Litigation Specialist - Workers' Comp & Disputes (Hybrid)

icare; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible working

Subsidised gym memberships

wellbeing programs

Annual health checks

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Recognition through People Awards

Social purpose organisation

Job summary

icare is seeking an experienced Litigation Specialist to lead complex workers' compensation disputes and related litigation, advising on strategy and policy across NSW. The role combines hybrid office work in Sydney with flexible arrangements and high-stakes matters affecting injured workers and employers.

You will manage pre-litigation and litigious matters, collaborate with external solicitors and internal stakeholders, and help drive continuous improvement while upholding legislative

Qualifications

• Extensive litigation, dispute resolution, personal injury, or workers' compensation experience.
• Strong knowledge of workers' compensation legislation and insurance-related claims.
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Analytical, with the ability to interpret complex information and make sound decisions.
• Customer-focused with a track record of achieving positive outcomes.
• Experience working with legal providers and managing complex disputes.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex pre-litigation and litigated workers compensation matters.
• Develop and implement dispute resolution and litigation strategies.
• Partner with Claims Service Providers, legal representatives and internal stakeholders to drive outcomes.
• Review liability decisions and support dispute resolution.
• Oversee external legal providers and monitor performance.
• Provide expert advice on emerging legal trends and risks.
• Prepare position papers and contribute to policy and legislative reviews.
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements, quality standards and targets.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and share knowledge across the team.

Education

Admission as a legal practitioner in NSW

Job description

icare is seeking an experienced Litigation Specialist to lead complex workers' compensation disputes and related litigation, advising on strategy and policy across NSW. The role combines hybrid office work in Sydney with flexible arrangements and high-stakes matters affecting injured workers and employers.

You will manage pre-litigation and litigious matters, collaborate with external solicitors and internal stakeholders, and help drive continuous improvement while upholding legislative