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Senior Personal Injury Paralegal - Workers Compensation | ParramattaEngage Personnel • Sydney CBD, NSW, AU
Senior Personal Injury Paralegal - Workers Compensation | Parramatta

Senior Personal Injury Paralegal - Workers Compensation | Parramatta

Engage Personnel • Sydney CBD, NSW, AU
10 days ago
Job description

Our client is a well-established and expanding personal injury practice with a strong reputation for providing high-quality legal support to injured workers. The team is collaborative, professional and genuinely committed to achieving positive outcomes for clients.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal who enjoys being hands-on, wants ownership of their files and is looking to work alongside experienced practitioners in a supportive environment.

You'll play a key role in supporting solicitors across a busy portfolio of NSW statutory Workers Compensation matters, with exposure to matters from initial instructions through to resolution and Personal Injury Commission proceedings.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing and progressing a portfolio of NSW Workers Compensation files
  • Assisting solicitors with case strategy and matter progression
  • Preparing applications, submissions, statements and supporting documentation
  • Drafting correspondence and letters of instruction to medical and other experts
  • Preparing applications to the Personal Injury Commission (PIC)
  • Reviewing insurer responses, dispute notices and other relevant documentation
  • Reviewing medical records, clinical evidence, employer material and expert reports
  • Assisting clients to challenge decisions regarding weekly benefits, medical expenses and other entitlements
  • Progressing permanent impairment claims
  • Preparing applications for funding through the Independent Review Office (IRO)
  • Liaising directly with injured workers and keeping clients updated throughout their matters
  • Communicating with treating doctors, medico-legal experts, insurers and employers
  • Managing deadlines and ensuring matters are progressed efficiently and accurately

Why You'll Love This Opportunity
The firm places a genuine focus on mentoring, development and progression, with support available for those looking to pursue admission and continue their legal career.

  • Join a growing and highly regarded personal injury practice
  • Work closely with experienced personal injury lawyers and an Accredited Specialist
  • Hands-on exposure to NSW Workers Compensation disputes and PIC matters
  • Genuine mentorship and ongoing professional development
  • Structured support and clear performance expectations
  • A collaborative, supportive and high-performing team environment
  • Genuine career progression opportunities
  • Support for paralegals pursuing admission and beyond
  • Competitive remuneration based on experience
  • Staff rewards and recognition program
  • Study leave
  • Referral and incentive bonuses

About You
We're looking for someone who already has a strong foundation in personal injury law and is confident working within the NSW Workers Compensation framework.

  • 3+ years' experience as a paralegal in personal injury law
  • Strong NSW Workers Compensation experience – essential
  • Experience with statutory benefit disputes and/or PIC matters
  • A good understanding of the NSW Workers Compensation claims and dispute pathway
  • Exposure to work capacity decisions, s60, s66 and s78 disputes and IRO funding
  • Excellent drafting and written communication skills
  • Strong organisation and attention to detail
  • The ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines
  • Confidence communicating directly with clients and external stakeholders
  • Experience with legal practice management systems – Smokeball preferred
  • A genuine interest in developing your career within personal injury law

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please submit your resume through the APPLY button.

Alternatively, you can contact Natalia Patel on (02) 8358 8060 or natalia.patel@engagepersonnel.com.au for a confidential chat.

Not quite what you’re looking for? Please touch base, as we have many more opportunities that are not advertised.

All communication will be strictly confidential

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Senior Personal Injury Paralegal - Workers Compensation | Parramatta • Sydney CBD, NSW, AU

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