This is an exciting opportunity for a lawyer looking to contribute meaningfully, develop strong client relationships and take the next step in their career within a team that values culture, commitment and curiosity.

About The Team

Our Sydney insurance and litigation practice advises insurers and acts for insureds across a broad range of casualty insurance matters including public liability, property damage, construction related claims, real estate agents, health practitioners, lawyers and policy coverage advice.

You will be supervised by experienced practitioners who are committed to mentoring and development.

The Role

The role offers hands on exposure to court work and client matters, with opportunities to build advocacy, drafting and matter management skills in a supportive environment.

You will be encouraged to get involved in business development and client initiatives at an appropriate level, including attending client events and contributing to the growth of the practice as your confidence and experience develop.

This Position Would Suit Someone Who

- Is motivated by curiosity, learning, progression and increased responsibility over time
- Enjoys working with clients and is comfortable building professional relationships

About You

You will ideally have:

- 2+ years’ PQE
- Litigation experience with a preference for some exposure to insurance matters, or a plaintiff background with a genuine interest in insurance litigation
- An enquiring mind
- Developing drafting and analytical skills, with a willingness to take ownership of matters with appropriate guidance
- A confident, approachable manner and strong communication skills
- An interest in participating in client events and business development activities as part of your career development





Experience across different insurance lines or non-insurance litigation is welcome, as an insurance foundation will be supported and built on within the role.

Why Join Us?

- A clear pathway for career progression
- Exposure to high-quality matters with real courtroom and client experience
- A collaborative, supportive team culture, with strong partner access

About Us

McInnes Wilson is a leading independent full-service firm with offices in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra and Maroochydore. The firm has approximately 60 principals and over 400 staff nationally. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality outcomes whilst being recognised as a positive, collegiate place to work. We believe in our people and trust them with our brand.

What We Offer

As a national corporate law firm, we offer exposure to premium clients, large scale, multi-party, complex litigated matters and transparent career pathways, together with a variety of benefits including: generous paid parental leave, paid salary continuance insurance, flexible working, study assistance, pro-bono opportunities, complementary massages, realistic billables targets for legal practitioners, a formal mentoring program, professional memberships, birthday leave, social club, EOFY functions and end of year celebrations.

All applicants should note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo background screening including reference checks and police checks.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our firm. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals who represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us; we are committed to providing an equitable recruitment experience for all candidates.

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📌 Solicitor | Insurance - Professional Indemnity and Public Liability | Sydney (New South Wales)
🏢 McInnes Wilson
📍 New South Wales