Job Description
Join a highly regarded national insurance practice and work on sophisticated defendant insurance matters for some of the biggest names in the Australian insurance market, within a genuinely supportive and people-focused team.
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Why this opportunity?
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Work on a diverse portfolio of personal injury and property damage claims for leading Australian and international insurers
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Join a team renowned for its supportive, collaborative culture, with a genuine family-first approach and strong reputation in the Brisbane market
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Step into a senior role with significant client responsibility, strong Partner support and genuine opportunities to progress your career
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HarperLloyd Recruitment is partnering with a leading national insurance law firm to appoint an Insurance Special Counsel into its established Brisbane practice.
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This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced defendant insurance lawyer looking for quality work, strong client relationships and a firm where culture genuinely sets it apart.
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The role
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Working alongside experienced Insurance Partners, you'll act for major insurers across a diverse range of matters, including:
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Public liability claims
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Personal injury matters
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Property damage claims
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Coverage and liability issues
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Claims management and strategic advice
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Litigation and dispute resolution
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You'll have the opportunity to manage matters with a high degree of autonomy,



develop long-term client relationships and play an important role in mentoring and supporting junior lawyers within the team.
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The Brisbane practice is well established and highly regarded, with a strong team culture and a genuine commitment to supporting people both professionally and personally.
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About you
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You'll ideally have:
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Strong experience in public liability matters
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A solid understanding of personal injury and/or property damage claims
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Excellent technical, drafting and advocacy skills
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Strong client relationship and communication skills
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The ability to manage matters autonomously and commercially
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A collaborative approach and genuine interest in mentoring junior practitioners
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What you can expect
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Work with some of the biggest names in the insurance industry
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A genuinely supportive and family-first team culture
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Strong Partner access and collaborative working environment
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Versatile working arrangements, including a 9.5-day fortnight
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Annual performance bonus scheme
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Structured mentoring and professional development
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Generous parental leave and wellbeing initiatives
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Opportunities for pro bono work, secondments and industry involvement
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If you're an experienced defendant insurance lawyer looking for a senior role with excellent work, strong clients and one of the best cultures in the market, we'd welcome a confidential discussion.

📌 Senior Insurance Lawyer (Queensland)
🏢 HarperLloyd Recruitment
📍 Queensland