Lawyer - General Liability

Who are we?

Gilchrist Connell is a dynamic and forward‑thinking insurance law firm with offices in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.

We believe that access to exceptional work and a fulfilling personal life go hand in hand.

For the sixth consecutive year we have been recognised as an Australasian Lawyer 5‑Star Employer of Choice, and we are proud to be certified as a Family Friendly Workplace and Great Place to Work. We are a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, and in 2025 we were recognised in the Best Law Firms list by Best Lawyers.

We champion transparency, flexible working practices, and top‑tier employee support programs. Here, your professional growth is nurtured, and your personal well‑being is a priority.

What we offer you?

• A culture built by real people committed to each other and their clients’ success! Our firm has a collegiate buzz and is growing in response to client demand.
• Access to an experienced team of lawyers at different levels who are dedicated to helping you learn and grow in your role and to provide support while you do so.
• Flexibility to manage your time. Be efficient, get your work done, and go enjoy your personal life.
• Responsibility for and meaning in your work.
• A truly diverse and inclusive workplace where all our people can flourish and fulfil their highest potential, for the benefit of our people, the firm and our clients.
• Community mindset. We recognise our role as a corporate citizen and invest in a standalone pro bono practice and community response.
• Access to professional development opportunities with leading external providers.
• A competitive salary with discretionary incentives linked to firm performance.
• Group Salary Continuance (GSC) at the firm’s cost.
• Market‑leading family‑friendly policies entitlements over and above government entitlements.
• Comprehensive wellbeing support services through our EAP Provider and Osara Health which is available to you and your family.
• Access to corporate discounts for over 400 retailers.

Description

We are preparing our capacity and capability to meet the needs of our growing team and ongoing client demand. This provides a fantastic opportunity to advance the career of a 2‑5 year PAE insurance practitioner to support the work of our Melbourne team and national practice. You’ll be exposed to a variety of high‑quality litigation involving a blend of personal injury and property damage claims in the general liability space.

Skills and Experiences

Candidates can request reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process. If you need any specific adjustment, please contact our People team so we can work together to support you.

We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to First Nations, LGBTIQA+, persons with disabilities, as well as individuals of all ages and cultures. We are a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace and celebrate the diversity of our people.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career and want to work for a firm that values high performance, innovation, growth, while having fun along the way, we would love to hear from you! Please talk to our People team by contacting Jessica Lloyd on +61 448 398 916 about joining Gilchrist Connell. Alternatively, hit the apply button to submit your CV and cover letter.

A quick note to agencies – we do not need support with this role at present. Thank you.

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