Special Counsel | Workers Compensation | 10+ PAE | Sydney CBD

Our client, a leading Australian law firm with a national insurance practice, is looking for a Special Counsel to lead complex defendant workers compensation matters from its Sydney office. You will work alongside a partner recognised as pre-eminent in workers compensation, advising insurers, self-insurers, government agencies and scheme agents on their most sensitive claims.
$200,000 - $240,000 + super, depending on experience
Adaptable hybrid working and modern CBD offices
Work directly with an award-winning insurance partner who brings around 30 years of experience
A explicit pathway to leadership within a national insurance practice
A collaborative culture that genuinely values professional excellence and work-life balance

About the role

You will run a senior portfolio of sophisticated workers compensation claims and be a trusted adviser to the firm's insurance and employer clients.
Manage complex claims including fatalities,



psychological injury and media-sensitive disputes
Advise insurers and employers on risk, injury management and return-to-work strategy
Lead dispute resolution and litigation strategy, including matters before the Personal Injury Commission
Supervise, mentor and develop lawyers and paralegals
Build client relationships and support business development

What you'll bring
10+ years PAE in workers compensation or insurance litigation
Unrestricted NSW practising certificate
Deep knowledge of the NSW workers compensation scheme, including work injury damages
Proven experience with complex liability, fatality and psychological injury claims
Solid leadership, drafting and advocacy skills, with sound commercial judgement

Additional information
$200K - $240K + super | Hybrid working
Senior workers compensation role | Sydney CBD
Pathway to leadership in a national practice

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