Insurance Litigation Lawyer

Gorilla Jobs; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Gorilla Jobs is recruiting for an Associate to join our client’s Brisbane team in the Specialty Lines Insurance group. You will handle a diverse portfolio of complex litigated matters, including construction and property damage claims, D&O liability, professional indemnity, and policy coverage disputes, with support from senior practitioners.

You will be mentored in insurance law, have opportunities to specialise, and work with an international and national insurer client base in a flexible

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ PAE in insurance litigation or general commercial dispute resolution (private practice preferred)

Responsibilities

• Work on high-value insurance litigation matters and complex disputes.
• Draft and negotiate legal positions and provide analytical analysis.
• Manage multiple files and deadlines with a proactive, team-focused approach.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Team-focused

Attention to detail

Insurer client experience

Job description

Join our client's Brisbane team as an Associate in Insurance Litigation.

3 Key Points:

• Work on high-value, complex insurance litigation matters
• Flexible work options and strong career progression
• Blue-chip national and global client base

Insurance Litigation Lawyer

Join our client's Brisbane team as an Associate in Insurance Litigation.

3 Key Points:

• Work on high-value, complex insurance litigation matters
• Flexible work options and strong career progression
• Blue-chip national and global client base

Join our client’s team — a respected and award-winning national law firm recognised for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and inclusive workplace culture. With a proud Australian heritage and a reputation for delivering outstanding legal services, this firm continues to attract top-tier clients and top legal talent across the country.

About the Position:

Our client is seeking a skilled Lawyer or Associate to join their Specialty Lines Insurance team in Brisbane. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to take on intellectually engaging and high-stakes litigation work within a supportive, flexible environment.

You’ll work on a diverse portfolio of complex litigated matters, including:

• Construction and property damage claims
• Directors and Officers (D&O) liability
• Professional indemnity and complex personal injury cases
• Policy coverage disputes
• Contract negotiation and corporate risk advisory

The team services an impressive client base including international and national insurers, Lloyd’s syndicates, brokers, underwriting agencies, and large listed and private companies. This role offers exposure to multi-party disputes and large-scale claims, providing both challenge and development.

You’ll be encouraged to build on your strengths and specialise in the areas of insurance law that interest you most, while being mentored by highly regarded senior practitioners in the field.

Key Requirements:

• 3-5 years’ PAE in insurance litigation or general commercial dispute resolution (private practice preferred)
• Solid drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• A proactive, team-focused approach and excellent attention to detail
• Experience working with insurer clients (defendant experience preferred)
• Ability to manage multiple files and competing deadlines confidently

On Offer:

• Be part of a nationally recognised team with a Tier 1 Insurance Law ranking
• Flexible working arrangements – remote, hybrid or adjusted hours available
• Structured career development pathways with clear promotion opportunities
• Exposure to large, complex files and high-value litigation
• A supportive, inclusive team culture that values authenticity and diversity
• Access to leading legal technology and national resources