At McInnes Wilson Lawyers, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where our employees can thrive. As a leading law firm, we are committed to excellence in everything we do. The OpportunityWe have an exceptional opportunity for a Solicitor to join our collaborative Adelaide team on a permanent, full-time basis. You will be part of a great team and will be responsible for overseeing a range of interesting defendant insurance files with reputable clients. In this role, you will receive ongoing mentoring and development from a Senior Principal, as well as support from the wider team.Key ResponsibilitiesThe core responsibilities of this role include:
Managing a diverse range of defendant insurance matters, including motor, product and public liability claims, subrogated recovery actions, professional indemnity and CTP injury claims.
Conducting research and drafting pleadings, submissions, motions and briefs.
Negotiating settlements, attending conferences, mediations, court and managing court processes.
Advising and communicating directly with clients.
Providing guidance and mentorship to junior lawyers and support staff.
Requirements
Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience, gained predominantly in the area of Insurance Litigation
Specialisation in public liability, CTP, and historical abuse cases preferred
Excellent communication and negotiation skills with clients and other practitioners.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
A keen eye for detail and excellent time-management skills.
Your new teamOur team is made up of highly skilled and dedicated legal professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients. We work collaboratively to ensure that every client receives the highest level of service and support throughout their legal journey.Our team members have a diverse range of backgrounds and expertise, allowing us to provide comprehensive legal solutions to our clients. We value innovation, creativity and a passion for the law, and we encourage our team members to continually develop their skills and knowledge through ongoing training and professional development opportunities.We believe that a supportive and positive team culture is essential to our success, and we foster a collaborative and respectful working environment where all team members feel valued and empowered to contribute to our collective success. About McInnes WilsonWe are a full-service firm with 53 principals providing high quality legal advisory services across Australia. We are proud of the values we uphold and the culture of our firm and know there is more to life than work, billables or awards. We believe in our people and trust them with our brand.When joining McInnes Wilson Lawyers, you will be joining a firm that takes gender equality seriously. Our progressive and inclusive policies have also earned us recognition by Lawyers Weekly, Queensland Law Society and HRD to name a few.Our range of employee benefits are designed to be inclusive of all employees and currently include:
Progressive paid parental leave policy with no qualifying period, pre-natal leave, parent & care givers’ platform, partner leave and return to work bonuses
Access to our firmwide, personalised Salary Continuance Insurance Policy
Flexible working arrangements
Reward and recognition program, including tenure awards, annual staff awards, and promotion ceremonies
Further education support and professional development program, including a formal mentoring program
Health and wellbeing initiatives, birthday leave for full-time employees, firm social club, and regular team functions
Please submit your application along with your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest in the position.All applicants should note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo background screening including reference checks and police checks.Any questions regarding this role should be directed to our Recruitment team, recruitment@mcw.com.au.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our firm. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented groups.