Lawyer to Associate, Statutory Lines Insurance

Why Sparke Helmore?

As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell. Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities.

At Sparke Helmore, you’ll be actively involved as part of a diverse, genuine and friendly team. We’ll help you harness your ambition and take your skills to new heights with exposure to outstanding clients and easy access to exceptional leaders and mentors.

Your story is yours to define. We’d like to be part of it and for you to be part of ours.

Due to recent growth, we have multiple opportunities for a Lawyer or Associate to join our Statutory Lines Insurance team in Melbourne working with James Johnson, Kellie Latta and Dan Decleva.

About the team and the work

We rarely have roles come up in this specialised team given the breadth and depth of work on offer and the genuine collaborative and cohesive team culture.

You will work across Vic State and Commonwealth jurisdictions with self-insurers and Government agencies on statutory issues, including managing claims, as well as supporting litigation proceedings.

You will be involved in regular advocacy work in the Administrative Review Tribunal and other Courts.

This is a challenging role where you will advise the Commonwealth and various self-insured companies on a diverse range of matters in a fast-paced environment.

You will join an established and reputable team, who will support you in your development whilst working on complex and diverse matters.

What the market says

Winner: Law Firm of the Year, Insurance, Best Lawyers, 2027

Ranked: Tier 1 Insurance Law, Best Lawyers, 2027

Ranked: Tier 2 Litigation, Best Lawyers, 2027

Finalist: Law Firm of the Year, Australian Law Awards, 2026

5‑Star Employer of Choice, 2025 – Stand Out Winner (Wellbeing and Experience)

About you

You will have 1 -3 years’ experience gained in a well-regarded insurance or administrative law practice, working on statutory issues and claims and/or administrative law.

Newly admitted lawyers with pre-admission experience are encouraged to apply.

You will have experience or a keen interest in advocacy as well as well-developed analytical and drafting skills.

To be successful you will need to be collaborative and have exceptional communication and organisational skills.

What Sparke Helmore can offer you

Our culture is one which values and celebrates diversity to better represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us - and bring their whole selves to work.

We recognise people value things differently. That's why our comprehensive benefits program is wide ranging so that everyone can find something that appeals to them. We're sure you will find something to love about what Sparke Helmore has to offer.

Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check.

For further information regarding this opportunity please contact Nikki Costelloe on +61 2 4924 7307.