Commercial Disputes & Insolvency (Subrogated Recoveries)

An opportunity for a Lawyer (1-3 years' PQE) to work with Stephen Dickens focusing on subrogated insurance recoveries and settlements.

Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we’ve grown into a Top 6 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do.

The Role

We are looking for a passionate junior lawyer to join our Brisbane Commercial Disputes & Insolvency team working alongside Stephen Dickens. This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills, a commercial mindset, and a genuine interest in subrogated insurance recoveries and settlements, with significant insurer clients.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a portfolio of subrogated recovery and settlement matters
• Drafting pleadings, correspondence, advices, and settlement proposals
• Conducting legal research and assist with strategy development
• Liaising with insurers, loss adjusters, experts, and opposing parties, as well as Counsel
• Advocacy at Settlement Conferences, on Applications and trial work
• Supporting senior lawyers on higher value and technically complex claims

Who We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Between 1-3 years’ PQE in insurance, litigation, or an in-house role
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in insurance, property damage, and recoveries litigation
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work with competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative, proactive, and eager to develop technical expertise

What We Offer

We take a collaborative approach to your learning & development, giving you the personal attention and unique opportunities required to help you realise your full potential. We are committed to your health and well-being and offer a multitude of employee benefits including:

• Flexible working;
• Dress for your day;
• Discounted health insurance;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia;
• Competitive referral bonus; and
• Other amazing perks!

All applications must include a CV and Cover Letter addressed to the Talent Acquisition team and submitted online via our Careers page.

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