Insurance Litigation Associate - Property & Construction

Mills Oakley; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dress for your day

Discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Gyms and studios discounts

Study and exam leave

Competitive referral bonus

Other amazing perks!

Job summary

Mills Oakley is expanding its Sydney Insurance team and seeks an Associate with 4–5 years PQE to join a supportive, collaborative culture. The role covers complex insurance litigation, including property and construction disputes, indemnity and coverage matters, and high‑value recoveries.

You will work with leading Insurance lawyers, handling a mix of advisory and litigation work, and develop technical, strategic, and commercial judgment across disputes in the Local to Federal Courts.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years’ post-admission experience in insurance litigation or related practice.
• Ability to handle complex disputes with minimal supervision.
• Comfort with court proceedings and client communications.

Responsibilities

• Manage own matters within a team on larger disputes.
• Review evidence and provide clear liability/indemnity analyses.
• Draft pleadings and court documents; communicate with clients and stakeholders.
• Prepare for and appear in Court, including online processes.
• Support settlement discussions, mediations and commercial resolutions.

Skills

Insurance litigation

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Court appearances

Job description

Mills Oakley is expanding its Sydney Insurance team and seeks an Associate with 4–5 years PQE to join a supportive, collaborative culture. The role covers complex insurance litigation, including property and construction disputes, indemnity and coverage matters, and high‑value recoveries.

You will work with leading Insurance lawyers, handling a mix of advisory and litigation work, and develop technical, strategic, and commercial judgment across disputes in the Local to Federal Courts.