Health Lawyer or Associate

Location: Brisbane
Discipline: lawyer (incl associate & senior associate)
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Bianca Davies

Contact email: bianca@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: DI050724
Published: 7 months ago
New Financial Year, New You? Get another salary increase plus bonuses.

This is your opportunity to be at the forefront of Australia's largest and most notable health law and medical indemnity matters.

Have a discreet discussion with us today and receive a detailed brief before you decide whether it's for you.

This firm boasts a significant number of returning lawyers, meaning those who have left to try something new, explored different firms, and ultimately chosen to return. Here are some reasons why:
  • Attractive compensation packages accompanied by a performance-driven incentive bonus program.
  • A balanced ratio of 3 lawyers to 1 Admin Support fostering an efficient and productive environment allowing you to focus on your legal work  whilst having the resources to excel. 
  • Highly supportive family values and offers paid parental leave for up to 26 weeks at full pay with super contributions, along with salary continuance insurance, salary packaging, and corporate discounts.
  • A workplace that fosters 'social well-being' through initiatives like flexible dress codes, additional annual leave, an extra day of paid leave for you birthday, Friday night gatherings, and various social events.
  • Prioritising 'health and well-being', the firm has daily breakfast options in their fully functional kitchen and breakout environment, financial support for fitness activities, fresh fruit, flexible public holidays, group fitness, and participation in sporting events.
  • Secondment opportunities is a regular part of career development, allowing your direct interactions with clients.
ABOUT THE FIRM: 

Nestled in the CBD's golden triangle in modern resourceful offices, this firm fully embraces the concept of all staff working remotely several days a week as well as providing flexible working days (part-time or full-time); reduced hours; or altered hours (early start/early finish or late start/late finish). 

This team has a number of working parents, showcasing the firm's commitment to supporting employees with families as the Partners actively promote and endorse a variety of working arrangements, recognising the importance of effectively juggling professional careers around personal commitments. 

WHAT'S THE ROLE:

As an integral part of the team, you will be at the forefront of Australia's most notable medical negligence claims and health liability cases, including: 
  • Coronial inquests
  • Disciplinary action, and
  • High end litigation
Benefit from mentorship provided by one of Queensland's foremost specialists in medical and health law who represents:
  • Large health organisations
  • Medical practitioners, and
  • Allied health professionals
This role encourages hands-on involvement from day one, including your active participation in client relationships and the delivery of exceptional service. You will thrive in a larger team that values your direct contribution and receive hands-on mentoring from senior lawyers.

WHO IS A GOOD CANDIDATE: 

The successful candidate will have at least 3 years PAE in an Insurance team with a mid-tier national or top-tier firm.

You will either be at Associate Level or Lawyer aiming to step up, ideally with medical indemnity or health law experience. However insurance lawyers with a technical ability in professional negligence and looking to specialise further in medical indemnity are encouraged to apply.

WHY APPLY THROUGH LAW STAFF?
  • Hassle-Free Process: We handle the entire recruitment process, saving you valuable time and effort.
  • Transparent Communication: Stay informed every step of the way with regular updates.
  • Keep things moving: We keep things moving behind the scenes, ensuring a seamless experience for you.
  • Insider Knowledge: Benefit from our industry expertise and tailored guidance for your application and interview.  
To request a confidential meeting, please click APPLY and upload your Profile. Alternatively quote Ref: DI050724 and email your Resume for an uncompromising confidential discussion to Bianca Davies -
  • bianca@lawstaff.com.au  
If this role is not entirely suitable then we would still enjoy the opportunity of hearing from you. We often work on roles that are not advertised, with a range of positions across private practice and in-house.
  
LawStaff | Level 22 HSBC Bld | 300 Queen St | Brisbane (07) 3221 1229
  
Please note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.