Senior Associate (5-8 PQE) - Professional & Financial Disputes
Job Location
Sydney
Job Type
Fee earners
Country/Territory
Australia
Region
Asia Pacific
Description
Clyde & Co is an internationally recognised, leading insurance
law firm, with one of the largest, dedicated insurance teams in
Australia. We are Tier One for Insurance in Australia as rated by Legal500.
About the Role
We are looking for a Senior Associate level lawyer with between 5-8
years' experience to join one our leading Professional & Financial
Disputes practices in Sydney. In this role you will be working with
some of the most highly regarded practitioners in the Australian
market across complex professional indemnity, construction and
insurance, and commercial disputes matters.
The role will involve working mainly with Partner, Matthew Smith, and
Special Counsel, James Rigney. Matthew has significant experience in
all areas of insurance law with specific expertise relating to
professional indemnity (engineering and construction claims), and
public liability (both in regards to general liability and
professional risks). James' practice involves professional indemnity
matters (primarily construction and engineering - but other
professions as well) and commercial disputes. Matt and James head up
the firm's Construction PI practice in NSW, which is nationally and
globally aligned within the firm as a key area of growth.
Across the broader practice there is a wide mix of work on offer with
Partners handling the defence of complex professional indemnity claims
on behalf of insurance brokers, with underlying disputes involving
financial lines, professional indemnity and D&O.
The practice is growing and it is a unique opportunity for a smart
and ambitious lawyer to continue to develop their professional and
personal brand, and will involve interaction with our London
colleagues in the professional and financial disputes space
The nature and size of the team will mean that you will be heavily
involved in all aspects of matters. Within a supportive environment,
this allows you the autonomy and development opportunity to drive and
make a significant contribution to the matter outcome. Further, you
will be encouraged to foster and generate client relationships and
will have the opportunity to engage in business development frequently.
Essential Skills & Experience
You will be an established lawyer in Australia, New Zealand or
overseas, particularly the UK, with the following core competencies:
A strong general insurance litigation background, ideally with
some solid professional indemnity or construction experience is preferred;
A strong private practice background where you have ideally had
exposure to some or all of the types of matters detailed above;
Strong academic credentials, self-driven with excellent verbal and
written communications skills.
Firmly established time management skills and ability to manage
competing priorities effectively;
Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills, as well as the
ability to work independently;
Commercial awareness and confidence in building a rapport with
clients to gain a better understanding of their business' needs and
with the assistance of the partners, actively developing these
client relationships;
An ability to lead, delegate and foster a positive team atmosphere.
About Clyde & Co in the Asia Pacific Region
Clyde & Co is a leading global law firm, helping organisations
successfully navigate risk and maximise opportunity in the sectors
that underpin global trade and commercial activity and enable global
prosperity, namely: insurance, aviation, marine, construction, energy,
trade and natural resources. Globally integrated, Clyde & Co
offers a comprehensive range of contentious and non-contentious legal
services and commercially-minded legal advice to businesses operating
across the world. It is committed to operating in a responsible way by
progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects
the communities and clients it serves and provides an environment in
which everyone can realise their potential; using its legal and
professional skills to support its communities through pro bono work,
volunteering and charitable partnerships; and minimising the impact it
has on the environment including through a commitment to the SBTi
Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction
targets. The firm has 490 partners, 2400 lawyers, 3200 legal
professionals and 5500 people overall in nearly 70 offices and
associated offices worldwide.
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dynamic and
progressive firm. If you are interested in this position, please
submit your application including:
Cover letter
CV
Academic transcript(s)
We offer a range of tailored benefits, support and wellbeing initiatives.
Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our
core values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and
prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow
everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all
applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of
background or identity.
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