About Us
Barry Nilsson has been shaping a better experience for clients and people for 60 years. The firm promotes a collaborative spirit, commitment to excellence, inclusion, and innovation. As an award‐winning national law firm, we empower staff to grow their careers and be authentic.
About The Team
The 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 supports clients in Australia and overseas, helping navigate the complex risk landscape.
About The Role
We are hiring a lawyer for our Insurance team, with opportunities at various levels of experience. The role involves a rewarding and diverse range of litigious and contentious matters arising from professional indemnity, directors' & officers' and management liability lines of insurance. Additionally, the lawyer will handle regulatory investigations, prosecutions, and commercial disputes, collaborating with specialists led by Toby Barrie and Jason Hart.
Qualifications
* Practitioner in the defender insurance space (preferably professional indemnity, public liability, and/or health).
* Efficiently manages own file load.
* Builds strong client relationships with a focus on client service.
* Effective communication skills.
* Problem‐solver who values collaboration and strong working relationships.
Benefits
* Acknowledged as an 'Employer of Choice' for 7 years.
* Supportive environment where managers care about wellbeing.
* Structured mentorship and continuous professional development opportunities.
* Progressive policies: 9.5‐day fortnight, remote work, paid leave options, volunteer leave, public holiday swap.
* Annual performance bonus scheme.
* Relaxed office environment, "Dress for Your Day."
* Health & Wellbeing program BNWell, incl. yearly allowance and leave day.
* Shared care parental leave policy: 26 weeks paid with no primary/secondary carer distinction.
* Support for pro bono legal work, secondments, volunteering, and industry appointments.
Inclusivity
Barry Nilsson is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace where everyone is supported to be their authentic selves. We welcome applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultures. Accommodations or adjustments to the role or recruitment process are available as required.
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