Job Description

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 Insurance team in Perth working with Partners, Rani Aria Retnam and Sue Wilkinson

About the team and the work

• You will work closely with highly regarded Partners and Senior Lawyers on a broad range of workers compensation and personal injury matters, providing strategic advice and delivering positive outcomes for employers and insurers.
• This role offers the opportunity to manage your own files with increasing autonomy, develop strong client relationships, and gain exposure to complex litigation and dispute resolution matters within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Ideal for a lawyer looking to accelerate their career within a nationally recognised defendant insurance practice, gaining exposure to high-quality work, outstanding mentoring, and genuine career progression opportunities.

What the market says

Winner: Law Firm of the Year, Insurance, Best Lawyers, 2027

Finalist: Law Firm of the Year, Australian Law Awards, 2026

5‑Star Employer of Choice, 2025 – Stand Out Winner (Wellbeing and Experience)

Recognised in The Best Lawyers in Australia™ 2026 for Insurance Law, Litigation, and Personal Injury Litigation

Recognised in Doyle's Guide as a Recommended Leading Workers Compensation Lawyer (Defendant) – Western Australia

About you

• Qualified lawyer with 1–5 years PQE from a reputable firm, ideally with experience in workers compensation, insurance, or personal injury law. Defendant experience is preferred, although strong plaintiff backgrounds will also be considered.
• Newly admitted lawyers with pre-admission experience are also encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated ability to manage matters autonomously, build strong client relationships, and provide pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, coupled with excellent attention to detail and a collaborative approach to practice.

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 Nikki Costelloe on +61 2 4924 7307.