Associate to SC (3+ PAE) - Multiple Roles (Abuse/Construction/General Insurance)
Core
Associate to Special Counsel lawyer managing contentious and advisory matters for insurers, corporates, and professionals in Construction, Professional Indemnity, or Financial Lines.
Role type
mid-to-senior IC litigation and advisory lawyer
Builds
legal advice, pleadings, submissions, and settlements for insurance and construction clients
Domain
legal services (insurance, construction, professional indemnity)
Required skills
complex dispute management, liability analysis, coverage assessment, risk strategy, legal drafting, negotiation, mediation, client relationship management, business development support, mentoring
Preferred skills
technical legal expertise, autonomy in file management, commercial focus, proactive mindset
Technologies
legal research tools, case management systems
Responsibilities
Manage and progress a diverse caseload within Construction, Professional Indemnity or Financial Lines; Advise clients on complex disputes, liability issues, coverage matters and risk management strategies; Draft high quality legal correspondence, pleadings, submissions and advice; Conduct negotiations, mediations and settlement discussions; Liaise directly with clients, counsel, experts and key stakeholders; Develop and maintain strong client relationships; Support business development initiatives and contribute to team growth; Mentor junior lawyers where appropriate to seniority level