Senior Associate – Insurance Defence (Casualty) – Mentorship

McCabes Lawyers; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

McCabes Lawyers in Melbourne is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its Insurance Division on a full-time basis. You will work on high-value matters for premium insurer clients and contribute to coverage and defence work across general insurance lines.

The role offers leadership opportunities to mentor paralegals, graduates, and junior lawyers within a collaborative culture that emphasises client service, professional development, and integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws or equivalent and Victoria practising certificate.
• 5+ years' post admission experience in general insurance matters, including casualty, general liability and/or financial lines claims.
• Confidence to deal directly with clients.
• Ability to communicate effectively with experts in multiple fields.
• High degree of initiative, dedication and organisation with a strong client and commercial focus.
• Ability to manage a busy workload and work to tight deadlines.
• A commercial approach and ability to articulate and negotiate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Act in coverage and defence roles in general insurance claims for a wide network of clients.
• Lead and mentor paralegals, graduates and junior lawyers.
• Progress your career within a team renowned for collaboration and client service.
• Deliver high quality advice across insurance lines including public and product liability, PI/D&O, and management liability.

Skills

Client communication

Team leadership

Time management

Commercial acumen

Education

Bachelor of Laws

Job description

McCabes Lawyers in Melbourne is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its Insurance Division on a full-time basis. You will work on high-value matters for premium insurer clients and contribute to coverage and defence work across general insurance lines.

The role offers leadership opportunities to mentor paralegals, graduates, and junior lawyers within a collaborative culture that emphasises client service, professional development, and integrity.