Our client is a well-established and expanding personal injury practice with a strong reputation for providing high-quality legal support to injured workers. The team is collaborative, professional and genuinely committed to achieving positive outcomes for clients.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal who enjoys being hands-on, wants ownership of their files and is looking to work alongside experienced practitioners in a supportive environment.
You'll play a key role in supporting solicitors across a busy portfolio of NSW statutory Workers Compensation matters, with exposure to matters from initial instructions through to resolution and Personal Injury Commission proceedings.
Your responsibilities will include: - Managing and progressing a portfolio of NSW Workers Compensation files
- Assisting solicitors with case strategy and matter progression
- Preparing applications, submissions, statements and supporting documentation
- Drafting correspondence and letters of instruction to medical and other experts
- Preparing applications to the Personal Injury Commission (PIC)
- Reviewing insurer responses, dispute notices and other relevant documentation
- Reviewing medical records, clinical evidence, employer material and expert reports
- Assisting clients to challenge decisions regarding weekly benefits, medical expenses and other entitlements
- Progressing permanent impairment claims
- Preparing applications for funding through the Independent Review Office (IRO)
- Liaising directly with injured workers and keeping clients updated throughout their matters
- Communicating with treating doctors, medico-legal experts, insurers and employers
- Managing deadlines and ensuring matters are progressed efficiently and accurately
Why You'll Love This Opportunity The firm places a genuine focus on mentoring, development and progression, with support available for those looking to pursue admission and continue their legal career.
- Join a growing and highly regarded personal injury practice
- Work closely with experienced personal injury lawyers and an Accredited Specialist
- Hands-on exposure to NSW Workers Compensation disputes and PIC matters
- Genuine mentorship and ongoing professional development
- Structured support and clear performance expectations
- A collaborative, supportive and high-performing team environment
- Genuine career progression opportunities
- Support for paralegals pursuing admission and beyond
- Competitive remuneration based on experience
- Staff rewards and recognition program
- Study leave
- Referral and incentive bonuses
About You We're looking for someone who already has a strong foundation in personal injury law and is confident working within the NSW Workers Compensation framework.
- 3+ years' experience as a paralegal in personal injury law
- Strong NSW Workers Compensation experience – essential
- Experience with statutory benefit disputes and/or PIC matters
- A good understanding of the NSW Workers Compensation claims and dispute pathway
- Exposure to work capacity decisions, s60, s66 and s78 disputes and IRO funding
- Excellent drafting and written communication skills
- Strong organisation and attention to detail
- The ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines
- Confidence communicating directly with clients and external stakeholders
- Experience with legal practice management systems – Smokeball preferred
- A genuine interest in developing your career within personal injury law
How to Apply
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Alternatively, you can contact
Natalia Patel on (02) 8358 8060 or natalia.patel@engagepersonnel.com.au for a confidential chat.
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