Lawyer | Work and Road | Newcastle

Slater and Gordon Lawyers are a leading personal injury and class actions law firm where every member of our team has a shared passion for our clients we are people caring for people. Our commitment to our people includes offering genuine work-life balance, with a hybrid work environment allowing them to split their time between home and the office. We recognise and reward high performance and have outstanding employee benefits including a week of shutdown leave, paid parental leave, extra-long service leave, together with various ongoing learning and professional development opportunities. Employees covered by our Enterprise Agreement, will also enjoy access to additional paid service leave, a confirmed 1 July salary increase, an annual wellness reimbursement, career development opportunities, and much more.What are we looking for?Join Our Growing Workers Compensation & Personal Injury Team – Newcastle, NSW (Permanent Full-Time)Are you an experienced Personal Injury Lawyer looking to take the next step in your career with a dynamic and supportive team? We are a growing law firm in Newcastle, specialising in Workers Compensation and Common Law Personal Injury Claims arising from workplace injuries. This permanent, full-time opportunity will see you working within a well-established and respected practice that puts people first – both clients and colleagues. Our clients often face significant challenges after a workplace injury. Our team of passionate and skilled lawyers understands the complexities of recovery, both physical and legal. We support our clients with care, flexibility, and a commitment to securing the compensation they deserve, so they can focus on their recovery while we focus on the law. About The Role You will be part of a close-knit team specialising in Workers Compensation and Common Law claims, with a strong focus on client care and legal excellence. This is an excellent opportunity to deepen your expertise in personal injury law and build a long-term career within a growing practice. You can expect mentoring, guidance, and real opportunities for advancement. You’ll also be encouraged to take initiative and grow your own profile, with support every step of the way. What You Can ExpectA permanent, full-time role in a respected and expanding legal teamExposure to District Court and Supreme Court mattersOngoing mentoring and career development opportunitiesA supportive and collaborative team cultureThe chance to make your mark in a growing practiceOpportunities to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholdersKey ResponsibilitiesManaging a busy and varied personal injury file load (primarily Workers Compensation matters)Providing clear, concise, and commercially sound legal adviceLiaising with clients with empathy, professionalism, and carePreparing legal correspondence and documentationInstructing Counsel in hearingsAttending Registrar’s calloversActively contributing to business development and practice growthWhat will you bring?Minimum 3+ years post-admission experience, preferably in personal injury lawA genuine interest in Workers Compensation and Common Law work injury claimsStrong advocacy, drafting, and communication skillsThe ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholdersExcellent time management and organisational skillsA proactive attitude and ability to work both independently and as part of a teamWhat next?If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly to Slater and Gordon. We prefer to talk with you personally and are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies. To be eligible for this position, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident, or hold a valid visa with full and unrestricted working rights in Australia. Proof of work rights will be required as part of the Slater and Gordon application process.Acknowledgement of CountrySlater and Gordon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations peoples today.Diversity + InclusionSlater and Gordon is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and ensures equal opportunities for all. Slater and Gordon is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected attributes. We understand that everyone has different needs. If you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.