Associate or Senior Associate

• Permanent full-time or part-time position (minimum 0.6 FTE)
• Our HW Evolve approach includes hybrid and flexible working. WFH (on average approximately 50% of the time) and from modern open plan offices. We will provide you with WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment
• Competitive remuneration and our Hallstar reward and recognition program
• Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels
• Flexible leave options including up to 26 weeks paid parental leave
• Free daily breakfast and office social events
• Genuine commitment to diversity inclusion and wellbeing and pro bono and community

Make the smarter choice. Come and thrive withus. Learn more about what Hall & Wilcox can offer you: the roleand team

We have an opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate tojoin our General Insurance team based in our Perth office.

Our Perth General Insurance team sits within our nationalGeneral Insurance section with around 190 team members provide general insurance advice to insurers reinsurers andcorporates and we sit on the legal panels of three of Australiastop four general insurers.

The primary focus of this role will be advising on the defenceof general liability claims in the casualty casualty propertydamage and product liability space. Our team regularlyappears in the District Court and Supreme Court of WA.

This is a fantastic hands-on role with significant developmentand progression opportunities as well as the opportunity to workwith interesting clients including some of Australias topinsurers.

You will be responsible for:

• reviewing documents and the preparation of evidence;
• drafting correspondence to the Court and third parties;
• conferencing with witnesses and preparing witness statements;
• preparing briefs for Counsel;
• drafting Court documents and attendance at Court;
• drafting client advices;
• drafting letters of instruction to experts; and
• supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and other members of the team.

About you

You will ideally have the following skills and experience:

• a minimum of 4 years of post-admission experience (PAE) advising on defendant insurance matters ideally in personal injury and general liability;
• we will also consider candidates from a plaintiff background who are interested in transitioning to defendant work;
• experience in the day-to-day management of files and in running matters through court proceedings;
• proactive and able to work autonomously and as part of a team;
• excellent technical analytical and drafting skills with a keen attention to detail;
• excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
• the ability to organise and prioritise effectively.

About us

At Hall & Wilcox we deliver outstanding legal services tocorporate public sector and private clients both Australian-basedand those offshore doing business in Australia. Our purpose is toenable our clients our people and our communities to thrive.

We are known for having a great culture that puts peoplefirst. A culture where our purpose and values - ourHallmarks- are lived not laminated.

We do great work smarter. Were passionateabout the work we do and how it creates value for today andtomorrow. Were famous forSmarterLaw: smarter thinking to create smarter solutions. Weembrace innovative thinking and technology. We listen. We solve.

Hall & Wilcox is a successful independent Australian law firm; aplace to belong with the freedom to learn and grow. Wethrive together. We are diverse and inclusive;everyone is welcome and respected. We encourage applications fromcandidates of all cultural backgrounds (including First Nations)age abilities sexual orientation and gender identities.

Hear from our people about what its like to thrive at Hall &Wilcox: learn more about Hall & Wilcox visit ourwebsite.

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We are committed to supporting candidates with disability sothat every candidate is offered a fair equitable and supportiverecruitment experience. If you require any adjustments or supportto complete your application or if you have any questions pleasecontact Jaimie Monahan Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor for a confidentialdiscussion.

This vacancy is being managed directly by the Hall & WilcoxTalent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agencypartners should we require any assistance.