Manager Scheme Legal

3 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia ReturnToWorkSA Full time

Join to apply for the Manager Scheme Legal role at ReturnToWorkSA.

Robert Walters is proud to be partnering exclusively with ReturnToWorkSA to recruit a pivotal leadership role within their Legal Services division. This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned legal professional to manage strategic litigation and contribute to the integrity and sustainability of South Australia\'s ReturnTo Work scheme.

About ReturnToWorkSA

ReturnToWorkSA\'s purpose is to empower and support South Australians impacted by work injury.

ReturnToWorkSA\'s services, and those delivered by its claims agents, provide early intervention to workers and employers following a work injury to promote recovery and return to work.

ReturnToWorkSA collects premium from registered employers and manages its invested funds to ensure the Return to Work scheme remains financially viable and in a position to provide quality support and services to injured workers and employers.

In addition to its role as an insurer, ReturnToWorkSA is the regulator of the Scheme, protecting integrity and fairness by monitoring and enforcing compliance with the Return to Work Act 2014 (SA) and providing education and support about the health benefits of work.

About the Role

The Manager Scheme Legal will oversee the management of significant legal cases with Scheme-wide impact, provide expert legal advice on complex legislative matters, and manage the Scheme Legal Team, which is a small, high-performing legal team that sits within Legal Services. This role is central to maintaining the Scheme\'s legal boundaries and ensuring its long-term viability.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and report on significant legal cases.
  • Provide legal advice on legal risks, trends, and legislative interpretation.
  • Manage the Scheme Legal team.
  • Assist in maintaining relationships with key legal and regulatory bodies.
  • Contribute to legislative updates and regulatory compliance.
About You

You will have:

  • A Bachelor of Laws, a current Practising Certificate and at least 5 years PAE.
  • Extensive experience in South Australian workers compensation and dispute management.
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
  • Deep understanding of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks.
Why join ReturnToWorkSA?

Experience a workplace culture that rewards your contribution and provides the development and support to help you reach your potential. ReturnToWorkSA is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where its people can genuinely make a difference to the lives of South Australians impacted by work injuries.

At ReturnToWorkSA, you can expect a range of benefits including:

  • Working in a friendly, collegiate environment with workers compensation specialists from various fields.
  • Flexible work options, including working from home.
  • Modern offices with excellent amenities in the Adelaide CBD.
  • Access to a broad range of wellbeing seminars, webinars and information sessions
  • a free onsite gym and bike storage
  • annual vaccinations, skin checks and seasonal fruit
  • discounted corporate private health insurance
  • a proactive EAP provider.
  • Access to learning and development programs to enhance your personal and professional skill set and career development.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.

To apply please click apply or call Phoebe Garrett on 02 8289 3134 for a confidential discussion.

Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Legal
Industries
  • Insurance
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