Senior Associate, Defendant CTP — NSW/ACT (Hybrid)

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

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.