About the role This is a busy role within the firm’s Insurance & Compensation practice, ideal for an experienced Associate or Senior Associate defendant personal injury lawyer, ideally with VWA panel experience, to advise on serious injury, common law claims, and appeals. Benefits In addition to a competitive market salary, enjoy flexible working arrangements, paid parental leave, professional development, novated leasing, staff recognition awards, health and wellbeing programs, as well as a range of fun social events. Duties In this role you will: Manage originating motions, damages, and statutory benefits litigation Gather and assess evidence to support case strategy Draft high-quality briefs and legal documentation Prepare and advocate at mediations and court proceedings Liaise directly with clients and handle end-to-end file management Mentor and support junior colleagues within the team Skills & experience Ideally, you will have: 3 years’ experience in Defendant or Plaintiff WorkCover matters The ability to manage your own matters with a proactive, 'can do' attitude A genuine enjoyment of busy workloads and strong client engagement The willingness to support and mentor less experienced team members Excellent organisational and communication skills with a client-focused approach About our client Our client is a leading mid-tier law firm based in Melbourne, known for its modern, progressive approach and strong team culture. With a friendly and supportive environment, the firm values individual contributions and offers a flexible workplace where you’ll be an integral part of the team. How to apply To express your interest, simply click on the Apply button. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact: M: Sharon Henderson on 0418 361 199 or Rosie Mamic on 0418 146 582 E: sharon@legalpeople.com.au or rosie@legalpeople.com.au Our Ref: 3952064r