Summary:
Lead the resolution of complex workers compensation litigation and dispute matters, providing technical expertise, strategic insights and leadership to deliver exceptional customer and scheme outcomes.
Location: Sydney NSW
Prospect to lead high-profile litigation matters and shape scheme outcomes across NSW
12 months - Fixed Term Contract as Senior Litigation Specialist with icare
Salary commencing from $154,231 + super, dependent on skills and experience
About the Role
As a Senior Litigation Specialist, you will play a critical role in managing complex pre-litigation and litigation disputes across the NSW workers compensation scheme.
Working closely with Dispute Resolution and Significant Litigation Leaders, you will influence litigation strategy, provide technical leadership, deliver business insights and help drive improved customer and scheme outcomes.
A corporate wellbeing program with subsidised gym membership, free flu vaccinations and health check programs
Comprehensive learning and development support aligned to icare's Core Capabilities
Our People Awards - On-the-spot Recognition, Quarterly Values Awards and Annual Awards
Access to our Employee Assistance Program
Duties
It's an exciting time at icare where no two days are the same.
As a Senior Litigation Specialist you will:
Manage complex liability reviews and dispute matters across workers compensation claims
Lead and oversee litigation matters before the Personal Injury Commission and the Courts
Engage, instruct and manage legal service providers and claims service providers on dispute and litigation matters
Provide technical leadership, mentoring and coaching within the Dispute Resolution team
Partner with internal stakeholders to deliver positive customer outcomes and support business objectives
Identify trends, risks and opportunities to improve decision-making, customer experience and scheme performance
Prepare and analyse dispute and litigation reporting, data insights and trend analysis




Monitor emerging litigation trends and assess potential impacts on the scheme
Ensure legal, regulatory and reputational risks are proactively managed
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across dispute resolution and litigation management processes
Skills & Experience
Extensive experience in workers compensation disputes, litigation or insurance-related matters
Strong understanding of workers compensation legislation and dispute resolution frameworks
Experience managing litigated matters within private practice, government or insurance environments
Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and build strong working relationships
Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting data, trends and business insights
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Passion for delivering quality customer outcomes with empathy and professionalism
Ability to work effectively in a complex and evolving environment
Admission as a legal practitioner in NSW with a current practising certificate will be highly regarded
Culture
We know our strength comes from the diversity of our people and encourage people with different experiences and backgrounds to apply.
We are committed to our people's development so the people of NSW can thrive.
About the Company
We care for the people of NSW, building confidence and trust so our communities can thrive.
We make the complex simple to deliver better outcomes for those we serve.
Whether a person is severely injured in the workplace or on our roads, icare supports their long-term care needs to improve quality of life, including helping people return to work.
For more information about icare visit our website
icare operates a direct sourcing model so no agency introductions will be accepted
We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant
A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process
Please note that you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia, New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport or have unrestricted working rights to apply for this role.
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📌 Senior Litigation Specialist (Sydney)
🏢 icare NSW
📍 Sydney