Insurance & Risk Advisor

Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council organization is seeking an Insurance & Risk Advisor to manage insurance claims and advise on the insurance portfolio. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in general insurance and a relevant qualification. This role offers a salary of $100,738 - $115,439 p.a., a 35-hour work week, and various staff benefits. Closing date for applications is 06/10/2025.

Benefits

Flexibility through Flex leave provisions

Health program including free vaccinations

Generous learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in general insurance and complex claim management.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge in managing disputed claims.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage insurance claims for all classes of risk.
• Review and advise on all aspects of Council's insurance portfolio.
• Implement best practice risk management strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Investigation skills

Risk assessment

Education

Certificate IV or Diploma in relevant qualification

Tertiary qualifications in risk management

Job description

Overview

Insurance & Risk Advisor

SALARY: $100,738 - 115,439 p.a. + Super + Leaseback or Vehicle Allowance

Work Type: Permanent Full Time

Location: Oran Park Administration Building - 70 Central Avenue, Oran Park 2570

• Enjoy a 35-hour working week
• Flexibility through Flex leave provisions and hybrid work arrangements
• Health program including free flu vaccinations, skin checks and health and wellbeing leave options
• Ample free parking
• Central location with a modern building with latest technology
• Join an organisation committed to offering and supporting professional career development

Come join an organisation with endless opportunities, where people choose to work because they are inspired by the chance to shape, influence and grow a community.

An opportunity has arisen to join Council's Safety and Risk Branch in the position of Insurance & Liability Advisor. Supported by the Senior Risk advisor you will be responsible for the coordination and management of insurance claims for all classes of risk including public liability, motor vehicle and property. You will also review and advise on all aspects of Council's insurance portfolio and implement best practice risk management strategies.

Don\'t miss out on being part of something great by joining an evolving, rapidly growing, adaptive and innovative organisation.

What We Offer

We are committed to offering and supporting development and employment opportunities to help people excel and build a lasting career. We offer generous learning and development opportunities as well as flexi time, access to employee benefits and education assistance.

We promote diversity in the workplace and have a culture that is inclusive, respectful and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all people.

As the community continues to grow, this opportunity will allow you to grow with it!

Essential

• Certificate IV or Diploma in relevant qualification and/or extensive experience in general insurance and complex claim management across multiple classes of insurance in a medium-to-large organisation
• Substantial knowledge of Local Government Act and Civil Liability Act as it applies to claims
• Expert understanding of liability risk including experience in assessing liability, and negotiating, and settling complex, litigated insurance claims
• Advanced knowledge in managing disputed claims, with experience representing at hearings and preparing materials in response to subpoena and GIPA applications
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to advise, support and communicate to a broad range of internal and external customers in relation to insurance risk
• Sound financial management including setting and monitoring budgets in the insurance environment
• Strong investigative, research and reporting skills
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated competence in risk assessment and the development and implementation of risk management policies and procedures
• Ability to confidently handle difficult customer interactions
• Demonstrated ability to apply EEO, WHS and ethical practice principles and to act with probity at all times

Desirable

• Tertiary qualifications in risk management

Further Information

Taylor Crawford, Senior Risk Advisor on [phone]

Closing Date for above position: 06/10/2025

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