Senior Lawyer Motor Defence Litigation
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Senior Lawyer - Motor Defence Litigation
Job No: 678480
Sydney - Inner Suburbs & CBD Brisbane - Inner Suburbs & CBD Melbourne - Inner Suburbs & CBD Various
Permanent Full Time
Legal
Pay Band 6
- Manage a litigation portfolio with the benefits of working in-house for a top 50 ASX listed company.
- Leverage your previous litigation strategic advice and credit hire/repair experience.
- Flexible hybrid working across Brisbane Sydney or Melbourne
As a Senior Lawyer in Suncorp Legal you will deliver motor defence litigation services and practical legal advice to our Recoveries & Settlements teams. You will manage a portfolio of motor vehicle defence matters including credit hire and recovery agent claims primarily in Victoria. The role involves advising stakeholders drafting legal documents appearing in court briefing counsel and running matters through the Magistrates Court. You will guide matters to commercial resolution support team capability through mentoring and contribute to broader business outcomes by advising on strategy and procedural improvement.
What youll do
- Manage legal matters commercially and maximise defence opportunities
- Provide strategic advice to stakeholders on overall trends and strategic change in motor vehicle litigation in addition to individual litigated matters
- Represent Suncorps interests at court appearances as necessary
- Innovate and share knowledge within a collaborative team environment
- Support and mentor colleagues contributing to a collaborative and connected legal team
- Partner closely with Recoveries & Settlements teams to maximise recovery opportunities and minimise external legal spend
- Advise on the implications of regulatory change and key legal decisions
- Actively promote and participate in activities which contribute to the delivery of the Suncorp and stakeholder strategy
What youll bring
- Admission as a Solicitor or Barrister in Australia with a current Practising Certificate
- Relevant litigation experience including extensive understanding of Victorian Magistrates Court litigation and regulations (either pre or post admission)
- Demonstrated experience in motor vehicle defence litigation including credit hire and repair disputes
- The ability to provide strategic advice to the business on overall trends in motor vehicle litigation in addition to individual litigated matters
- The ability to communicate complex business and legal issues to a range of audiences
- High performance standards and commercially focused approach to work
- The ability to adapt to changing internal and external environments
- A desire to work with stakeholders to assist with change and their improvement
If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace we encourage you to contact for a confidential conversation. To apply please submit your application via the link provided.
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