Solicitor Or Associate - General Liability

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Wotton + Kearney (W+K) has been in the insurance and risk business for just over 20 years. From a founding partnership of two in 2002, W+K has grown to be a market-leading firm with more than 600 people across Australia and New Zealand.

The Role

As a Solicitor/Associate in our Canberra office, you will be an integral part of our General Liability team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on a diverse range of cases, specialising in defending statutory classes of insurance claims, public liability, medical negligence, and historical abuse claims. You will be at the forefront of handling complex legal matters, contributing to the success of our clients and the growth of our practice.

To be successful you will have:

• Qualified solicitor with a minimum of 1+ years of pre admission experience.
• Proven experience handling a variety of insurance claims, with a focus on statutory classes, public liability, medical negligence, and historical abuse claims. (highly advantageous)
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent communication and advocacy abilities.

Why W+K?

Culturally, it is important to us that if you are part of the high performing W+K team that you feel supported and valued for your contribution. These are some of the ways we achieve this goal:
  

• FLEX for all. We care about client outcomes, quality, and business and cultural contributions. If you can make that work by working part-time, working “irregular hours” or working from home – then so can we.
• Our mentoring program offers continuous support and guidance throughout your career. You'll have access to training, conferences, and workshops, keeping you updated on the latest developments in the legal and insurance industries.
• Our culture sets us apart. Collegiate, open, innovative, passionate about everything we do.
• We give back to the community. Join us in CSR activities to support our charity partners, from building houses in Cambodia, participating in fun runs or baking cup cakes, there's a way for everyone to contribute.
• Leaders of the pack. Work with a firm that understands its purpose, has a singular focus on the insurance industry and is excited by the potential for growth in our market!
• Supporting you with generous parental leave entitlements, purchased annual leave, home office allowances, education assistance, Employee Assistance Program and many more.

  
For more information about Wotton + Kearney, please visit our website at https://www.wottonkearney.com.au/.
   
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We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace at Wotton + Kearney. As part of our dedication to accessibility, we strive to support candidates with disabilities throughout the interview process. If you require any accommodations or assistance during the application and interview stages please contact Ellie Guy, Talent Acquisition Business Partner on (02) 9071 1***.