Early Career Insurance Lawyer

About the role

Jackson McDonald, one of Western Australia's largest independent law offices with 24 partners across six practice areas, is looking for an early career insurance lawyer. Whether you are about to be admitted, recently admitted or still building your experience, you will work alongside experienced practitioners on a broad range of insurance and risk matters, with mentoring and direct access to senior lawyers.

Key responsibilities

• Work with partners Fiona Dempster, Erica Thuijs and Alex Lustig on tort-based matters including workers compensation, public liability and motor vehicle claims acting on behalf of the defendant.
• Work on advisory and litigation matters, from early advice through to resolution.
• Collaborate with partners and experienced lawyers in a supportive team, developing your skills and confidence.

Required profile

• Up to two years post-admission experience.
• Genuine interest in insurance law and motivation to build a career in the area; existing insurance law experience or skills from Practical Legal Training are welcome.
• High legal standards with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills, able to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Curiosity, initiative, a strong work ethic and a collaborative attitude.
• Must be permitted to work in Australia on an unrestricted basis.

Required skills

• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and ability to learn new systems.

What we offer

• Personal development plans with in-house CPD seminars and e-learning.
• Reward and recognition program.
• Paid parental leave and additional paid birthday leave.
• Committee opportunities such as the Reconciliation Action Plan and Diversity and Inclusion.
• Relaxed social events, a free onsite gym and gym classes, and weekly breakfasts and end-of-week drinks.

To apply, submit your CV through the firm's application process; candidates must be eligible to work in Australia on an unrestricted basis.