Overview

Hicksons| Hunt & Hunt is a commercial law firm that assists government, companies, organisations, and individuals throughout Australia to create sustainable value through legal and commercial advice, services, and solutions. Our breadth of expertise is reflected in our diverse practice groups and complemented by our industry and sector focus. With offices in Sydney, North Ryde, Newcastle and Griffith, we work across geographies with smart technology to keep connected to our clients.

The Role & the Team

Special Issues team represents government agencies and insurers in NSW, offering legal advice on a broad range of matters, from straightforward to highly contentious, including nervous shock claims and historical abuse claims in institutional settings. Our supportive and inclusive work culture, excellent professional development opportunities, and commitment to client satisfaction make Hicksons an ideal environment to advance your legal career.

What You Bring

- 3+ years’ PQE, with experience in personal injuries claims work and/or sensitive claims
- Providing legal advice on defendant case matters is highly desirable
- Previous experience managing and/or assisting a portfolio of claims
- Ability to handle large volumes of documents, provide clear advice within deadlines, and manage competing priorities
- Demonstrated experience with New South Wales civil procedure
- Ability to thoroughly and sensitively review evidence in relation to liability and quantum issues
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
- Desire to grow and develop with our team to create excellent results
- Ability to build effective working relationships with clients
- Willingness to participate and enhance your business development skills

In this role, you may be exposed to sensitive and delicate content.



Mental and emotional agility will be essential for success. Vicarious trauma training, tools, and resources will be provided to support your development in this area.

Why Choose Hicksons|Hunt & Hunt

Hicksons fosters a diverse and inclusive environment and captures innovative ideas from our people. We offer a range of benefits and social opportunities to support growth, development and internal networking and collaboration. Recognition and reward programs celebrate our collective success.

Supporting You

Potential unearthed – You can achieve your career aspirations with tailored 1:1 mentoring, access to our e‑learning platform, internal and external workshops, and complete transparency around a promotional pathways program.

The right resources – Our workplace is powered by smart technology, paper‑light processes, collaborative teams and a healthy values‑based culture that enables you to perform at your best.

Flexi‑work options – Explore hybrid work, part‑time hours, compressed working weeks, and more.

Performance‑based rewards and incentive bonuses – Our incentive program rewards high performance and supports a high‑performance culture.

Benefits – 16 weeks paid gender‑neutral parental leave for eligible employees, education assistance, Employee Assistance Program, birthday leave, #4U leave, and access to everyday discounts through corporate discount schemes and novated leasing.

Life at Hicksons|Hunt & Hunt – Contributing to our community is part of our vision; the firm provides opportunities to engage in pro‑bono and corporate social responsibility activities.

Awards – The 2024 AFR Partnership Survey named Hicksons as the industry leader with the highest proportion of female partners for the second year running. Hicksons|Hunt & Hunt has also been recognised as a 5‑Star Employer of Choice by Australasian Lawyer (2024) and the ABA employer of choice winners (2020, 2023 & 2024).

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