Jobs in Australia

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.

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!

• 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

• Tertiary qualifications in risk management

Taylor Crawford, Senior Risk Advisor on (02) 4653 3667

Closing Date for above position: 06/10/2025

Position Description: For full position description details click here