Workers Compensation Lawyers
Sydney C B D, New South Wales I
Workers Compensation Lawyers
A strong opportunity for a Workers Compensation specialist to join a long established insurance practice that values stability and mentorship, with positions available in both Sydney CBD and Newcastle.
The Firm
This organisation is a long standing full service commercial practice with offices in Sydney and Newcastle. With more than a century of history, it is recognised for its expertise in insurance, government advisory work, litigation, commercial law and personal services. The insurance team delivers high quality statutory work for a mix of government agencies and private clients, supported by senior partners who are actively involved in supervision, training and strategy.
The firm places strong emphasis on tenure, structured development and supportive onboarding, acknowledging that learning internal systems and processes takes time. Its culture is collaborative, grounded and inclusive, built on integrity, technical excellence and mutual respect. Ongoing growth across both offices continues to create excellent opportunities for lawyers and experienced paralegals in Workers Compensation.
The Role
The firm is seeking multiple Workers Compensation Lawyers to join its busy insurance team, with flexibility on level for the right candidate. Applicants from both defendant and plaintiff backgrounds will be considered, with statutory experience preferred. Experienced paralegals with strong workers compensation exposure may also be suitable.
Key duties include:
• Managing a portfolio of workers compensation matters and providing clear, commercially focused advice
• Reviewing and analysing complex factual and medico legal material
• Preparing advices, correspondence and court documents
• Appearing at conferences, mediations and hearings as appropriate
• Working closely with clients to achieve timely, cost effective outcomes
• Meeting reasonable billable expectations while maintaining quality
• For senior candidates, mentoring junior staff and supporting team development
Core hours are 9 am to 5 pm and the team uses modern legal technology including Affinity.
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
• Admission as a Solicitor in NSW with eligibility to hold a practising certificate
• Experience in workers compensation matters in either plaintiff or defendant environments
• Strong technical skills in evidence review, statutory interpretation and written advocacy
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong client relationships
• High level organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines
• A proactive, solutions focused mindset and interest in further developing expertise
• Supervisory experience for senior level applicants
Experienced workers compensation paralegals with strong file management skills are also encouraged to apply.
Benefits
The firm offers:
• 1 day per week WFH following probation
• Strong training and onboarding support
• Direct access to highly experienced partners and structured mentoring
• Clear pathways for progression and a culture that values long term careers
• Wellbeing initiatives including employee assistance, fitness programs and seminars
• Regular social and community involvement activities
Apply Now using a MS Word version of your CV or contact Kalinda Campbell at people2people on kalinda@people2people.com.au for a confidential discussion.
Operating for over 20 years in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, people2people, Edge Recruitment, and Frog Recruitment are an award-winning recruitment group and HR solutions provider. As an inclusive workforce, we welcome everyone and encourage our employees, clients, and candidates to showcase their authentic selves.
Should you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request by phoning the above-mentioned recruitment consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments.
The Firm
This organisation is a long standing full service commercial practice with offices in Sydney and Newcastle. With more than a century of history, it is recognised for its expertise in insurance, government advisory work, litigation, commercial law and personal services. The insurance team delivers high quality statutory work for a mix of government agencies and private clients, supported by senior partners who are actively involved in supervision, training and strategy.
The firm places strong emphasis on tenure, structured development and supportive onboarding, acknowledging that learning internal systems and processes takes time. Its culture is collaborative, grounded and inclusive, built on integrity, technical excellence and mutual respect. Ongoing growth across both offices continues to create excellent opportunities for lawyers and experienced paralegals in Workers Compensation.
The Role
The firm is seeking multiple Workers Compensation Lawyers to join its busy insurance team, with flexibility on level for the right candidate. Applicants from both defendant and plaintiff backgrounds will be considered, with statutory experience preferred. Experienced paralegals with strong workers compensation exposure may also be suitable.
Key duties include:
• Managing a portfolio of workers compensation matters and providing clear, commercially focused advice
• Reviewing and analysing complex factual and medico legal material
• Preparing advices, correspondence and court documents
• Appearing at conferences, mediations and hearings as appropriate
• Working closely with clients to achieve timely, cost effective outcomes
• Meeting reasonable billable expectations while maintaining quality
• For senior candidates, mentoring junior staff and supporting team development
Core hours are 9 am to 5 pm and the team uses modern legal technology including Affinity.
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
• Admission as a Solicitor in NSW with eligibility to hold a practising certificate
• Experience in workers compensation matters in either plaintiff or defendant environments
• Strong technical skills in evidence review, statutory interpretation and written advocacy
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong client relationships
• High level organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines
• A proactive, solutions focused mindset and interest in further developing expertise
• Supervisory experience for senior level applicants
Experienced workers compensation paralegals with strong file management skills are also encouraged to apply.
Benefits
The firm offers:
• 1 day per week WFH following probation
• Strong training and onboarding support
• Direct access to highly experienced partners and structured mentoring
• Clear pathways for progression and a culture that values long term careers
• Wellbeing initiatives including employee assistance, fitness programs and seminars
• Regular social and community involvement activities
Apply Now using a MS Word version of your CV or contact Kalinda Campbell at people2people on kalinda@people2people.com.au for a confidential discussion.
Operating for over 20 years in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, people2people, Edge Recruitment, and Frog Recruitment are an award-winning recruitment group and HR solutions provider. As an inclusive workforce, we welcome everyone and encourage our employees, clients, and candidates to showcase their authentic selves.
Should you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request by phoning the above-mentioned recruitment consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments.
Location:
Sydney C B D, New South Wales
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Work type:
Full Time
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