Lawyer Associate

Why join us?

Join DWF and play a key role in driving billing excellence across a complex portfolio of insurance matters, including Lloyd's of London and international insurer clients.

At DWF, we're more than just a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. As a rapidly growing organisation, we are driven by purpose and committed to delivering positive outcomes for our clients, colleagues and communities. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Billing Specialist to join our General Insurance team in Sydney | Melbourne | Brisbane | Adelaide | Newcastle.

 and contribute to our continued growth and success.

We are seeking a motivated Lawyer or Associate with up to 2 to 7 years' post-qualification experience to join our growing Liability Team. Based in either Newcastle or Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adeliade you will work closely with experienced practitioners on complex and interesting claims across a diverse insurance portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assist with defendant insurance litigation matters
• Work directly with domestic and international insurer clients
• Draft legal advice, pleadings, and court documents
• Attend mediations, settlement conferences, and court appearances
• Collaborate with a supportive and high-performing team

What will help you succeed in this role?

• Admitted solicitor with up to 2 - 7 years PQE
• Experience in insurance, liability, litigation, or dispute resolution is desirable
• Strong communication, drafting, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and build client relationships
• A proactive and team-oriented approach

What we offer

• An inclusive, supportive and high-performing culture
• Hybrid working arrangements and genuine flexibility
• Strong mentoring from partners and senior leaders
• Learning and development programs, including online training, mentoring, coaching and career development pathways
• Career opportunities across DWF's international network
• Bonus and reward programs
• Health and wellbeing support, including access to wellbeing resources, mental health support and Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP)
• Family-friendly benefits and policies designed to support work-life balance
• Opportunities to participate in ESG, pro bono & community and charity initiatives, including the DWF Foundation and responsible business programs
• Active social and sporting committees

About us

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. Our approach delivers efficiency, transparency, and certainty without compromising on quality. We are committed to delivering positive outcomes for our colleagues, clients, and communities while fostering a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. If you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, we're here to support you.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and become part of a team that helps keep our business and clients moving forward.

This vacancy is being managed directly by DWF and we are not accepting unsolicited candidate referrals from recruitment agencies. Where external support is required, DWF will engage directly with its preferred recruitment partners. Please do not submit candidate details without prior agreement from our Recruitment team.