Category: Legal Location: Sydney New South Wales Australia About the firm: They are a unique legal practice and believe in what they do. This applies to the solutions they create for their clients, the contribution they make to communities and the careers they build for their people. They are lawyers of choice in the construction, property and insurance industries and maintain a strong presence in the areas of employment and safety, banking and finance, corporate and commercial and litigation and dispute resolution. Their values of balance, respect, loyalty and integrity underpin everything they do. Their culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work-life balance. They are committed to supporting the health, safety and wellbeing of their people. They continually invest in their people, including learning and development opportunities and offer a formal mentoring program. They also offer other benefits such as health and fitness perks, rewards and recognition, complimentary massages and professional memberships. They don’t just recognise their role as a corporate citizen, they put words into actions. They bring together the entire community offering and is comprised of three streams - pro bono legal services, volunteering and charitable contributions. To ensure maximum impact, the core strategy of their program is to promote and protect the rights of women and children and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. About the team: The Partner in the practice has extensive experience working in insurance litigation. She has defended a wide range of claims including casualty and professional indemnity, disciplinary actions against allied health professionals, general liability, and property damage claims. About the role: This is an exciting opportunity for a Solicitor to join a supportive and high performing team. The role will require: Providing clients with legal advice Regularly reviewing applicable case law and legislative changes Conducting effective legal research and analysis to produce timely, commercial and legally accurate advice Managing a robust workload, including prioritising work and delivering services effectively Developing an understanding of client operations and strategy Managing prospective client relationships Working collaboratively within a team Continual professional development and managing MCLE requirements About you: Graduate - 3 years' PQE Solicitor A desire to be an integral member of a strong and cohesive team who work collaboratively Ability to manage large volumes of documents Strong attention to detail Practical and client focused problem solving and research skills Previous exposure to business development and a natural ability to build strong client relationships Ability to manage client expectations and work within timeframes Interested in establishing a long-term successful career Ability to relate to people at all levels and effectively work in a team A strong focus on turnaround time Commercial acumen Practical and client focused problem solving skills A strong, plain language communication style Join the team: Their culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work-life balance. They work hard for their clients but they also make sure they put their people first. Whether it's taking advantage of their discounted gym memberships across Australia, joining one of their all-star sports teams or enjoying a complimentary massage, the firm offers a suite of unique employee benefits. Their people are given every opportunity for both career progression and personal growth. THey continually invest in their people and support and encourage them as they grow within the practice. Inclusion and Diversity is a priority for us. “Diversity” to us means diversity in gender, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and ability, and “inclusion” for us means inclusion for all. We are committed to fostering a truly diverse workforce that is inclusive of everyone. Our aim is to be recognised as a leading provider of inclusion and diversity in the legal profession. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity. Details Apply Now
