Insurance Solicitor / Associate

About Barry Nilsson

Barry Nilsson is a well-established national law firm with over six decades of history, renowned for its collaborative culture, commitment to excellence, inclusion, and innovation. The firm fosters an environment encouraging personal growth and authenticity.

The Insurance & Health Practice

The national Insurance & Health division encompasses more than 300 specialist lawyers, combining broad industry expertise with local knowledge to assist clients in Australia and internationally manage complex risks relating to insurance.

The Role

We are seeking a Solicitor or Associate to join our Perth insurance team, focused primarily on the general insurance domain with emphasis on professional indemnity cases. The role involves working alongside seasoned specialists under the leadership of Principal Cameron Maclean, with strong emphasis on career development and empowerment.

Candidate Profile

• Professional with 1 to 4 years post-admission experience in defendant insurance law, particularly in professional indemnity matters.
• Capable of managing individual caseloads effectively.
• Skilled in cultivating client relationships and delivering outstanding outcomes.
• A collaborative problem solver who values teamwork and building robust working partnerships.

Benefits

• Recognized as an “Employer of Choice” for seven consecutive years.
• Supportive management that prioritizes employee wellbeing.
• Structured mentorship programs and opportunities for ongoing professional learning.
• Flexible work policies including a 9.5-day fortnight, options for remote working, leave purchasing, and public holiday swaps.
• Annual bonus programs rewarding strong performance.
• Casual office dress code policy: “Dress for your Day.”
• Access to health and wellbeing initiatives such as BNWell, including wellness allowances and designated leave.
• Generous shared parental leave of 26 weeks paid with no distinction between primary or secondary carers.
• Support for pro bono legal work, volunteerism, secondments, and industry engagements.

Diversity and Inclusion

Barry Nilsson strongly supports a workplace culture that honors diversity, inclusion, and flexibility. The firm encourages applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ individuals, and people of all backgrounds. Applicants requiring accommodations during recruitment or employment are welcomed to discuss such arrangements confidentially.