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Meridian Lawyers is a dynamic and innovative law firm with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Newcastle, Brisbane, Canberra and Perth. Clients look to our experienced and award-winning team for advice in Insurance, Corporate & Commercial, Workplace Relations & Safety, Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Property and Health Law.

We are known for providing exceptional quality legal advice that is both strategic and practical. It is this blend of technical expertise and the personal relationships we have with our clients that sets us apart from our competitors.

About the Role

Due to recent growth we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Associate to join our Insurance team in our Brisbane office. Ideally, you will be a 2-4 PQE lawyer.

This role will see you working on a wide variety of complex but interesting matters in the financial lines litigation, cyber security and professional indemnity space. This role will provide the successful candidate a fantastic opportunity to work alongside and be mentored by one of our highly regarded Principals in the Brisbane office. This role will also provide an excellent opportunity for fast career advancement based on proven performance.

About you

To be considered for this opportunity, you will need:

• To be an experienced lawyer with 2-4 years post admission experience in professional indemnity law gained working in an Insurance and Litigation practice team.
• Genuine interest in cyber security law. Candidates with experience in cyber security will be highly regarded.
• Solid ground in Financial Lines litigation work.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work well under pressure.
• A positive, “can do” attitude and willingness to be a key member of a tight knit team
• A sharp eye for detail, good writing skills.
• A great work ethic and be keen to learn and develop your career.

Personal Qualities

• Honest
• Forthright
• Team player
• Positive and helpful manner
• Ability to deal effectively with a broad range of people at all levels in business
• Active listener and receptive to feedback.
• Innovative and alert to opportunities for continuous improvement and learning
• Strong work ethic

Why join us?

Joining Meridian Lawyers means joining a practice known for our specialisation and capability. We are a values driven organisation with a genuine, friendly and collaborative culture that respects, rewards and values input and innovation from all levels of the business. Our culture is unique in our industry.

If you want to work in a team environment that is focussed on your development, be supported while enjoying a high level of autonomy and be part of a collegiate and inspiring team, Meridian Lawyers is the right place for you.

We strive to be an employer of choice and understand that it is the contribution of our people that makes our business successful. We have a range of benefits that reward excellence, that include:

• A commitment to learning and development through our MeridianMinds program
• Supported hybrid working model
• Wellbeing initiatives including regular health and skin checks, flu vaccinations
• A range of discounts and services through a variety of leading retail and service partners
• Salary sacrificing options
• An additional paid Personal Enjoyment Day each calendar year
• A competitive employee referral program

Next Steps

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you then please submit your CV via this advertisement.

Visit www.meridianlawyers.com.au/careers to meet our people and learn more about this role and our business.