Associate 3–4 Pqe Insurance Litigation Financial Lines & …, Melbourne

Associate (3–4 PQE) Insurance Litigation (Financial Lines & Professional Indemnity), Melbourne

Kennedys is seeking a high‑calibre Associate (3–4 PQE) to join our growing Melbourne practice, working closely with partners Nicole Wearne, Mark Attard and Ganga Narayanan. This is an excellent opportunity to join a market‑leading insurance team, acting for insurers, underwriters, and corporates across a broad range of defence insurance matters, with a particular focus on professional indemnity and financial lines.

Responsibilities

You will work on a diverse mix of complex and high‑value claims, including:

Professional indemnity matters across a range of professions

Financial lines disputes, including D&O;, regulatory defence and management liability

Coverage advice and litigation

Large‑scale, technically complex insurance disputes

You will have hands‑on responsibility from the outset, including direct client exposure, strategic input on matters and the opportunity to collaborate across our national and global network.

Qualifications

Has 3–4 years' PQE with strong experience in insurance litigation, ideally within professional liability or financial lines

Demonstrates strong technical skills and sound judgement

Confident managing matters and engaging directly with clients

Thrives in a collaborative, high‑performing team setting

Is motivated by long‑term career progression within a global firm

Benefits

Close mentorship from experienced partners

Exposure to high‑quality, complex work

Cross‑border opportunities through our global network

Transparent and supported career development pathways

Hybrid working in a collaborative and inclusive office setting

Kennedys is a global law firm with deep expertise in insurance. In Australia, we have built a strong and well‑respected practice over the past 20 years, underpinned by long‑standing client relationships and a team-oriented culture.

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