Who are we?
Gilchrist Connell is a leading insurance sector law firm operating across all Australian jurisdictions from its five offices in Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane. In recognition of our excellence in the insurance sector, Australasian Lawyer named Gilchrist Connell as the 2023 Insurance Specialist Firm of the Year.
For the fifth consecutive year, Gilchrist Connell is one of only 31 firms recognised as an Australasian Lawyer Employer of Choice. Certified as a Family Friendly Workplace and Great Place to Work, we adhere to best practice in supporting employees to meet their work, family and wellbeing needs.
We believe that partnering with sophisticated clients on high quality work and enjoying a rewarding personal life should not be mutually exclusive. The firm has a genuinely positive work culture, built on transparency in feedback, support of flexible working practices, leading support programs and employee benefits.
About the role
A typical day for a law clerk at Gilchrist Connell involves engaging in a dynamic and collaborative work environment where they assist experienced lawyers with various tasks. Law clerks are exposed to a wide array of legal work, including research, drafting documents, and preparing case files related to insurance defence litigation. They benefit from the firm's supportive culture, which emphasizes professional growth and learning. The clerks work closely with team members across different levels, gaining valuable insights into the legal processes and contributing to high-quality litigation involving personal injury, property damage, and professional indemnity claims. Additionally, the firm’s commitment to flexibility allows clerks to efficiently manage their workload while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Who are you?
Have you have completed the contract and torts modules of your degree and are looking for an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in defendant insurance law?
If so apply to Gilchrist Connell, Australia's leading defendant insurance sector law firm, for a four week placement as a law clerk. You'll have the chance to work alongside experienced lawyers in a collaborative, hierarchical-free environment, tackling challenging litigation for major insurers.
Candidates can request reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process. If you need any specific adjustment, please contact our People team so we can work together to support you.
We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to First Nations, LGBTIQA+, persons with disabilities, as well as individuals of all ages, and cultures. We're a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace and celebrate the diversity of our people.
If this opportunity sounds of interest, please submit your updated resume, a brief cover letter outlining your motivation and relevant experiences and your most recent academic transcript to by hitting the apply button. Alternatively talk to our People Advisor, Rachel Gerreyn on +61 467 486 867 about joining Gilchrist Connell.
A quick note to agencies – we don’t need support with this role at present. Thank you.
