Litigation Specialist

5 days ago


Newcastle Maitland Hunter, Australia Allianz Australia Insurance Ltd Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

LITIGATION SPECIALIST - WPI – GOVERNMENT SERVICES - CHARLESTOWN

At Allianz, we're proud to be named one of the Best Workplaces in Australia 2025 and a Great Place to Work. As a leading global insurance and asset management brand, we prioritise care for our customers, the planet, and each other. We hire the very best people to further our commitment to caring and securing the future for our customers.

We offer an inclusive workplace where everyone feels like they belong, while promoting a culture of lifelong learning, development, and global mobility. Join us and share your ideas, be inspired, give back to the community and feel proud to be a part of an organisation doing meaningful work that matters while supporting sustainability, mental health, and well-being.

Let's care for tomorrow, so we can create a better future together, for everyone.

About the role

  • Provide specialised management to the Government Services business concerning legal and Whole Person Impairment claims and expert advice to the Government Services business on legal claims, Whole Person Impairment claims, and strategic claims management.
  • Design and deliver training programs and workshops to enhance the knowledge and skills of team members, promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Manage assigned claims involving litigation and settle within authority. Direct or conduct additional investigation when required and negotiate the settlement of litigated matters.
  • Establish and maintain strong working relationships with panel solicitors, employers, and agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration on litigated matters.
  • Ensure all regulatory guidelines, contractual requirements, and financial outcomes are met in relation to Whole Person Impairment matters

About you

  • Extensive experience (more than 5 years) in managing complex legal claims, ideally within a heavily regulated industry.
  • Ability to interpret and analyse complex information, extract meaningful insights, and evaluate options for decision-making.
  • Ability to make independent and collaborative decisions in both expected and unexpected situations, taking responsibility for the consequences of those decisions.
  • Demonstrated ability to partner and collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders, establishing strong professional relationships and influencing outcomes.
  • Demonstrated technical proficiency within the NSW Workers Compensation scheme.
  • Demonstrated understanding of strategy development and working with multiple stakeholders, aligning departmental strategy with organisational vision, and translating vision to action to achieve desired results.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of communicating with audiences at all levels with clarity, impact, and influence.
  • A passion for leveraging emerging technologies to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Benefits and perks

  • Inclusive Culture: Join a supportive, open-minded team focused on customer outcomes, bringing your authentic self to work every day
  • Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible and remote work options and workplace adjustments, with support for your work/life balance.
  • Career Development: Access mentoring, development and global mobility opportunities for growth and success, including access to over 10,000 learning resources.
  • Financial and Well-being Perks: Enjoy discounts on Allianz products, retail, tech, and travel, plus financial wellness initiatives and the Employee Share Purchase Program- own a piece of your employer
  • For more details about our benefits, visit the Allianz Careers site.

About our culture

We care about everything that makes you, you. We believe in a workplace that celebrates inclusion and equal opportunity, where people of all genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations and abilities are not only welcomed but valued for the unique perspectives and talents they bring to work.  We're committed to fostering an environment where everyone belongs and can thrive and reach their fullest potential.

Adjustments and support

If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to for a confidential conversation.

Join us. Let's care for tomorrow.


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