Insurance Litigation Senior Associate – Public Liability

Meridian Lawyers Careers; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supported hybrid working model

Wellbeing initiatives incl. health/eye

Discounts and services with partners

Salary sacrificing options (novated Le

Personal Enjoyment Day

Extra annual leave purchase option

Employee referral program

MeridianMinds program

Job summary

Meridian Lawyers in Melbourne seeks an Associate/Senior Associate for its General Insurance team. You will handle public and product liability matters, including personal injury and property damage claims, under the supervision of Principal Lawyers, with opportunities to grow advocacy and practice management skills.

The role emphasizes collaboration with insurers and government bodies, a strong culture of mentorship, and a path to senior responsibilities within a collegial team.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ post admission experience in an insurance litigation practice, preferably with a general liability background.
• Strong interest in public liability litigation (personal injury and property damage).
• Excellent legal research, drafting and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Work across a wide range of public and product liability matters, including personal injury and property damage claims.
• Collaborate with major insurers and institutions, including government bodies, to manage complex disputes.
• Benefiting from mentorship by Principal/Senior Lawyers while developing advocacy, advisory, and practice management skills.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Autonomy

Work ethic

Job description

Meridian Lawyers in Melbourne seeks an Associate/Senior Associate for its General Insurance team. You will handle public and product liability matters, including personal injury and property damage claims, under the supervision of Principal Lawyers, with opportunities to grow advocacy and practice management skills.

The role emphasizes collaboration with insurers and government bodies, a strong culture of mentorship, and a path to senior responsibilities within a collegial team.