HarperLloyd is partnering with a well-established and highly regarded Queensland law firm to appoint a Lawyer or Associate into its growing Insurance & Risk team on the Gold Coast. This is a strong opportunity to join a collaborative and expanding practice acting for major insurers, education providers, government bodies, and corporate clients across complex liability and personal injury matters. The role offers meaningful responsibility, direct client exposure, and broad insurance litigation experience within a supportive team environment. Role Snapshot Lawyer / Associate | 1-5 Years PAE Insurance & Risk | Defendant Insurance Gold Coast location with hybrid working arrangements Growth role driven by strong workflow and expanding client demand Broad mix of public liability, personal injury, and insurance advisory work The Opportunity Join a nationally recognised insurance practice with an established and diverse client base Work closely with experienced senior lawyers across complex and varied claims matters Gain early responsibility managing files and developing client relationships Strong mentoring culture with genuine long-term progression opportunities The Work Public liability, workers compensation, institutional abuse, and personal injury claims Construction and infrastructure disputes, property damage, and professional indemnity matters Insurance advisory work for insurers, insureds, schools, local governments, and corporate clients Drafting advice, managing litigation matters, liaising with experts, and handling stakeholder communications Exposure to matters across Queensland and New South Wales jurisdictions The Team & Culture Collaborative and high-performing Insurance & Risk team with a strong mentoring focus Open-plan and team-oriented working environment encouraging collaboration across practice groups Active social culture including EOFY events, monthly morning teas, and regular social club activities Supportive leadership team committed to professional development at all levels About You Admitted in Australia with 1-5 years PAE in insurance litigation or related disputes work Previous public liability or broader defendant insurance experience will be highly regarded Strong communication skills with the ability to manage files and competing deadlines Commercially minded with strong attention to detail and stakeholder management capability What's On Offer High-quality insurance litigation work with leading insurer and institutional clients Hybrid working arrangements supporting flexibility and wellbeing Genuine career progression within a growing and stable practice Supportive team culture with strong investment in development and mentoring To apply or for a confidential discussion, please contact Bethany Conquest, Legal Recruitment Consultant at HarperLloyd Recruitment, on 0483 929 412 or via email at bethany@harperlloyd.com.au . HarperLloyd Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment firm supporting private practice, in-house, and government appointments across Australia. If this opportunity isn't quite right, you are welcome to get in touch to explore other roles aligned with your experience and career goals.
