Why Sparke Helmore?
As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell. Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities.
At Sparke Helmore, you'll be actively involved as part of a diverse, genuine and friendly team. We'll help you harness your ambition and take your skills to new heights with exposure to outstanding clients and easy access to exceptional leaders and mentors.
Your story is yours to define. We'd like to be part of it and for you to be part of ours.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Law Graduate to join our Insurance team in Darwin working with Partner, Arelene Lowry.
About the team and the work
* Highly engaged, collaborative national team led by an inspirational, energetic and supportive partner. You couldn't ask for a better mentor as you begin your career.
* you will be involved in a broad range of liability and workers compensation matters which involve motor vehicle accidents, including specific conduct of all aspects of catastrophic claims, as well as complex medical, quantum and intricate liability issues.
* The team acts for compensation insurers, state and territory government departments, local councils and compulsory third-party insurers.
What the market says
* Recognised: Best Law Firms 2026 ranked by Best Lawyers - National Tier 1 Ranking for Insurance Law.
* Finalist: Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards - Insurance Specialist Firm of the Year, 2024.
* Finalist: Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards – Law Firm of the Year, 2024.
* Winner: Australasian Lawyer - Law Firm of the Year, 2024.
* Recognised: The Australasian Lawyer 5-Star Employer of Choice, 2023 & 2024.
* Recognised: Lawyers Weekly - Top 25 Attraction Firm, 2025.
About you
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
* Previous Paralegal experience is preferred but not essential, we vale transferable skills and a willingness to learn.
* You will have graduated and be able to start as a full-time graduate immediately
What do we look for in our graduates?
We look for 'all-rounders' who align with our culture and values and who demonstrate among other things exceptional interpersonal skills, energy and commerciality
* Previous experience as a paralegal, tip staff, summer clerk or voluntary legal experience highly regarded
* Engagement in extra-curricular pursuits as well as their studies, our graduates have often excelled at mooting, debating, team sports or student politics in addition to their studies
* Clear and concise written and verbal communication
* Above all you will be a team player
At Sparke Helmore our people are our most valuable asset, so we make sure we look after them. The trust we place in our graduate lawyers will ensure that you won't get stuck doing repetitive tasks. You'll be an integral part of our team with high levels of responsibility and have genuine opportunities for career growth and development.
What Sparke Helmore can offer you
Our culture is one which values and celebrates diversity to better represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us - and bring their whole selves to work.
We recognise people value things differently. That's why our comprehensive benefits program is wide ranging so that everyone can find something that appeals to them. We're sure you will find something to love about what Sparke Helmore has to offer.
To find out more about what is on offer at Sparke Helmore please visit our website: Join us
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Graduate Brochure
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Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check.
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