Award winning Australian private practice A firm with a strong reputation for having an authentic and inclusive culture Flexibility to balance working from home and the officeAbout the Company Lander & Rogers is a leading independent law firm, with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Canberra and global reach. Our focus is on innovating the client experience and leading change in legal service delivery.We are also committed to supporting our communities through our pro bono work.About the Role Our team is growing and we have an opportunity for aSenior Associate or Special Counselto join our Compensation Law group.An opportunity to join Australia's most experienced compensation law practice, acting for WorkSafe Victoria within the Victorian workers' compensation scheme.ResponsibilitiesEnd-to-end management of a portfolio of mattersClient alignment and service, including client strategy reviewsReviewing medical and other expert materialLiaising with employers and witnessesResearching and providing legal analysisRunning all aspects of litigation including instructing at CourtEngaging with workers' representatives, Courts, counsel, doctors, experts and other stakeholdersPreparing letters of adviceAppearing at Court, conferences and mediationsRetaining and building businessSupervising and mentoring lawyers to assist with their developmentWorking in partnership with senior practitioners and other team membersAbout You8+ years' PAE with a primary focus on Victorian Workers' Compensation (WorkSafe) mattersSubstantial experience across both common law damages and statutory benefitsDemonstrated experience acting for statutory authority clients, with a strong understanding of WorkSafe processes, expectations and decision‐making frameworksDefendant‐side workers' compensation experience essential; this role is not suited to candidates from plaintiff‐only practiceStrong capability to operate as a trusted adviser, including at a senior stakeholder levelTAC experience valued but not essentialDemonstrated leadership capability, including supervision and mentoring of junior lawyers within a specialist compensation practiceCulture People choose Landers for our down‐to‐earth, collaborative and supportive culture. We invest in our people and empower them to bring their best selves to work, both personally and professionally. We promote a diverse and inclusive environment with a strong focus on wellbeing, leadership and development.Lander & Rogers offers a range of benefits to encourage professional development and ongoing learning, connection with colleagues, staying healthy and community involvement.We value our people and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy, balanced and fulfilled lifestyle, some of our benefits include:Hybrid work:work flexibly between home and the office with the freedom to choose the location that is best for you, your clients, and your teamAdditional leave:take a moment to stop, reflect and reenergise each year with up to five weeks of paid annual leave plus an annual wellness dayHome office, fitness & wellness allowance:receive an annual $250 allowance in return for remote office equipment, fitness, and/or wellness expenseTech discounts:access corporate discounts on DELL computer products to have the latest personal gadgets at your disposal#J-18808-Ljbffr