About this Role
Senior Associate / Special Counsel – Insurance (Government & Institutional Claims)
Melbourne | National Practice | Flexible Working
An award-winning national law firm is seeking a Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join its highly regarded Insurance & Health practice in Melbourne.
This is an excellent opportunity to step into a senior role within a well-established defendant insurance team, working across public liability and general insurance matters with a strong focus on Government & Institutional (G&I) abuse claims.
You’ll join a collaborative national team of more than 200 specialist insurance lawyers known for their technical excellence, commercial approach, and strong client relationships. The Melbourne team handles complex and sensitive G&I abuse matters, along with a broader mix of liability and coverage work.
This role offers:
High-quality, complex G&I abuse claims work
Autonomy to manage your own files
Direct client engagement and relationship management
Clear pathways for career progression
The opportunity to mentor and support junior lawyers
You’ll be supported by an inclusive leadership team that values collaboration, development, and long-term career growth.
You will ideally have:
Strong experience in defendant insurance litigation
A particular focus on G&I abuse claims, liability and coverage matters
The ability to confidently manage your own file load
A client-focused mindset and strong communication skills
A genuine interest in mentoring junior practitioners
A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach
This role would suit a capable Senior Associate ready for progression, or an established Special Counsel seeking quality work within a supportive and flexible environment.
This firm is recognised nationally for its workplace culture and offers:
Employer of Choice recognition (multi-year recipient)
Flexible working arrangements, including a 9.5-day fortnight and work-from-home options
Purchase leave options and public holiday swap policy
Annual performance bonus scheme
Structured mentoring and professional development pathways
Health & wellbeing program including annual allowance and wellbeing leave
Equal parental leave policy
Opportunities for pro bono work, secondments and industry involvement
A relaxed, “Dress for Your Day” office environment
If you’re looking to join a national insurance practice where you can do high-quality work while being supported to grow your career in a genuinely flexible environment, this could be the right move.
For a confidential discussion, please get in touch.