Senior Associate/Special Counsel – Medical Negligence / Health

Job Description

Senior Associate/Special Counsel – Medical Negligence / Health 6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from HWL Ebsworth Lawyers Provide advice to some of Australia's leading medical defence insurers Transparent career pathway Flexible work arrangements and generous parental leave Fabulous office setting at Collins Arch About us HWL Ebsworth is Australia's largest and fastest growing legal partnership, with offices in every state and territory in Australia. Nationally the firm features over 280 Partners and more than 1,700 people. We promote our people based solely on merit which allows all team members to reach their potential. The opportunity We are rapidly growing our Health team. You'll provide legal advice to some of Australia's leading medical defence insurers, including those representing public hospitals, medical practitioners, pathology and medical clinics. You will have the opportunity to work across a wide range of file types, including high quantum civil litigation, coronial inquests, AHPRA investigations and patient complaints. You will be a key part of a very collegiate team who work closely together, share ideas, support one another and strive to provide a high quality service to clients. Responsibilities End to end management of claims and investigations Provision of timely and accurate written advice to insurers and insured clients Appearance at mediations, witness interviews, inquests and disciplinary hearings Direct marketing and engagement of new clients Ideally, you might have Anywhere from 5+ years PAE Experience in or a demonstrated passion for medical indemnity, health, aged care and/or personal injury law for defendants Strong writing skills and ability to engage well with insurers, corporate counsel of health entities, individual practitioners and management of health clinics Passion for medico-legal issues and claims management Strong leadership skills to assist in developing our junior cohort What we offer Unrivalled career pathways: Our unique meritocracy model proudly offers our staff career development, promoting talent based solely on merit. Our size, range of experience and competitive pricing model will provide you with everything you need to succeed. Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance Culture: Be part of a firm renowned for its friendly and down-to-earth culture. Prestige: Join a firm consistently ranked at the forefront of the Australian legal market, where your work is recognised nationally. Location: Be located in the heart of the action, based in the Collins Arch building with luxurious end of trip facilities and access to a complimentary wellness centre and yoga studio. How to apply Submit your CV and cover letter via the 'Apply' function or contact Gabrielle Saunders on for a confidential discussion. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia to apply. HWL Ebsworth also strongly encourages applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Legal Industries Law Practice #J-18808-Ljbffr