Manager Legislation & Claims Policy

Transport Accident Commission; Geelong; Hybrid; AUD 131,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) in Victoria seeks a Manager, Legislation & Claims Policy to lead legislative and claims policy initiatives that shape how TAC operates and serves clients across the community. Based in Geelong with hybrid flexibility, you will translate strategy into action and drive reforms for lasting public benefit.

You will lead a specialist policy team, build trusted government and stakeholder partnerships, and provide strategic, practical advice across complex

Qualifications

• Experience leading legislative, regulatory or policy initiatives within a complex environment, with the ability to provide practical, strategic advice.
• Proven experience leading high-performing teams, building capability and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and growth.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence outcomes and communicate complex issues clearly across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead legislative reform and policy direction to support strategic objectives.
• Build trusted government and stakeholder partnerships to influence outcomes.
• Lead a high-performing policy and legislative specialist team.

Skills

Legislation expertise

Policy leadership

People leadership

Stakeholder influence

Job description

Manager, Legislation & Claims Policy

Employment type: Full time, fixed term role until 30th of June 2027

Location: Geelong location with flexible hybrid working

Salary: Offering a competitive base salary of circa $155,000 + superannuation and great employee benefits

When you work at the TAC, what you do matters.

At the Transport Accident Commission (TAC), our purpose is to care for the lives of everyone who travels on Victoria's roads. Every day, we contribute to better recovery outcomes for clients and safer journeys across Victoria.

As a Manager, Legislation & Claims Policy, you'll Make Every Day Matter by translating strategy into action, strengthening organisational capability, and providing the expertise and thought leadership to help us create impact.

To learn more about the TAC and our work, visit our website.

About the opportunity.

As a Manager, Legislation & Claims Policy, you'll create impact by leading critical legislative and claims policy initiatives that influence how the TAC operates, supports its clients and responds to emerging challenges, while helping drive reforms that deliver lasting benefit for the Victorian community.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead Legislative Reform & Policy Direction:

Drive the TAC's legislative and claims policy agenda, leading key reforms and policy improvements that support strategic objectives and better outcomes for clients.

• Build Trusted Government & Stakeholder Partnerships

Develop strong relationships across government and the TAC, providing advice and influencing outcomes on complex legislative and policy matters.

• Lead a High-Performing Specialist Team

Lead, coach and develop a team of policy and legislative professionals, fostering a collaborative culture and delivering high-quality outcomes.

About the Team

This role sits with in the Legislation and Privacy Branch in the Community Division. The Community division is committed to engaging, educating, and influencing the Victorian community, stakeholders, and our people to ensure the TAC is trusted, empowers our people, fosters a safety-first road culture, and supports delivery of the best outcomes for our clients.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Legislation and Privacy, you will be supported by a highly collaborative leader who values diverse perspectives and encourages fresh thinking. The team is dedicated to driving innovation, continuous improvement, and the delivery of practical, outcome-focused solutions.

What you'll bring.

• Legislative & Policy Expertise:

Experience leading legislative, regulatory or policy initiatives within a complex environment, with the ability to provide practical, strategic advice.

• People Leadership & Team Development

Proven experience leading high-performing teams, building capability and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and growth.

• Stakeholder Influence & Communication:

Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence outcomes and communicate complex issues clearly across all levels.

Why work at the TAC.

• See the impact you create. Influence how TAC performs by shaping decisions,
• strengthening capability and shaping organisational change.
• Be recognised for what you contribute. Work alongside leaders and teams across TAC, bringing expertise, judgement, and constructive challenge where it matters most.
• Grow your capability. Build your expertise through meaningful work, challenging
• opportunities, and continuous learning, and grow your career in a culture that encourages improvement and curiosity.
• Take pride in work that matters. Build a long-term career with one of Victoria’s most trusted public insurers where your work creates meaningful organisational impact.
• Be rewarded for great work. We offer a range of employee benefits to support your wellbeing, career and life outside of work.

A safe and inclusive place to work.

At the TAC, we're committed to building a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and able to perform at their best. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our organisation and help us create better outcomes for all Victorians. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse communities, women, gender-diverse people, and members of the LGBTIQ+ community.

Child safety.

At the TAC, we are committed to the safety of children and young people. For more information regarding our commitment to child safety, please visit website.

This role will require you to have a valid Working with Children Check.

Ready to Make Every Day Matter?

If we can do anything to help make applying for this role easier, or you have an adjustment request, please let our Talent Acquisition Team know at [e-mail]. If over the phone is better for you, our number is 03 9300 0501.

For more information, read the attached Position Description, or contact Nicola McLennan (Talent Acquisition Specialist), at [e-mail] for a confidential discussion.

Applications for this role close at 11:55pm, on Tuesday the 27th of October.