Insurance Litigation Associate

Recrevi Group

Melbourne

On-site

AUD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

A leading law firm in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Insurance Associate to join their top-tier litigation team. In this role, you will handle complex insurance matters including professional negligence and construction claims. Candidates with 2+ years of experience in insurance litigation or general commercial disputes, along with strong analytical and client management skills, are encouraged to apply. This position offers significant responsibility and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years PQE with solid experience in insurance litigation or general commercial disputes.
  • Experience acting for insurers is ideal but not essential.

Responsibilities

  • Work on professional negligence and construction-related claims.
  • Engage in policy coverage disputes and major property loss litigation.
  • Develop advocacy skills and gain hands-on court experience.

Skills

Drafting skills
Analytical skills
Client management skills
Interest in insurance law

Job description

Overview

Are you an ambitious litigation lawyer ready to build your career with a top-tier national firm? This is your opportunity to join a high-performing Insurance team working on complex, high-stakes matters across professional indemnity, property damage, construction, and financial lines claims.

Why This Role?

Work alongside leading partners and senior lawyers on market-leading insurance litigation. Act for major insurers, reinsurers, and self-insured corporates. Develop your advocacy skills and gain hands-on court experience.

About the Firm

This firm is consistently recognised as a leader in insurance law, with deep expertise across all major lines of cover. Their national platform, collegiate culture, and strong client relationships make them a standout destination for litigators wanting both impact and support.

The Role

As an Insurance Associate in Melbourne, you’ll work across a broad and stimulating mix of matters – from professional negligence and construction-related claims to policy coverage disputes and major property loss litigation. You\'ll be trusted with early responsibility and given direct access to clients and court work.

What We’re Looking For
  • 2+ years PQE with solid experience in insurance litigation or general commercial disputes
  • Excellent drafting, analytical and client management skills
  • A genuine interest in insurance law and a proactive approach to matter management
  • Experience acting for insurers is ideal but not essential
Why Join?

If you\'re looking for meaningful work, strong mentorship and clear progression within a top-tier insurance practice – this is the move. Interested? Reach out today for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

Seniority level
  • Associate
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Legal
Industries
  • Law Practice and Legal Services
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