Senior Lawyer

Peppercorn Recruitment; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from home options

Pathway for progression

Collaborative culture

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency seeks casualty lawyers from Lawyer to Senior Associate level in Brisbane. The firm offers a supportive and vibrant culture, exposure to interesting liability work, and a genuine pathway for progression. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in insurance litigation, with a strong focus on communication. The role provides opportunities for professional growth and flexibility, including work-from-home options.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ PAE in insurance litigation, particularly in casualty or personal injury.
• Background in defendant work preferred, but open to plaintiff lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Handle high-quality liability work involving public liability, property damage, and personal injury claims.
• Collaborate with clients and colleagues, ensuring effective communication.

Skills

Insurance litigation

Confident communication

Job description

Casualty lawyer – multiple roles (Lawyer to Senior Associate) with a law firm with a global footprint

This firm has one of Brisbane’s most highly regarded casualty practices - with steady growth and a partnership that’s young, approachable, and genuinely fun to work with. You’ll get exposure to high‑quality liability work across a mix of public liability, property damage, and personal injury claims. It’s hands‑on, interesting work for insurers, corporates and self‑insureds – and you’ll be supported by Partners who prioritise mentoring and development.

Why this team stands out:

• Young, energetic partnership with a collaborative culture
• Strong national and international platform
• Real flexibility – including WFH options
• Genuine pathway for progression

They’re looking for:

• Lawyers with around 3+ years’ PAE in insurance litigation (casualty, PI or general liability)
• Background in defendant work preferred, but plaintiff lawyers looking to move across to defendant will work too
• Confident communicators who enjoy working closely with clients and colleagues

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Base pay range: A$140,000.00/yr – A$235,000.00/yr

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Legal

Industries: Legal Services and Law Practice