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Form of work The Firm
Barry Nilsson is a national law firm with a 59 year history and over 360 staff. We have an award winning reputation for leadership in insurance & health and family law.
For the last 4 years, BN has been listed as an Employer of Choice in the Australasian Lawyer Employer of Choice awards. Our people describe our culture as friendly, professional and energetic and 93% of our employees would recommend that their friends consider working for us. We also offer plenty of flexibility with flexible hours and remote working opportunities available to everyone.
The Team
Our Insurance & Health department is headed up by 29 well-respected principals across six states. The group is recognised throughout the insurance industry for producing high quality advice and delivering exceptional service.
The team handles claims across all major classes of insurance and acts for the biggest names in the insurance industry, both locally and overseas. The principal that heads up the team for this particular role is Colby Treasure.
The Role
An opportunity has arisen in our Perth office for an experienced Solicitor or Associate to join our tight knit team on a full-time basis. The successful candidate can expect to be involved in a range of matters focussing on public liability and workers’ compensation.
The Successful Candidate:This role will suit a candidate with the following:
2+ years' defendant insurance experience;
ability to manage own file load under supervision;
ability to build strong client relationships with a focus on client service;
strong communication skills;
enthusiastic and pragmatic approach.
The Benefits
Barry Nilsson offers a broad range of benefits including:
a truly flexible approach including remote working and flexible hours;
a firm laptop/tablet for all employees to support flexible working;
9.5 day fortnight – finish at lunchtime every second Friday whilst still receiving full pay (eligible for full-time staff);
annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility criteria);
opportunities for progression and development;
our health and wellbeing program ‘BN Well’ which includes free access to EAP services;
structured mentoring, as well as internal and external training and education;
up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave for all parents; and
support to undertake pro bono legal work, secondments and industry appointments.
How to Apply
If you would like to apply for this opportunity with the firm, click the 'Apply now' button and submit your application via our online careers site. Please address your application to the People & Culture Manager, Katie Guarrera.
Barry Nilsson is committed to being an inclusive law firm that employs and retains the best and most diverse talent. We value diversity of thought, experience and perspective and aim to create a workplace where our people feel valued, respected and empowered. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people of all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.
