Manager Scheme Legal

2 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia ReturnToWorkSA Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

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.

This role will be a fixed-term contract for 3 years.

Manager Scheme Legal PD - July

The total remuneration package will be commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications, skills and experience.

About You:

  • A Bachelor of Law, 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.

Further information

Candidates will also be assessed based on their ability to demonstrate personal and professional alignment with ReturnToWorkSA's organisational values which are critical to our success: We care about people and sustainability; We are inclusive and innovative; We listen to understand; and We own our actions.

How to apply

Please submit your application directly to Robert Walters via Manager Scheme Legal Job in Adelaide SA - SEEK, addressed to Phoebe Garrett, Manager Legal, Risk, Compliance & Internal Audit, by 9.00am on Monday 1 September 2025. If you would like to discuss the position further, Phoebe can be contacted on

Please note shortlisting and interviewing for this role will commence immediately so we strongly encourage all candidates to put forward your applications as soon as possible. The role may close early if a preferred candidate is identified.

Inclusion and acceptance

ReturnToWorkSA is an equal opportunity employer, valuing difference and embracing diversity and we promote flexible ways of working, applicants are encouraged to discuss any workplace adjustments that might be needed as well as the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Still not sure?

We are proud to be recognised as an Endorsed Employer for All Women by WORK180. Research indicates that up to 60% of women and underrepresented groups may hesitate to proceed, even after completing a draft application. We firmly believe that diversity enhances the strength of every team, so even if you don't tick all the boxes, we still want to hear from you.

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