Job Description

The Opportunity

We are currently looking for an experienced Solicitor to join our Brisbane team on a permanent full-time basis. You will be part of a dynamic team and will be responsible for overseeing a range of interesting, challenging defendant insurance files with reputable clients. In this role, you will receive ongoing mentoring and development from two Principals, as well as support from the wider team.

The Role

We are seeking a 1-3 years’ post admission Solicitor, ideally with exposure to defendant insurance, personal injury or general commercial litigation. Around 2 years' experience is considered the sweet spot, however strong newly admitted solicitors with relevant experience will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse range of defendant insurance matters, including personal injury, property damage, public liability, product liability and recovery claims.
• Provide timely, commercially focused advice and maintain direct client relationships. Prepare pleadings, court documents, correspondence and legal advice.
• Negotiate settlements and represent clients at mediations, conferences and court appearances. Manage matters through all stages of the litigation process.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the team and support the development of junior lawyers and support staff.

About You

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• 1-3 years' PAE, with demonstrated experience relevant to the role.
• Strong understanding of personal injury claims and processes (particularly under PIPA) as well as general liability claims, court procedure and pleadings.
• 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 Team

Join a collaborative and high-performing team of legal professionals committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for clients. Working across a broad range of insurance litigation matters, you'll be supported by experienced practitioners in an environment that values professional development, teamwork and continuous growth. We foster a positive and inclusive culture where people are empowered to contribute, develop their careers and do their best work.

About Us

McInnes Wilson is a leading independent full-service firm with offices in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra and Maroochydore. The firm has approximately 60 principals and over 400 staff nationally. We pride ourselves on delivering high quality outcomes for our valued clients whilst being recognised as a positive, collegiate place to work. We believe in our people and trust them with our brand.

What We Offer

As a national corporate law firm, we offer exposure to premium clients, large scale, multi-party, complex litigated matters and transparent career pathways, together with a variety of benefits including: generous paid parental leave, paid salary continuance insurance, flexible working, study assistance, pro-bono opportunities, complementary massages, realistic billables targets for legal practitioners, a formal mentoring program, professional memberships, birthday leave, social club, EOFY functions and end of year celebrations.

All applicants should note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo background screening including reference checks and police checks.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our firm. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals who represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us; we are committed to providing an equitable recruitment experience for all candidates.

We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact the business in relation to this vacancy. Unsolicited CVs will not be considered or accepted.