Insurance (Public Liability, Professional Indemnity & Medical Negligence) - Lawyer/Associate

Location
Sydney NSW
 
Benefits
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Employee assistance program
Referral program
Insurance services
 
Full job description
The role will see you working with Louise Cantrill on litigation matters in Public Liability and Professional Indemnity including Medical Negligence.

About Us

Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we’ve grown into a Top 10 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do.



The Role

Due to growth, a great career opportunity has arisen for a Lawyer or Associate to join our Insurance team in Sydney. You will be working with Louise Cantrill across a range of litigation matters in the areas of Public Liability and Professional Indemnity including Medical Negligence. Your expertise and dedication will help protect our clients' interests and ensure fair resolutions in complex legal matters. Our team has been acknowledged for its leading position in the Australian market, working with most of the major insurers in Australia.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to the following:


File management including meeting deadlines and managing documents;
Reviewing evidence and preparing advices on indemnity, liability and quantum;
Communicating with clients both in writing and verbally;
Identifying issues, briefing experts and analysing opinion;
Preparing court documents, including statements of evidence;
Drafting correspondence and communicating with other practitioners;
Preparing for, managing online processes and appearing in Court;
Briefing and liaising with counsel; and
Staying updated on industry regulations, case law, and emerging trends in professional indemnity and medical negligence law.

Who We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will have between 1-5 years’ experience in professional indemnity and/or medical negligence. You will have a proven track record of successfully handling professional indemnity cases and achieving favourable outcomes for clients. You will have exceptional analytical, research and problem-solving skills with the ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly and concisely. The successful candidate will have experience in managing a high case load, have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills and a client-service focus.


What We Offer

We take a collaborative approach to your learning & development, giving you the personal attention and unique opportunities required to help you realise your full potential. We are committed to your health and well-being and offer a multitude of employee benefits including:

Flexible working;
Dress for your day;
Discounted health insurance;
Employee Assistance Program;
Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia;
Study and exam leave;
Competitive referral bonus; and
Other amazing perks!

All applications must include a CV and Cover Letter addressed to the Talent Acquisition team and submitted online via our Careers page.


Job Details
Location :
Sydney

Work Type :
full-time

Post Date :
28-07-2025

Reference :
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