Current Opportunities

The Australian insurance market is one of the most highly-regulated, complex and competitive markets in the world. At Colin Biggers & Paisley, we understand the insurance market and the importance of providing efficient claims management and legal services to our clients. 
 
Our team of insurance lawyers includes over 70 insurance lawyers who combine their claims, regulatory and litigation experience with their industry experience.

We are internationally recognised for our full service expertise in all aspects of insurance law. In 2017, Chambers and Partners ranked our insurance practice Band 1 and recognised three of our partners for their expertise. In addition, our insurance practice was named Law Firm of the Year in the 2018 and 2019 editions of The Best Lawyers In Australia. 
  
We have an exciting role available for a full-time junior solicitor in our Insurance team. The role requires prior experience dealing with personal injury and sensitive claims and offers the opportunity to work in a close-knit, diverse and unique team. You will be working in a team, practice and firm that are supportive of both career growth and well-being.
  
Key responsibilities include:

• Providing clients with legal advice and defence on insured commercial disputes
• Regularly reviewing applicable case law and legislative changes
• Conducting effective legal research and analysis to produce timely, commercial and legally accurate advice
• Managing a robust workload, including prioritising work and delivering services effectively
• Developing an understanding of client operations and strategy
• Continual professional development and managing MCLE requirements

The successful candidate:

• Ideally 2-3 years' PQE with experience in dealing with personal injury and sensitive matters.
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions well
• Ability to relate to people at all levels and effectively work in a team
• A strong focus on turnaround time and ability to work under pressure
• Practical and client focused problem solving and research skills
• A strong, plain language communication style

About us:

At Colin Biggers & Paisley, our workplace culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work/life balance.

We established the Colin Biggers & Paisley Foundation which brings together our entire community offering, underpinned by a central strategy of promoting and protecting the rights of women and children in Australia and abroad through pro bono legal services, volunteering and charitable contributions.

We offer an environment where our values of Balance, Respect, Loyalty and Integrity guide all of our actions. We continually invest in our people, providing training, learning and support, a formal mentoring program and promoting a social and connected environment. We also offer other benefits such as social and sporting functions, rewards and recognition, casual Fridays, massages and professional memberships.

Inclusion and Diversity is a priority at Colin Biggers & Paisley. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing high level administrative and legal secretarial support
• Developing excellent working relationships with external/internal clients
• Maintaining a high level of service excellence at all times
• Work in a timely and effective manner to ensure all tasks are completed
• Transcribing digital dictation files and produce typed work of a high standard of grammar, spelling and layout
• Preparing correspondence and Court documents
• Ensuring filing is undertaken
• Preparing monthly draft bills, editing time entries and attaching creditors tax invoices

The successful candidate:

• 3 - 4 years' experience in a similar role
• Excellent customer service ethic with a focus on providing a high level of service
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytic and problem solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong administration and organisation skills
• Sound knowledge and experience of Microsoft products
• Confidentiality, sensitivity and integrity across all aspects of the role
• Ability to work to deadlines

About us:

At Colin Biggers & Paisley, our workplace culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work/life balance.

We established the Colin Biggers & Paisley Foundation which brings together our entire community offering, underpinned by a central strategy of promoting and protecting the rights of women and children in Australia and abroad through pro bono legal services, volunteering and charitable contributions.

We offer an environment where our values of Balance, Respect, Loyalty and Integrity guide all of our actions. We continually invest in our people, providing training, learning and support, a formal mentoring program and promoting a social and connected environment. We also offer other benefits such as social and sporting functions, rewards and recognition, casual Fridays, massages and professional memberships.

Inclusion and Diversity is a priority at Colin Biggers & Paisley. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Co-ordinate and maintain all HR related administrative responsibilities, which includes:
  • Drafting employment contracts
  • Drafting letters eg. probation, resignation, parental leave, change in employment conditions etc
  • Coordinating the new employee on boarding process
  • Coordinating the employee exit process
  • Office moves communication with office services and IT
  • Requests for employee changes with IT and payroll etc
• Responding to employee queries and general enquiries  
• Assisting with recruitment as required
• Assisting with drafting and updating policies and procedures
• Assist with the annual remuneration review
• Create and maintain employee files including filing and scanning/saving documents
• Work with HR Consultants to coordinate the National Graduate Recruitment Program
• Assist in the administration of WHS requirements
• Complete relevant return to work qualifications
• Co-ordinate workers compensation claims
• Assisting the HR team with projects and tasks as required

The successful candidate

• Administration experience within a professional services environment.
• The passion and attitude to work in a professional services environment.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Working successfully within a team environment.
• Strong administrative/secretarial experience.
• Excellent trouble-shooting skills.
• Able to work under pressure in a high volume environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with key partners and staff.
• Ability to service internal clients and produce high quality outcomes.
• Highly organised with attention to detail.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications

About us:

At Colin Biggers & Paisley, our workplace culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work/life balance.

