Medico-Legal Advisor | Hybrid & Flexible Work

MDA National Insurance; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Income protection insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 24/7

Paid parental leave

Job summary

MDA National Insurance is seeking an experienced Medico-Legal Advisor to support doctors with expert advice on ethical, regulatory, practice and risk matters. You will engage with members across a range of medico-legal topics and contribute to publications and webinars.

The role involves public speaking, writing for members, and collaborating with multiple teams to ensure high-quality, consistent guidance. Hybrid working arrangements are available across Australia.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in law (preferred) and/or medicine or related field.
• Experience in medico-legal, health law, clinical risk, or compliance roles.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong written and spoken communication, including publications and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Participate in medico-legal phone roster and respond to member inquiries.
• Provide clear, empathetic guidance on subpoenas, ethics, and patient matters.
• Draft statements and responses to complaints for member review.
• Identify and manage risk, flag high-risk members, and liaise with Underwriting when needed.
• Contribute to webinars, publications, and internal knowledge resources.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent high-quality advice.
• Participate in committees and after-hours support as required.

Skills

Medico-legal knowledge

Public speaking

Effective communication

Education

Law degree

Job description

MDA National Insurance is seeking an experienced Medico-Legal Advisor to support doctors with expert advice on ethical, regulatory, practice and risk matters. You will engage with members across a range of medico-legal topics and contribute to publications and webinars.

The role involves public speaking, writing for members, and collaborating with multiple teams to ensure high-quality, consistent guidance. Hybrid working arrangements are available across Australia.