About us
Welcome to Barry Nilsson. For 60
years, we’ve been shaping a better experience for our clients and our
people. What sets our firm apart is not just what we do, but who we are: a
team known for its collaborative spirit and commitment to excellence, inclusion,
and innovation. As an award-winning national law firm, we’ve built a
culture that empowers you to not only grow your career, but be your authentic
self while you do it.
About the team
Our
national Insurance & Health practice combines deep industry knowledge with
local expertise and the highest standards of client service. Our team of more
than 200 specialist lawyers has the depth of experience and agility to help our
clients, both in Australia and overseas, to navigate the complex risk landscape
and support their insureds.
About the Role
An engaging opportunity awaits you as
a Senior Associate or Special Counsel in our Brisbane Insurance team. The role
offers a broad range of public liability and general insurance work from an
array of clients, with a focus on property damage claims. You’ll collaborate
with a team of specialists in their field headed up by Peter Murdoch and Megan
Daniel – principals who are committed to empowering you and your career
progression.
About You
If the following sounds like you, we
would love to hear from you:
- you are an experienced practitioner in the defendant insurance space and have previously worked on property damage claims;
- you enjoy building client relationships and achieving excellent outcomes for your clients;
- you draw on your own experience as a junior practitioner and recognise the importance of mentorship, willingly sharing your knowledge and expertise with others; and
- you are an all-rounder and a problem-solver who values collaboration and understands the importance of people and strong working relationships.
Benefits
of Working with Us
Just to name a few, we have:
- been acknowledged as an
‘Employer of Choice’ for the last 7 years;
- a supportive environment where
managers genuinely care about your wellbeing;
- opportunities for structured
mentorship and continuous professional development;
- progressive policies including a
9.5-day fortnight, working from home, purchase of leave options, volunteer
leave, and a public holiday swap policy;
- an annual performance bonus
scheme designed to recognise and reward strong performance;
- a relaxed office environment
where you can “Dress for your Day”;
- access to our Health &
Wellbeing program, BNWell, which supports the mental, physical and
financial wellbeing of our people including a yearly health &
wellbeing allowance and a health & wellbeing leave day; and
- a shared care parental
leave policy offering 26 weeks of paid leave with no primary/secondary carer
distinction.
Ready to Go Further?
From your first day, expect to be
embraced for who you are – because we’re a firm defined by our people. Step
into a workplace where individuality is celebrated, ambitions are realised, and
collaboration drives success. At Barry Nilsson, it’s about being you and going
further. Apply today.
To make a confidential application, please click ‘Apply Now’ and address your application to Katie Guarrera, People & Culture Manager.
This vacancy is being managed
exclusively by the BN People & Culture team. Should we require external
support, we will reach out to our preferred agencies directly.
Barry Nilsson is committed to
building a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace where all of our people
are supported to be their authentic selves, valued for their unique
contributions, rewarded fairly, connected to colleagues, and empowered to achieve
their full potential. We welcome applications from Aboriginal & Torres
Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+, as well as people of all ages, genders,
abilities and cultures. Feel free to chat to the recruiter for this position
regarding any accommodations or adjustments you may require to the role or the
recruitment process to ensure your equitable participation.
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