Sydney, Australia | Posted on 10/29/2026

Our client is an established firm with a respected insurance practice. They’re looking for an experienced Associate or Senior Associate to join a small, collegiate team handling complex property damage and construction disputes. You’ll work closely with a senior lawyer on substantial, multi-party matters, and there’s a clear path to progression.

What you’ll be doing

- Advising on policy coverage for first-party and third-party liability claims arising from building, trade and construction losses
- Defending complex multi-party property damage and liability claims
- Running subrogated and commercial recoveries, from prospects advice and pre-litigation negotiations through to litigated actions
- Advising on indemnity under general liability and principal-arranged insurance policies




- Handling public and occupiers’ liability matters
- Acting for government bodies, major head contractors, national subcontractors and service providers

What you’ll bring

- Solid experience in insurance litigation, ideally in property damage, construction or general liability
- Experience with coverage disputes and/or recovery actions
- Solid drafting, analytical and case management skills
- The confidence to run complex matters and manage client relationships
- Associate or Senior Associate level experience (the title will reflect your experience)

Why this role

- High-quality, complex work on larger matters
- A small, supportive team with a clear path to progression

📌 Associate / Senior Associate, Insurance (Sydney)
🏢 JLegal
📍 Sydney