Senior Associate | CTP | 6+ PAE | Sydney or Newcastle

Gorilla Jobs; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Up to $500 equipment allowance

Up to 26 weeks parental leave

Learning & development programs

Breakfast provided

Job summary

Gorilla Jobs is seeking a Senior Associate to lead a defendant CTP portfolio across NSW and ACT, based in Sydney or Newcastle with hybrid working. You will develop the lawyers in the team and manage a high‑stakes caseload.

Required 6+ years of PAE in personal injury with strong defendant CTP experience, an unrestricted NSW practising certificate, and autonomous file management. You will advise insurers, negotiate, and mentor others while contributing to the firm's strategic goals.

Qualifications

• 6+ years PAE in personal injury with strong defendant CTP experience.
• Unrestricted NSW practising certificate.
• Solid knowledge of NSW CTP scheme under Motor Accident Injuries Act 2017.
• Ability to manage complex files independently.
• Clear, concise writing and team focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead senior portfolio of defendant CTP claims from notification to resolution.
• Advise insurer clients on liability, quantum and strategy.
• Lead negotiations and brief counsel when required.
• Supervise, review and mentor lawyers and associates.
• Build strong relationships with insurer clients and team outcomes.

Skills

Defendant CTP

Personal Injury

Legal Writing

Stakeholder Management

Job description

Senior Associate | CTP | 6+ PAE | Sydney or Newcastle

Our client, a national firm with an established statutory insurance team, is looking for a Senior Associate to lead defendant CTP matters across NSW and the ACT. You can be based in Sydney or Newcastle, with hybrid working and the backing of a strong, well-structured practice.

Why you'll love it here

• $150,000 - $190,000 + super, depending on experience
• Hybrid and flexible working, with a home IT setup and up to $500 towards equipment
• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave and flexible leave options
• Learning and development programs, plus genuine reward and recognition
• Free daily breakfast, regular social events and an inclusive culture
• Your choice of base: Sydney or Newcastle

About the role

You will run a senior portfolio of defendant CTP claims and play a key role in developing the lawyers in the team.

• Manage complex defendant CTP files from notification through to resolution
• Advise insurer clients on liability, quantum and claims strategy
• Lead negotiations and dispute resolution, and brief counsel where required
• Supervise, review and mentor lawyers and associates
• Build strong relationships with insurer clients and contribute to team outcomes

What you'll bring

• 6+ years PAE in personal injury, with strong defendant CTP experience
• Unrestricted NSW practising certificate
• Sound knowledge of the NSW CTP scheme under the Motor Accident Injuries Act 2017
• Confidence running complex files independently
• Clear, concise writing, strong judgement and a team-focused approach