We established the Colin Biggers & Paisley Foundation which brings together our entire community offering, underpinned by a central strategy of promoting and protecting the rights of women and children in Australia and abroad through pro bono legal services, volunteering and charitable contributions.

We offer an environment where our values of Balance, Respect, Loyalty and Integrity guide all of our actions. We continually invest in our people, providing training, learning and support, a formal mentoring program and promoting a social and connected environment. We also offer other benefits such as social and sporting functions, rewards and recognition, casual Fridays, massages and professional memberships.

Inclusion and Diversity is a priority at Colin Biggers & Paisley. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.

We are currently recruiting for Legal Operations Coordinator to join our Planning Government Infrastructure and Environment group in our Brisbane Office.

Our Planning Government Infrastructure and Environment group is the trusted partner of public and private sector entities, for whom we are the legal and policy designers of strategic and tactical solutions to exceptionally challenging problems, in our chosen fields of planning, government, infrastructure and environment.
  
Key responsibilities  include:

• Coordinate daily operations of the group including administrative, financial and people management
• Project Management of files including, budget monitoring, drafting of correspondence and various client reports
• Supervision and management of the Legal Operations Assistant and Paralegals within the group
• Management of group tender arrangements including tracking critical dates and contract requirements
• Manage allocated authors calendar ensuing they are attending meetings and appointments and update interaction (CRM database) where appropriate
• Answer all phone calls promptly, taking messages and passing on to the relevant person
• Use CBP's document management system (iManage) to accurately save and retrieve all documents and emails on a daily basis in line with filing procedure
• Book travel travel/flights in accordance with CBP protocols
• Manage billing process for the team, this includes - Preparing bills, editing time entries and attaching creditors tax invoices to adhere to service standards and retainers
• Prepare cost agreements for all new matters
• Reconcile expense system (serko) for authors on a weekly basis

The successful candidate
You will be supported in this close knit team, given training, mentoring and guidance from your peers and leader. You will need to be self-motivated and adaptable in this dynamic environment. Ideal background and skills include:  

• A minimum of 5 years' experience working in a secretarial or administration role with professional services
• Prior experience within the following practice groups - construction and/or planning and environment
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team
• Ability to lead and manage a team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience working with Elite Practice Management System
• Organise and prioritise workload, be flexible, and work with tight timeframes
• Work effectively with all members of the practice

About us:

At Colin Biggers & Paisley, our workplace culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work/life balance.

We established the Colin Biggers & Paisley Foundation which brings together our entire community offering, underpinned by a central strategy of promoting and protecting the rights of women and children in Australia and abroad through pro bono legal services, volunteering and charitable contributions.

We offer an environment where our values of Balance, Respect, Loyalty and Integrity guide all of our actions. We continually invest in our people, providing training, learning and support, a formal mentoring program and promoting a social and connected environment. We also offer other benefits such as social and sporting functions, rewards and recognition, casual Fridays, massages and professional memberships.

Inclusion and Diversity is a priority at Colin Biggers & Paisley. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.

The Australian insurance market is one of the most highly-regulated, complex and competitive markets in the world. At Colin Biggers & Paisley, we understand the insurance market and the importance of providing efficient claims management and legal services to our clients. 
 
Our team of insurance lawyers includes over 70 insurance lawyers who combine their claims, regulatory and litigation experience with their industry experience.

We are internationally recognised for our full service expertise in all aspects of insurance law. In 2017, Chambers and Partners ranked our insurance practice Band 1 and recognised three of our partners for their expertise. In addition, our insurance practice was named Law Firm of the Year in the 2018 and 2019 editions of The Best Lawyers In Australia. 
  
