Why Sparke Helmore?
As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell.
Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities.
At Sparke Helmore, you'll be actively involved as part of a diverse, genuine and friendly team.
We'll help you harness your ambition and take your skills to new heights with exposure to outstanding clients and easy access to exceptional leaders and mentors.
Your story is yours to define.
We'd like to be part of it and for you to be part of ours.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Lawyer to Associate to join our Commercial Insurance (CTP) team in Sydney working with Matthew Seisun .
About the team and the work This is a national team that acts in every state and territory in Australia for insurers, superannuation funds and government agencies, offering a diverse and challenging range of work in CTP and other areas of personal injury litigation and disputes.
The team manage claim portfolios and defend litigated claims.
They are experts in major and catastrophic personal injury matters, intricate medical and fraudulent claims, complex liability disputes and damages .
The team support our clients in designing and implementing claims systems, help with strategic audits as well as review risk analysis and reserves.
This practice will allow you to become a subject matter expert in CTP and other fields of insurance litigation, through support from senior team members.
You will be mentored and encouraged to develop your skills whilst supporting the senior members of the team.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to make a move to a national firm with the opportunity to progress as the practice and broader team continue to grow.
What the market says Winner: Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards - Insurance Team of the Year, 2022 Winner: Australasian Lawyer Australian Law Awards - Insurance Specialist Firm of the Year, 2022 Finalist: Australasian Lawyer Australian Law Awards - Insurance Specialist Firm of the Year, 2023 Finalist: Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards - Insurance Specialist Firm of the Year, 2024 Finalist: Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards – Law Firm of the Year, 2024 Winner: Australasian Lawyer - Law Firm of the Year, 2024 Recognised: The Australasian Lawyer 5-Star Employer of Choice, 2023 & 2024 About you Prior experience gained in an Insurance or Litigation practice.
Plaintiff and in-house experience considered.
Previous experience in personal injury claims and CTP highly regarded.
Demonstrate the ability to organise and prioritise your time with proven file management skills.
What Sparke Helmore can offer you Our culture is one which values and celebrates diversity to better represent the communities in which we live and work.
We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us - and bring their whole selves to work.
We recognise people value things differently.
That's why our comprehensive benefits program is wide ranging so that everyone can find something that appeals to them.
We're sure you will find something to love about what Sparke Helmore has to offer.
To find out more about what is on offer at Sparke Helmore please visit our website: Join us We believe the best stories are shared Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check.
For further information regarding this opportunity please contact Anthony Demarco on +61 2 9373 1401.