Insurance Senior Associate / Special Counsel (Financial Lines)
The Firm
Barry Nilsson is a national law firm with a 60-year history and over 450 staff. We have an award-winning reputation for leadership in insurance & health and family law.
For the last 6 years, BN has been listed as an Employer of Choice in the Australasian Lawyer Employer of Choice awards. Our culture is friendly, professional, flexible, and down-to-earth. The top three things our staff value most are the people they work with, flexible working options, and work/life balance. In our recent staff survey, 93% of respondents said their manager is approachable and cares about their wellbeing.
The National Insurance & Health Team
Our team is led by 32 industry-leading principals across six states. We handle claims across all major insurance classes and serve prominent clients locally and internationally.
The Role
We are seeking a Senior Associate / Special Counsel to join our financial lines team in Melbourne. The successful candidate will work within a collegiate team led by respected principals, Hubert Wajszel and Scott Shelly.
The role involves defending claims against directors, officers, companies, and professionals in various industries.
The Successful Candidate
* Experience in defendant insurance, preferably professional indemnity
* Strong client relationship skills
* Effective communication skills
* Collaborative and pragmatic approach
The Benefits
* Firm-provided laptop supporting agile work
* Flexible arrangements including a 9.5-day fortnight, work from home, leave purchase, and public holiday swap
* Performance bonus scheme
* Mentoring and training programs
* Casual dress code
* Health & Wellbeing program with allowances and wellness days
* Shared parental leave policies
* Support for pro bono work, secondments, and industry roles
How to Apply
Click 'Apply Now' or contact Lulu Schneiders, People & Culture Adviser, for a confidential application.
Barry Nilsson values diversity and inclusivity, welcoming applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or ethnicity.
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