An opportunity for a Lawyer (1-3 years' PQE) to work with Stephen Dickens focusing on subrogated insurance recoveries and settlements.
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 6 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
We are looking for a passionate junior lawyer to join our Brisbane Commercial Disputes & Insolvency team working alongside Stephen Dickens. This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills, a commercial mindset, and a genuine interest in subrogated insurance recoveries and settlements, with significant insurer clients.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Managing a portfolio of subrogated recovery and settlement matters
Drafting pleadings, correspondence, advices, and settlement proposals
Conducting legal research and assist with strategy development
Liaising with insurers, loss adjusters, experts, and opposing parties, as well as Counsel
Advocacy at Settlement Conferences, on Applications and trial work
Supporting senior lawyers on higher value and technically complex claims
Who We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will have the following:
Between 1-3 years’ PQE in insurance, litigation, or an in-house role
A genuine interest in pursuing a career in insurance, property damage, and recoveries litigation
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work with competing deadlines in a fast-paced workplace
Collaborative, proactive, and eager to develop technical expertise
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;
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.