We have an exciting role available for a full-time junior solicitor in our Insurance team. The role requires prior experience dealing with sensitive claims and ideally some litigation experience, and offers the opportunity to work in a close-knit, diverse and unique team.  The role is a mix of  assisting in the management  of sensitive claims in a compassionate and practical manner, advisory work for educational institutions on  a wide range of issues, and assisting with large scale directors' and officers' coverage matters - truly one of a kind. You will be working in a team, practice and firm that are supportive of both career growth and well-being.
  
Key responsibilities include:

• Providing clients with legal advice and defence on insured commercial disputes
• Regularly reviewing applicable case law and legislative changes
• Conducting effective legal research and analysis to produce timely, commercial and legally accurate advice
• Managing a robust workload, including prioritising work and delivering services effectively
• Developing an understanding of client operations and strategy
• Continual professional development and managing MCLE requirements

The successful candidate:

• Ideally 2-3 years' PQE with experience in dealing with sensitive matters and other litigated and non-litigated claims
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions well
• Ability to relate to people at all levels and effectively work in a team
• A strong focus on turnaround time and ability to work under pressure
• Practical and client focused problem solving and research skills
• A strong, plain language communication style

About us:

At Colin Biggers & Paisley, our workplace culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work/life balance.

We established the Colin Biggers & Paisley Foundation which brings together our entire community offering, underpinned by a central strategy of promoting and protecting the rights of women and children in Australia and abroad through pro bono legal services, volunteering and charitable contributions.

We offer an environment where our values of Balance, Respect, Loyalty and Integrity guide all of our actions. We continually invest in our people, providing training, learning and support, a formal mentoring program and promoting a social and connected environment. We also offer other benefits such as social and sporting functions, rewards and recognition, casual Fridays, massages and professional memberships.

Inclusion and Diversity is a priority at Colin Biggers & Paisley. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.

The Australian insurance market is one of the most highly-regulated, complex and competitive markets in the world. At Colin Biggers & Paisley, we understand the insurance market and the importance of providing efficient claims management and legal services to our clients. 
 
Our team of insurance lawyers includes over 70 insurance lawyers who combine their claims, regulatory and litigation experience with their industry experience.

We are internationally recognised for our full service expertise in all aspects of insurance law. In 2017, Chambers and Partners ranked our insurance practice Band 1 and recognised three of our partners for their expertise. In addition, our insurance practice was named Law Firm of the Year in the 2018 and 2019 editions of The Best Lawyers In Australia. 

We are seeking a full-time Solicitor to join our Insurance group in our Melbourne office, specialising in casualty claims.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing clients with commercial legal advice
• Regularly reviewing applicable case law and legislative changes
• Conducting effective legal research and analysis to produce timely, commercial and legally accurate advice
• Managing a robust workload, including prioritising work and delivering services effectively
• Developing an understanding of client operations and strategy
• Continual professional development and managing CLE requirements

The successful candidate:

• Minimum 2-3 years' PQE with experience in casualty claims. 
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions well
• Ability to relate to people at all levels and effectively work in a team
• A strong focus on turnaround time and ability to work under pressure
• Practical and client focused problem solving and research skills
• A strong, plain language communication style

About us:

At Colin Biggers & Paisley, our workplace culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work/life balance.

We established the Colin Biggers & Paisley Foundation which brings together our entire community offering, underpinned by a central strategy of promoting and protecting the rights of women and children in Australia and abroad through pro bono legal services, volunteering and charitable contributions.

We offer an environment where our values of Balance, Respect, Loyalty and Integrity guide all of our actions. We continually invest in our people, providing training, learning and support, a formal mentoring program and promoting a social and connected environment. We also offer other benefits such as social and sporting functions, rewards and recognition, casual Fridays, massages and professional memberships.

Inclusion and Diversity is a priority at Colin Biggers & Paisley. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.

The Australian insurance market is one of the most highly-regulated, complex and competitive markets in the world. At Colin Biggers & Paisley, we understand the insurance market and the importance of providing efficient claims management and legal services to our clients. 
 
Our team of insurance lawyers includes over 70 insurance lawyers who combine their claims, regulatory and litigation experience with their industry experience.

We are internationally recognised for our full service expertise in all aspects of insurance law. In 2017, Chambers and Partners ranked our insurance practice Band 1 and recognised three of our partners for their expertise. In addition, our insurance practice was named Law Firm of the Year in the 2018 and 2019 editions of The Best Lawyers In Australia. 
  
We are seeking an Insurance Senior Associate to work on general liability, casualty and professional indemnity matters. 

