Public Liability Legal Counsel — Hybrid & Growth

Slater & Gordon Lawyers; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Professional development

Parental leave

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Slater and Gordon is seeking a Legal Counsel specialising in Public Liability to join our Melbourne team. You will manage client matters, provide strategic advice, and collaborate with colleagues and external experts to progress cases.

You will mentor junior lawyers, maintain strong client relationships and ensure timely, quality outcomes while upholding the firm’s commitment to accessible justice and outstanding client service.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of public liability practice and relevant legislation.
• Strong client communication and expectation management.
• Ability to assess risks and provide practical, strategic advice.
• Willingness to mentor junior lawyers and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage new and existing client matters, including complex legal issues.
• Build trusted client relationships through clear communication and considered advice.
• Work with external experts to progress matters.
• Support and develop junior lawyers and legal support staff.
• Maintain effective file management, identify risks and help achieve timely outcomes.

Skills

Public liability law

Client communication

Risk assessment

Mentoring juniors

Job description

Slater and Gordon is seeking a Legal Counsel specialising in Public Liability to join our Melbourne team. You will manage client matters, provide strategic advice, and collaborate with colleagues and external experts to progress cases.

You will mentor junior lawyers, maintain strong client relationships and ensure timely, quality outcomes while upholding the firm’s commitment to accessible justice and outstanding client service.