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Special Counsel - Senior Personal Injury Practice Lead

Special Counsel - Senior Personal Injury Practice Lead

ClearCompanyCanberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
5 days ago
Job description

Special Counsel - Senior Personal Injury Practice Lead

Sydney CBD | Forward-Thinking Plaintiff Firm | Equity Opportunity

Connected People – Legal Recruitment is partnering with a dynamic and rapidly growing plaintiff personal injury law firm in the Sydney CBD to recruit a Personal Injury Practice Lead . This is a unique and career-defining opportunity for a Senior Counsel or Partner-level legal professional with a strong background in personal injury law.

The Opportunity

Our client is a modern and progressive plaintiff firm experiencing significant growth. As the Personal Injury Practice Led, you will play a dual role :

  • 50% of your time will be focused on managing and mentoring a high-performing legal team, driving operational efficiency, supervising the progress of claims and complex matters, and developing best-practice procedures.
  • The remaining 50% will involve active engagement in legal work on significant matters, leveraging your expertise to deliver outstanding client outcomes.

This role is ideal for a leader who thrives on driving improvement, empowering people, and shaping a forward-thinking legal culture.

Who You Are

We’re looking for a high-calibre legal practitioner who brings :

  • 10+ years of experience working in a mixed plaintiff personal injury practice
  • Previous team leadership experience, ideally overseeing a large team of lawyers or legal professionals
  • A strategic, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to lead with integrity and empathy
  • A collaborative, modern approach to legal practice and people management
  • Why Join?

  • Join a firm on a fast growth trajectory , with a bold vision and innovative mindset
  • Highly competitive salary package , plus performance bonuses
  • Genuine equity opportunity after a qualifying period
  • Flexible, supportive work environment with a focus on culture and team wellbeing
  • A rewarding role with more emphasis on managing files and teams than personal caseloads
  • This is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to influence the next phase of a highly ambitious firm, lead from the front, and be part of something truly rewarding.

    How to Apply

    If you're a seasoned legal leader ready to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Kim Turnbull on 0458 553 164 or [email protected] for a confidential discussion. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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