Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled insurance lawyer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in professional indemnity coverage and defence work.
The successful applicant will be responsible for managing multiple proceedings in the Federal Court, Supreme Court, and tribunal work.
Key Responsibilities:
* Defending professional services claims brought against AFSL, financial advisors, accountants & insolvency practitioners
* Acting in Federal Court, State Court and AFCA disputes
* Providing mentorship to more junior staff
Required Skills and Qualifications
The successful candidate will have:
* 4+ years' of relevant insurance litigation experience
* A methodical and organised approach to file management
* A natural leadership ability
* Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail
Benefits
We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth.
Other Opportunities
This is an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of litigated matters, including coverage disputes, directors defence claims, inquiries work acting in regulatory investigations, and working on coverage instructions for local insurers and London syndicates.
You will have the opportunity to work closely with 4 highly regarded Partners, who pride themselves on promoting an inclusive culture and ensuring everyone works together to achieve the best results for our clients.
Kennedys is a global firm with a presence in Australia since 2006. We have offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth and Brisbane.