Carter Newell Lawyers is an award-winning specialist law firm providing legal advice to Australian and international corporate clients. Founded in 1989, we are proud to celebrate 35 years of experience and service to our clients.We recognise the importance of offering our staff not only the best work in our specialist areas, but also a culture which embraces flexibility, individuality, integrity, and education. At Carter Newell, we encourage the best use of all skills and experience of our staff, providing greater efficiency and overall job satisfaction. Our strong culture is the backbone of our success, supported by the firm’s values.The TeamOur Melbourne team, led by one Partner, works across General Liability (GL) and Professional Liability.The GL team has gained superior expertise from handling hundreds of claims, mediations, and court procedures. The work covers a broad range of insurance and commercial disputes including public liability, product liability, property damage, and professional indemnity claims. The GL team acts for insurers, brokers, underwriters, and claims companies, as well as corporate insureds.The Professional Liability team is comprised of three sub areas including professional indemnity, D&O, and management liability. The team handles claims made against professionals across all industries.The PositionWe are seeking an Associate with strong general liability experience to join the team. You will have 2+ years of post-admission experience across a broad range of general liability and professional indemnity matters, and the ability to demonstrate a strong legal grasp of key principles relevant to insurance.You will also have excellent analytical skills, clear concise writing skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines. You are passionate about building strong client relationships and providing high-quality service and advice.At Carter Newell we are a professional team and have a strong client focus, but we love to have some fun along the way. We also provide:An ongoing commitment to career developmentA health & wellness program including an annual wellbeing allowanceWorkplace flexibility to ensure life balanceA supportive leadership team dedicated to a culture of collegiality and excellenceExtra perks that make a great office environment like fruit baskets and morning teas - any excuse for cake!If you have a passion for what you do and an enthusiastic and pragmatic approach, you will excel in a career at Carter Newell.How to ApplyTo make a confidential application, please click ‘Apply Now’ at the top of the page, or contact our People and Culture team at careers@carternewell.com.Carter Newell is an equal opportunity employer, and we value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We welcome applications from individuals of diverse ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, genders, LGBTIQA+ people, and those with carer responsibilities. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
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