Senior Lawyers and Senior Associates – Professional Indemnity (5+ PAE) | Sydney

Salary: $170,000 – $185,000 + super (commensurate with experience)

Earn a salary that enables you to feel valued, within an environment that supports your career trajectory.

In partnership with IDEALIA Consulting

IDEALIA Consulting is partnering with leading national law firms across Australia to identify Senior Lawyers and Senior Associates ready to take the next step in their career. If you’re seeking clearer progression, stronger mentorship and a genuinely supportive team culture, this role offers exactly that.

About the role

You’ll join a growing professional indemnity practice and work closely with senior practitioners on complex coverage and defence matters. Expect meaningful responsibility, autonomy and access to a national network of talented lawyers.

This role suits you if:

• You’re in a boutique with limited progression

• You’re in a mid‑tier where advancement feels unclear or slow

• You’re doing great work but not receiving the support or development you deserve

This is a genuine step up with structure, clarity and long‑term opportunity.

What you’ll gain:

• A clear, structured career pathway

• A national platform with room to grow

• A collaborative, down‑to‑earth team culture

• Flexibility that supports balance

• Mentorship from senior practitioners

• High‑quality, meaningful professional indemnity work

Benefits:

• Competitive remuneration with performance‑aligned incentives

• Strong wellbeing support

• Professional development and high‑quality training

• Opportunities for community and pro bono involvement

• A workplace that values diversity, inclusion and real connection

About you:

• 5+ years’ post‑admission experience (Australian qualified — no sponsorship available)

• Strong insurance litigation experience, especially professional indemnity

• Confident managing matters autonomously

• Clear, commercial communication style

• Collaborative, supportive and motivated to grow

Eligibility

Australian practising rights required. Sponsorship is not available.

Must hold a valid Australian practising certificate and be admitted in NSW.

Ready for your next step?

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