Workers' Comp Defense Associate | Hybrid Work & Growth

Hickson Lawyers; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Parental leave

Education assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Novated leasing

Job summary

Hicksons | Hunt & Hunt | Holman Webb's Sydney Workers Compensation team is seeking an experienced Associate/Senior Associate to join a collaborative, high-performing practice. You will represent employers and insurers across the full spectrum of workplace injuries.

You'll bring 3+ years' pqe in defendant workers compensation or insurance litigation, plus strong technical capabilities and client-focused advisory skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' post-qualification experience within defendant workers compensation or insurance litigation.
• Defendant experience within a well-regarded practice.
• Strong technical capability across liability, quantum, and litigation strategy.
• Experience managing matters and delivering practical, commercially focused advice to clients.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish trusted client relationships.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to mentoring, knowledge sharing and team success.
• Willingness to participate in knowledge sharing and business development activities to enhance your skills.
• A growth mindset and desire to progress your career within a supportive and ambitious team.

Skills

WC/insurance litigation

Defendant experience

Litigation strategy

Matter management

Communication

Collaboration

Business development

Growth mindset

Job description

Hicksons | Hunt & Hunt | Holman Webb's Sydney Workers Compensation team is seeking an experienced Associate/Senior Associate to join a collaborative, high-performing practice. You will represent employers and insurers across the full spectrum of workplace injuries.

You'll bring 3+ years' pqe in defendant workers compensation or insurance litigation, plus strong technical capabilities and client-focused advisory skills.