Motor Insurance Litigator (3+ yrs) — Flexible Work

Legal People; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Mentoring and development

Employee benefits

Résumé du poste

Legal People is seeking an experienced Insurance Lawyer (3+ years PAE) to join its Melbourne team and manage a busy portfolio of motor vehicle insurance disputes. You will act for leading insurers, handling matters from instruction through negotiation, settlement and court proceedings, with autonomy, client contact and opportunities to deepen expertise in insurance litigation.

The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, a collaborative culture, strong mentoring and

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in insurance litigation.
• Motor vehicle and property damage experience will be highly regarded.
• Broader general insurance experience will also be considered.
• Experience dealing with Magistrates’ Court litigation.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and dispute resolution skills.
• Confidence managing files independently and working to deadlines.
• Excellent client communication and relationship management skills.

Responsabilités

• Managing motor vehicle property damage and recovery claims.
• Advising insurer clients on liability, quantum and indemnity issues.
• Handling disputes involving vehicle repairs, credit hire and accident liability.
• Drafting pleadings, evidence, submissions and settlement correspondence.
• Negotiating settlements and participating in mediations and conferences.
• Appearing in the Magistrates’ Court where required.
• Working closely with claims managers, insurers and other key stakeholders.
• Managing a high-volume caseload while maintaining strong service standards.

Connaissances

Insurance litigation

Motor vehicle insurance

Dispute resolution

Drafting pleadings

Negotiation

Court appearances

Client communication

Time management

Description du poste

Legal People is seeking an experienced Insurance Lawyer (3+ years PAE) to join its Melbourne team and manage a busy portfolio of motor vehicle insurance disputes. You will act for leading insurers, handling matters from instruction through negotiation, settlement and court proceedings, with autonomy, client contact and opportunities to deepen expertise in insurance litigation.

The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, a collaborative culture, strong mentoring and