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Providing clients with legal advice and defence on insured commercial disputes
• Regularly reviewing applicable case law and legislative changes
• Conducting effective legal research and analysis to produce timely, commercial and legally accurate advice
• Managing a robust workload, including prioritising work and delivering services effectively
• Developing an understanding of client operations and strategy
• Managing prospective client relationships
• Mentoring and developing junior staff
• Continual professional development and managing MCLE requirements

The successful candidate:

• 5+ years' PQE with experience in insurance matters, specifically general liability, casualty, professional indemnity
• Previous exposure to Business Development and a natural ability to build strong client relationships
• Ability to manage client expectations and run matters autonomously
• Interested in establishing a long-term successful career with Colin Biggers & Paisley
• Ability to relate to people at all levels and effectively work in a team
• A strong focus on turnaround time
• Commercial acumen
• Practical and client focused problem solving skills
• A strong, plain language communication style

About us:

At Colin Biggers & Paisley, our workplace culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work/life balance.

We established the Colin Biggers & Paisley Foundation which brings together our entire community offering, underpinned by a central strategy of promoting and protecting the rights of women and children in Australia and abroad through pro bono legal services, volunteering and charitable contributions.

We offer an environment where our values of Balance, Respect, Loyalty and Integrity guide all of our actions. We continually invest in our people, providing training, learning and support, a formal mentoring program and promoting a social and connected environment. We also offer other benefits such as social and sporting functions, rewards and recognition, casual Fridays, massages and professional memberships.

Inclusion and Diversity is a priority at Colin Biggers & Paisley. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide high level of secretarial support to allocated teams as required
• Develop excellent working relationships with external/internal clients
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and service excellence at all times
• Work in a timely and effective manner to ensure all tasks are completed
• Report to Human Resources each morning for work allocation
• Work with Human Resources to identify practice areas that need secretarial support when a float secretary is not allocated
• Flexibility to be placed in the construction, insurance and corporate and dispute resolution practice groups as requested by Human Resources

The successful candidate:
 
You will be supported in this close knit team, given training, mentoring and guidance from your peers and leader. You will need to be self-motivated and adaptable in this dynamic environment. Ideal background and skills include:
 

• A minimum of 4 years' experience working in a secretarial role with professional services
• Prior experience within the following practice groups - construction, insurance and corporate dispute resolution
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience working with Elite Practice Management System
• Organise and prioritise workload, be flexible, and work with tight timeframes
• Work effectively with all members of the practice
• Minimum typing speed of 60 wpm

Our firm
Colin Biggers & Paisley was founded over a century ago and today is one of the oldest legal practices in Australia. We are proud of our long-standing client relationships with many of Australia's most respected and successful corporations and governments. Today our practice has over 450 staff with offices in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.

We are currently recruiting for a solicitor to join our Planning Government Infrastructure and Environment group in our Sydney office.

Our group
Our Planning Government Infrastructure and Environment group is the trusted partner of public and private sector entities, for whom we are the legal and policy designers of strategic and tactical solutions to exceptionally challenging problems, in our chosen fields of planning, government, infrastructure and environment.
We have more than 50 years' experience of planning, designing and executing legal and policy solutions for large development and infrastructure projects in Australia, including new cities, towns and communities.

Our reputation
Our Planning Government Infrastructure and Environment group has built long and trusted relationships through continuous and exceptional performance.
We understand that exceptional performance is a foundation of success, and we apply our critical thinking and strategy to ensure an unparalleled level of planning, design and manoeuvre to achieve that success.
Our group practices as an East Coast Team of Teams known for its Trusted Partners, Strategic Thinkers, Legal and Policy Designers and Tacticians.

Our credo
Our credo is to Lead, Simplify and Win with Integrity. We therefore partner by integrity, lead by planning, simplify by design and win by manoeuvre.

Our selection criteria
We are looking for solicitors who are:

• Trusted partners – who will partner by integrity.
• Strategic thinkers – who will lead by planning.
• Legal and policy designers – who will simplify complex legal and policy issues through design.
• Tacticians – who will win by manoeuvre.Our solicitors work closely with our partners and senior lawyers in a highly mentored and supervised manner where the development of legal knowledge matters.

Our commitment to our solicitors
Our solicitors work closely with our partners and senior lawyers in a highly mentored and supervised manner where the development of legal knowledge matters.

