Law Graduate to Lawyer, Commercial 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 continued growth in the team, we have two opportunities for Law Graduates or Lawyers to join our Commercial Insurance (CTP) team in Sydney working with Renée Sadler and Vanessa Finlayson.

About the team and the work

• This is a national team that offers a mixed practice of insurance (CTP) and government agency work.

• They represent licensed CTP insurers and scheme agents in every state and territory in Australia, managing claim portfolios and defend litigated claims. They are experts in major and catastrophic personal injury matters, intricate medical and fraudulent claims, complex liability disputes and assessments of damages.

• The team also act for the Commonwealth on merits review matters in the Administrative Review Tribunal, which will give you the opportunity to be involved in regular advocacy work.

• The team support a number of major general insurers in designing and implementing claims systems, help with strategic audits as well as review risk analysis and reserves.

• This practice is high volume and will allow you to become a subject matter expert in two areas of law through support from senior team members.

• You will be mentored and encouraged to develop your skills whilst supporting the senior members of the team.

• This is a fun, social, and dynamic team that promote flexibility and support career progression as the practice and team continues to grow.

What the market says

• Best Law Firms 2027 ranked by Best Lawyers – Law Firm of the Year, Insurance Law.

• Best Law Firms 2027 ranked by Best Lawyers – National & Regional Tier 1 Ranking for Insurance Law and Government Practice.

• Finalist: Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards - Insurance Specialist Firm of the Year, 2024.

• Finalist: Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards – Law Firm of the Year, 2024, 2025 & 2026.

• Winner: Australasian Lawyer - Law Firm of the Year, 2024.

• Recognised: The Australasian Lawyer 5-Star Employer of Choice, 2023, 2024 & 2025.

• Winner: Prosple Best Management in Law, 2026.

• Prosple Top 3 in Law: Best Culture, 2026.

About you

• You will be a recent law graduate or be a recently admitted lawyer with up to 2 years PAE. Experience gained in an insurance or litigation practice is highly desirable.

• Plaintiff and in-house experience will be considered.

• Advocacy experience in the Administrative Review Tribunal and/or CTP insurance experience is highly regarded.

• Demonstrate the ability to organise and prioritise your time with proven file management 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.

To find out more about what is on offer at Sparke Helmore please visit our website: Join us

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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 Inez Smith on +61 2 9373 3632.