Job Description
McCabes is a national Commercial, Government, and Insurance law firm with a reputation for providing high quality, timely legal services. Balanced with a strong internal emphasis on culture and values, we combine innovation with commercial savviness to deliver rewarding outcomes to all our clients.
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The Opportunity
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We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced senior associate or special counsel to join our general insurance team on a full-time basis, uniquely working across both of our Insurance and Government divisions.
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This role will provide the opportunity to work across a diverse range of legally challenging matters focussing on a variety of general liability matters, including personal injury, construction, property damage, and the potential for other specialty areas (defamation, coronial inquests etc).
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The work is high quality working for one of the leading insurance and government partners in NSW with clients based both domestically (Government and private sector insurers) and internationally.
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Your main responsibilities will include:
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Oversee and manage a diverse caseload of general liability claims, ensuring exceptional client representation and successful outcomes. There will be a focus on significant matters including large catastrophic losses.
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Provide guidance, mentorship, and supervision to junior lawyers, assisting in their professional growth and development.
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Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings with expertise and confidence.
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Offer ongoing legal advice and support to clients throughout the entire litigation process.
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The successful candidate will be experienced in and enjoy working autonomously on matters while supervising and mentoring junior lawyers. This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career within a team that is renowned for its collaborative culture, passion for client service and professional development opportunities.
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Skills and Experience
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To be successful in this role you will have:
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A Bachelor of Laws or equivalent and a current New South Wales practising certificate.
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Minimum 5 years' post admission and experience in liability or skilled indemnity, with experience in insurance policy advice and coverage disputes.
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Robust command of Australian tort law, civil procedure, and relevant legislation.
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Proven ability to effectively mentor and supervise junior lawyers, fostering their growth and success.
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Exceptional research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
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A commercial approach and ability to articulate and negotiate effectively.
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What We Offer
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In return, McCabes will provide you with the opportunity to work with a talented team in a flexible, inclusive, and innovative environment. We also promote a culture focused on the firm's values - integrity, excellence, and courage - that provides opportunities to develop and progress your career.
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We are small enough to give you the personal attention and career development to help you reach your full potential, yet large enough to provide the challenge of diverse, high-quality work and clients.
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Other benefits include:
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A competitive salary commensurate with experience
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Health and wellbeing initiatives
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📌 Senior Associate / Special Counsel - General Insurance (New South Wales)
🏢 McCabes Lawyers
📍 New South Wales