If you are interested in joining this highly motivated group, please apply through the application form below with your covering letter providing a considered response to our selection criteria, a brief resume and a copy of your academic transcript.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide 1st and 2nd level IT technical support to 500 users nationally through telephone, email and face to face in a fast paced environment.
• Consistently provide a high standard of IT support to ensure all helpdesk requests are responded to within agreed timeframes where SLA's can be met.
• Working within collaborative Service Desk Team to provide proactive rather than reactive outcomes for our clients.
• Communicating effectively to all areas of the practice, this includes Partners, Senior Management and all other staff including external clients.
• An ability to setup, build, deploy, maintain and support Windows 8 & 10 workstations, laptops and surfaces with associated hardware and software.
• High level understanding of MDM platforms, preferably MobileIron for Mobile device support, deployment and enrolment.
• High-level understanding Windows 8.1 & Windows 10 SOE's.
• Proficient in supporting Microsoft Office 2013/2016 & Office 365
• Excellent understanding of Remote access tools for support (VPN, RDP, Dameware & Zoom for use in and after hours support.
• Active Directory management (create, move and delete users.
• Exchange Management administration involving the Creation of distribution and security groups.
• Good understanding of Networking protocols and administration.
• Maintenance of printers and other peripheral equipment.
• Support of non-computer related equipment and hardware such as telephony systems, video conferencing and audio-visual equipment
• Ability to contribute and participate in Projects and other tasks.
• Adhere to all processes and procedures in the IT department and the wider practice.

  The successful candidate:

• 3+ years' experience in a similar Helpdesk/Desktop Support role within legal or professional services with a national focus.
• Relevant qualifications are desirable
• Knowledge of networking protocols and administration.
• Experience supporting LANs, Wireless AP's, PC operating systems, desktop software and video conferencing platforms.
• Experience using a variety of PC software including the Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Exchange, Windows servers and desktops, Citrix, anti-virus software; and surface device experience.
• Strong research and troubleshooting techniques.
• Excellent customer service focus providing a high level of service to our clients.
• Exceptional communication and written skills which includes interpersonal.
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure
• Able to respond promptly and effectively to prioritise multiple queries
• A professional, flexible, positive, friendly and team orientated approach to work
• Align to the to the vision, values and culture at CBP.

About us:

At Colin Biggers & Paisley, our workplace culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work/life balance.

We established the Colin Biggers & Paisley Foundation which brings together our entire community offering, underpinned by a central strategy of promoting and protecting the rights of women and children in Australia and abroad through pro bono legal services, volunteering and charitable contributions.

We offer an environment where our values of Balance, Respect, Loyalty and Integrity guide all of our actions. We continually invest in our people, providing training, learning and support, a formal mentoring program and promoting a social and connected environment. We also offer other benefits such as social and sporting functions, rewards and recognition, casual Fridays, massages and professional memberships.

Inclusion and Diversity is a priority at Colin Biggers & Paisley. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.

We have one of the country's oldest, largest and most experienced infrastructure, construction and engineering practices. With 11 partners and a supporting team of 38 solicitors and paralegals, our construction and engineering team deliver cutting-edge advice on the most complex and challenging projects. We advise major stakeholders in the construction and engineering industries.

Our practice and partners are routinely listed amongst the best in Australia in a number of legal directories, including Chambers Asia Pacific, Best Lawyers in Australia, Doyle's Guide and The Legal 500.
  
Key Responsibilities Include:

• Providing clients with legal advice
• Regularly reviewing applicable case law and legislative changes
• Conducting effective legal research and analysis to produce timely, commercial and legally accurate advice
• Managing a robust workload, including prioritising work and delivering services effectively
• Developing an understanding of client operations and strategy
• Continual professional development and managing MCLE requirements

The successful candidate

• 2-3 years' PQE with experience in front end construction
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions well
• Ability to relate to people at all levels and effectively work in a team
• A strong focus on turnaround time and ability to work under pressure
• Practical and client focused problem solving and research skills
• A strong, plain language communication style

About us:

At Colin Biggers & Paisley, our workplace culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work/life balance.

We established the Colin Biggers & Paisley Foundation which brings together our entire community offering, underpinned by a central strategy of promoting and protecting the rights of women and children in Australia and abroad through pro bono legal services, volunteering and charitable contributions.

We offer an environment where our values of Balance, Respect, Loyalty and Integrity guide all of our actions. We continually invest in our people, providing training, learning and support, a formal mentoring program and promoting a social and connected environment. We also offer other benefits such as social and sporting functions, rewards and recognition, casual Fridays, massages and professional memberships.

