Please Note: If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly to Kennedys or reach out to Kennedys' recruitment contact listed on our advert for a confidential conversation. We are not currently accepting applications from agencies for this position.

Kennedys is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate with at least 4 years' PQE to join our Sydney office. Working closely with Partner Llinos Kent, you will advise on complex insurance matters for leading local and international insurers and defend complaints and claims against various professional, including directors and officers, and deal with regulatory investigations and inquiries.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career under the guidance of a highly regarded Partner, with broad exposure to complex contentious and non-contentious coverage issues across financial lines, warranty & indemnity and cyber, while also managing skilled liability litigation in the Supreme and Federal Court.

What you'll do

- Manage complex coverage matters with appropriate supervision
- Run insurance litigation matters in the Supreme and Federal Court
- Assist corporations and individuals respond to regulatory investigations and inquiries
- Work on high-value professional liability and D&O; disputes
- Handle subrogated recoveries for insurers
- Draft advices, pleadings,



and other legal documents
- Build strong client relationships with insurers and reinsurers in Australia and internationally

About you

- At least 4 years' PQE with relevant defendant insurance and coverage experience
- Confidence to manage matters with autonomy while working under supervision
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- A high level of professionalism and integrity
- A flexible approach and the ability to adapt to different working styles
- A collaborative mindset and willingness to support colleagues
- A genuine interest in building your career at Kennedys

Why Kennedys

Kennedys is a global law firm with a strong reputation in insurance and dispute resolution.

In Australia, we offer:

- Clear career development and progression
- High-quality learning, mentoring and coaching
- A collaborative and inclusive team culture
- Access to a global platform and international expertise
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Wellbeing and family-friendly benefits

Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.

📌 Senior Associate (Insurance) 4 + PQE (Sydney)
🏢 Kennedys Law
📍 Sydney