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In-house Worker's Compensation Lawyer - Adelaide, Australia - Your People Solutions
Description
$140,000 – $179,999 per year plus bonusesDo work that matters Highly sort after In-house legal role, High profile organisation, no more billable hours
Strong Salary packaging with bonuses with a great team environment.
Wellbeing programs and resources available
Genuinely flexible working arrangementsIn-house Lawyer Worker's Compensation
Our client is seeking an experienced In-house lawyer that will report to the Executive Manager Managing Partner in the Worker's Compensation team.
You will manage a portfolio of claims with the purpose of achieving safe, fast and durable return-to-work outcomes for injured workers and their line managers within the relevant legal requirements.
The Case Manager will achieve this by:
Our client is seeking an intelligent and well-organised lawyer to join a high-performing legal team.
You will work with a group of experienced in-house lawyers who are all friendly and easy to work with.
We are seeking someone with:
2-5 years PQE
Making all relevant determinations (decisions) on claims as per the applicable legislative requirements;
Obtaining and examining all relevant information concerning the injured worker and their claim;
Implementing and managing effective rehabilitation programs with the view to safe, durable and timely return to work outcomes;
Devising and implementing an effective strategic plan;
Demonstrating compliance with the organisation's processes and the applicable legal framework; and
Informing and engaging all relevant parties in the process and plan implementation.
Make decisions under statute.
Manage the provision of legal and policy advice to ensure legal and policy issues are professionally addressed to meet stakeholder needs and legislative requirements.
Interpret, communicate and explain complex legal issues for the Commission and prepare documents to provide guidance on the legal implications of decisions and actions.
Provide expert advice, recommendations and solutions on statutory interpretation and administrative law issuesManage, lead and negotiate outcomes with the parties to disputes and their representatives, and apply appropriate dispute resolution approaches,
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with approved lawyers to ensure the achievement of objectives, compliance and optimal service delivery
Undertake legal and policy research and analysis and provide recommendations and develop solutions on complex matters.
Your Responsibilities
Conduct initial contact on claims to determine the rehabilitation and other support required for the injured worker and the information needed to determine the organisation's liability for the worker's injury
Initiate and coordinate activities to engage appropriate support (including early intervention if required) for the worker and their line manager
Co-ordinate activities to obtain information from all relevant parties for determination of the Organisation's liability and to formulate a proactive strategic plan
Record information (electronic and hard copy file) within the relevant timeframes
Advise relevant parties (verbally and in writing) of the claims process and their legal obligations, and responsibilities relevant to the case
Engage the worker, line manager and other relevant parties (including a Rehabilitation Provider) in the management of the case as appropriate
Participate in case conferences as required
Conduct regular case reviews to ensure the strategic plan remains the most appropriate
Determining liability in accordance with theSafety, Rehabilitation and Compensation (SRC) Act1988and all subsequent determinations for compensation
Regular review of claim status and liability to ensurethe correct or preferable decisionis maintained
Participate in ongoing learning to ensure up-to-date legislation and best practice is used to manage cases
Carry out tasks in accordance with the organisation's EEO and OH&S principles and practices and the Statement of Professional Practice
Case management of all workers' compensation claims within the portfolio, according to defined processes and the relevant legislation
Approve all payments relevant to the case, within delegated authority
Escalation of the case to specialist advisers according to defined processes
Represent the Organisation at external forums and to external authorities (ie: conciliations, compensation tribunals etc), where required
Suiting candidates at both the Associate and Senior Associate level, the successful applicant will be required to work on a range of matters reporting to the lead Partner and working autonomously whenever appropriate.
The successful applicant will work on everything from:
As a valued member of the team, you will have:Workers' Compensation expertise relevant to the jurisdiction
Maintain legislative competence through ongoing development, learning and training
Accreditation relevant to the jurisdiction to manage workers' compensation claims and coordinate return to work/rehabilitation functions
High skill level of communication
Conflict resolution skills and ability to Problem Solve
Excellent communication, negotiation and drafting skills;
An ability to work to tight timeframes, collaboratively and at times autonomously; and
Opportunity to provide service excellence and make a real difference for our clients;
Regular in-house training, team events and recognition;
Health and well-being initiatives; and
an inclusive, positive, and rewarding environment.
All discussions will be in strict confidence, and your CV details will not be passed to any third party or prospective employer until instructed by you.
Your application will include the following questions:
How many years' experience do you have in property law?
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How many years' experience do you have as a Workers Compensation Lawyer?
Do you have experience in a role which requires relationship management experience?
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