Inclusion and Diversity is a priority at Colin Biggers & Paisley. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.

With extensive experience in contentious and non-contentious employment and industrial matters, our workplace relations team is highly regarded. Our industry experience includes the retail and service sectors, finance, professional services, healthcare, education, construction, engineering and manufacturing, with our clients ranging from small privately owned businesses to large companies with several thousand employees, being a mixture of professional, executive, managerial, trade, administrative staff and contractors.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Providing clients with legal advice
• Assist in managing matters, ensuring all deadlines are met
• Regularly reviewing applicable case law and legislative changes
• Conducting effective legal research and analysis to produce timely, commercial and legally accurate advice
• Managing a robust workload, including prioritising work and delivering services effectively
• Developing an understanding of client operations and strategy
• Managing prospective client relationships
• Mentoring and developing junior staff
• Continual professional development and managing CLE requirements

The successful candidate:

You will be supported in this close knit team, given training, mentoring and guidance from your peers and leader. You will need to be self-motivated, energetic and adaptable in this dynamic environment.

Ideal background and skills include:

• Experience in industrial relations practice and management and enterprise bargaining from a well-regarded employment and IR practice will be particularly valuable.   
• A minimum of 4-5 years' PQE with a background in employment & safety
• Previous exposure to Business Development and a natural ability to build strong client relationships
• Ability to manage client expectations and run matters autonomously
• Interested in establishing a long-term successful career with Colin Biggers & Paisley
• Ability to relate to people at all levels and effectively work in a team
• A strong focus on turnaround time
• Commercial acumen
• Practical and client focused problem solving skills
• A strong, plain language communication style

About us:

At Colin Biggers & Paisley, our workplace culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work/life balance.

We established the Colin Biggers & Paisley Foundation which brings together our entire community offering, underpinned by a central strategy of promoting and protecting the rights of women and children in Australia and abroad through pro bono legal services, volunteering and charitable contributions.

We offer an environment where our values of Balance, Respect, Loyalty and Integrity guide all of our actions. We continually invest in our people, providing training, learning and support, a formal mentoring program and promoting a social and connected environment. We also offer other benefits such as social and sporting functions, rewards and recognition, casual Fridays, massages and professional memberships.

Inclusion and Diversity is a priority at Colin Biggers & Paisley. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.

The Australian insurance market is one of the most highly-regulated, complex and competitive markets in the world. At Colin Biggers & Paisley, we understand the insurance market and the importance of providing efficient claims management and legal services to our clients. 

Our team of insurance lawyers includes over 70 insurance lawyers who combine their claims, regulatory and litigation experience with their industry experience.

We are internationally recognised for our full service expertise in all aspects of insurance law. In 2017, Chambers and Partners ranked our insurance practice Band 1 and recognised three of our partners for their expertise. In addition, our insurance practice was named Law Firm of the Year in the 2018 and 2019 editions of The Best Lawyers In Australia. 

We are seeking a full-time Graduate to assist our senior associates and solicitors on a range of general liability, causality and professional indemnity matters. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with providing clients with legal advice 
• Regularly reviewing applicable case law and legislative changes
• Conducting effective legal research and analysis to produce timely, commercial and legally accurate advice
• Managing a robust workload, including prioritising work and delivering services effectively
• Developing an understanding of client operations and strategy

The successful candidate:

• A recent law graduate
• Strong academics to support your application (above credit average)
• Extensive research skills developed through paralegal experience highly desirable
• Judge's Associate experience highly desirable
• Experience in mooting competitions highly desirable
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions well
• Ability to relate to people at all levels and effectively work in a team
• A strong focus on turnaround time and ability to work under pressure
• Practical and client focused problem solving and research skills

About us:

At Colin Biggers & Paisley, our workplace culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work/life balance.

We established the Colin Biggers & Paisley Foundation which brings together our entire community offering, underpinned by a central strategy of promoting and protecting the rights of women and children in Australia and abroad through pro bono legal services, volunteering and charitable contributions.

We offer an environment where our values of Balance, Respect, Loyalty and Integrity guide all of our actions. We continually invest in our people, providing training, learning and support, a formal mentoring program and promoting a social and connected environment. We also offer other benefits such as social and sporting functions, rewards and recognition, casual Fridays, massages and professional memberships.

Inclusion and Diversity is a priority at Colin Biggers & Paisley. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.