 and email to set up an uncompromising confidential discussion to Bianca Davies -

If this role is not entirely suitable then we would still enjoy the opportunity of hearing from you. We often work on roles that are not advertised, with a range of positions across private practice and in-house.

LawStaff | 260 Queen St | Brisbane

Please note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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