Acting Litigation Specialist - Wpi

Allianz Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Hybrid work arrangements

Career development

Job summary

Allianz Australia seeks an Acting Litigation Specialist to manage workers’ compensation and Whole Person Impairment claims in NSW. You will advise on legal claims and strategic matters, and design training programs to develop team knowledge.

The role requires collaboration with senior stakeholders, regulatory understanding, and the ability to settle matters within approved authority. This Sydney-based 12-month contract supports a learning-focused culture and meaningful work.

Qualifications

• Extensive industry experience (more than 5 years) with time managing complex technical and legal claims, ideally within a heavily regulated environment.
• Ability to interpret and analyse complex information, extract meaningful insights, and evaluate options for decision-making.
• Ability to make independent and collaborative decisions in both expected and unexpected situations, taking responsibility for the consequences of those decisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialised management to the business employers and agencies concerning legal and Whole Person Impairment claims and expert advice on legal claims, Whole Person Impairment claims, and strategic claims management.
• Design and deliver training programs and workshops to enhance the knowledge and skills of team members, promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Manage assigned claims involving litigation and settle within authority. Direct or conduct additional investigation when required and negotiate the settlement of litigated matters.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with panel solicitors, employers, and agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration on litigated matters.
• Ensure all regulatory guidelines, contractual requirements, and financial outcomes are met in relation to Whole Person Impairment matters

Skills

Legal analysis

Stakeholder management

Litigation management

Regulatory compliance

Job description

ACTING LITIGATION SPECIALIST - WPI – SYDNEY – 12 MONTH CONTRACT

At Allianz, we’re proud to be named one of the Best Workplaces in Australia 2025 and a Great Place to Work. As a leading global insurance and asset management brand, we prioritise care for our customers, the planet, and each other. We hire the very best people to further our commitment to caring and securing the future for our customers.

We offer an inclusive workplace where everyone feels like they belong, while promoting a culture of lifelong learning, development, and global mobility. Join us and share your ideas, be inspired, give back to the community and feel proud to be a part of an organisation doing meaningful work that matters while supporting sustainability, mental health, and well-being.

Let’s care for tomorrow, so we can create a better future together, for everyone.

About the role

• Provide specialised management to the business employers and agencies concerning legal and Whole Person Impairment claims and expert advice on legal claims, Whole Person Impairment claims, and strategic claims management.
• Design and deliver training programs and workshops to enhance the knowledge and skills of team members, promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Manage assigned claims involving litigation and settle within authority. Direct or conduct additional investigation when required and negotiate the settlement of litigated matters.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with panel solicitors, employers, and agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration on litigated matters.
• Ensure all regulatory guidelines, contractual requirements, and financial outcomes are met in relation to Whole Person Impairment matters

About you

• Extensive industry experience (more than 5 years) with time managing complex technical and legal claims, ideally within a heavily regulated environment.
• Ability to interpret and analyse complex information, extract meaningful insights, and evaluate options for decision-making.
• Ability to make independent and collaborative decisions in both expected and unexpected situations, taking responsibility for the consequences of those decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to partner and collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders, establishing strong professional relationships and influencing outcomes.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency within the NSW Workers Compensation scheme.
• Demonstrated understanding of strategy development and working with multiple stakeholders, aligning departmental strategy with organisational vision, and translating vision to action to achieve desired results.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of communicating with audiences at all levels with clarity, impact, and influence.
• A passion for leveraging emerging technologies to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Benefits and perks

• Inclusive Culture: Join a supportive, open-minded team focused on customer outcomes, bringing your authentic self to work every day!
• Work-life balance: Enjoy our flexible, hybrid work arrangements, and tailored workplace adjustments, where possible.
• Career Development: Access mentoring, development and global mobility opportunities for growth and success, including access to over 10,000 learning resources.
• Financial and Well-being Perks: Enjoy discounts on Allianz products, retail, tech, and travel, plus financial wellness initiatives and the Employee Share Purchase Program- own a piece of your employer!
• For more details about our benefits, visit the Allianz Careers site.

About Allianz Group

Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us.

At Allianz, we stand for unity: we believe that a united world is a more prosperous world, and we are dedicated to consistently advocating for equal opportunities for all. And the foundation for this is our inclusive workplace, where people and performance both matter and nurtures a culture grounded in integrity, fairness, inclusion and trust.

We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability or sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations.

Adjustments and support

If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to [e-mail] for a confidential conversation.