Senior / Special Counsel – Personal Injury
Sunshine Coast | Leadership Opportunity | Quality-Focused Practice
If you are an experienced Personal Injury Lawyer ready to step into a role where your voice is heard, your expertise is valued, and your impact is visible, this is an opportunity worth exploring.
We are partnering with a well-established, highly respected regional law firm with years of history within the Sunshine Coast region.
Known for delivering exceptional client outcomes and genuine community contribution, this firm is entering an exciting new phase of growth within its Personal Injury division.
This is not a "business as usual" senior role. This is your chance to help shape, lead, and grow a practice area with full support from leadership.
The Opportunity
You will step into a key leadership position within a growing Personal Injury team, working closely with two Directors to drive the direction of the practice.
With an existing portfolio of approximately 25-30 quality files, supported by a Junior Lawyer and Legal Secretary, this role offers the rare balance of autonomy, mentorship, and strategic influence.
This is a quality-over-quantity environment.
You will not be managing high-volume matters. Instead, the focus is on well-run files, meaningful client relationships, and strong outcomes.
What Makes This Role Different
* Genuine autonomy to lead and shape the Personal Injury division
* Direct access to decision-makers with a seat at the table
* Opportunity to mentor and develop junior talent
* A collaborative, no-red-tape environment where initiative is encouraged
* Strong foundations with real opportunity for growth and expansion
About You
* Experienced Senior Associate or Special Counsel in Personal Injury
* Confident managing files end-to-end with strong client focus
* Passionate about mentoring and developing junior lawyers
* Commercially aware with a desire to contribute to practice growth
* Accredited Specialist or working towards accreditation viewed favourably
* Additional practice area expertise is welcomed but not essential
The Environment
You will be joining a knowledgeable, down-to‐earth team that values both professionalism and personality.
The culture is warm, social, and supportive. People enjoy coming to work, and it shows.
Expect:
* A genuinely collaborative team environment
* Regular social events and team celebrations
* Strong leadership and mentoring support
* A firm that values community involvement and contributes to meaningful causes
Benefits & Flexibility
* Competitive remuneration package
* More than achievable bonus structure with strong earning potential
* Manageable billing expectations of 4-5 hours per day
* Flexible working arrangements with 1-2 days from home
* Early finish on Fridays
* Ongoing professional development and training
* Modern systems including LawMaster
* A strong support structure including a Junior Lawyer and Legal Secretary
And yes, there is a great local coffee spot that the team knows well.
Why This Role?
This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership position within a respected firm that is investing in the future of its Personal Injury practice.
If you are looking for:
* More autonomy
* A genuine leadership pathway
* A supportive and engaging team
* Work that is meaningful, not just volume-driven
This could be the right move.
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