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    Senior Associate - Sydney, Australia - Clyde & Co

    Clyde & Co
    Clyde & Co Sydney, Australia

    3 days ago

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    Job Title Senior Associate (5-8 PQE) - Professional & Financial Disputes Job Location Sydney Job Type Fee earners Country/Territory Australia Region Asia Pacific Description

    Clyde & Co is an internationally recognised, leading insurance law firm, with one of the largest, dedicated insurance teams in Australia. We are Tier One for Insurance in Australia as rated by Legal500.

    About the Role

    We are looking for a Senior Associate level lawyer with between 5-8 years' experience to join one our leading Professional & Financial Disputes practices in Sydney. In this role you will be working with some of the most highly regarded practitioners in the Australian market across complex professional indemnity, construction and insurance, and commercial disputes matters.

    The role will involve working mainly with Partner, Matthew Smith, and Special Counsel, James Rigney. Matthew has significant experience in all areas of insurance law with specific expertise relating to professional indemnity (engineering and construction claims), and public liability (both in regards to general liability and professional risks). James' practice involves professional indemnity matters (primarily construction and engineering - but other professions as well) and commercial disputes. Matt and James head up the firm's Construction PI practice in NSW, which is nationally and globally aligned within the firm as a key area of growth.

    Across the broader practice there is a wide mix of work on offer with Partners handling the defence of complex professional indemnity claims on behalf of insurance brokers, with underlying disputes involving financial lines, professional indemnity and D&O.

    The practice is growing and it is a unique opportunity for a smart and ambitious lawyer to continue to develop their professional and personal brand, and will involve interaction with our London colleagues in the professional and financial disputes space

    The nature and size of the team will mean that you will be heavily involved in all aspects of matters. Within a supportive environment, this allows you the autonomy and development opportunity to drive and make a significant contribution to the matter outcome. Further, you will be encouraged to foster and generate client relationships and will have the opportunity to engage in business development frequently.

    Essential Skills & Experience

    You will be an established lawyer in Australia, New Zealand or overseas, particularly the UK, with the following core competencies:

  • A strong general insurance litigation background, ideally with some solid professional indemnity or construction experience is preferred;
  • A strong private practice background where you have ideally had exposure to some or all of the types of matters detailed above;
  • Strong academic credentials, self-driven with excellent verbal and written communications skills.
  • Firmly established time management skills and ability to manage competing priorities effectively;
  • Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills, as well as the ability to work independently;
  • Commercial awareness and confidence in building a rapport with clients to gain a better understanding of their business' needs and with the assistance of the partners, actively developing these client relationships;
  • An ability to lead, delegate and foster a positive team atmosphere.

    • About Clyde & Co in the Asia Pacific Region

    Clyde & Co is a leading global law firm, helping organisations successfully navigate risk and maximise opportunity in the sectors that underpin global trade and commercial activity and enable global prosperity, namely: insurance, aviation, marine, construction, energy, trade and natural resources. Globally integrated, Clyde & Co offers a comprehensive range of contentious and non-contentious legal services and commercially-minded legal advice to businesses operating across the world. It is committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves and provides an environment in which everyone can realise their potential; using its legal and professional skills to support its communities through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships; and minimising the impact it has on the environment including through a commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets. The firm has 490 partners, 2400 lawyers, 3200 legal professionals and 5500 people overall in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide.

    For more information please visit

    How To Apply

    This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dynamic and progressive firm. If you are interested in this position, please submit your application including:

  • Cover letter
  • CV
  • Academic transcript(s)

    • We offer a range of tailored benefits, support and wellbeing initiatives.

    Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our core values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.

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