Workers Compensation I - Hawthorn East, Australia - Coles Group

Coles Group

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Hawthorn East, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

We've been trusted to serve Aussie communities since 1914 and grown to become a top 30-listed on the ASX with 120,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands.

At Coles Group, you'll not only get to make a difference to millions of Aussie lives—you'll also get to see your impact.

About the team:

Coles Group Insurance protects our team members, customers and business. We work across a variety of areas, from workers compensation to property insurance to public liability insurance. Our team offers strategic advice that guides decision making and helps our Group achieve its business outcomes.

About The Role:

We have a fixed term opportunity for 12 Months for a Workers Compensation In-House Lawyer to join our team.

You will drive strategic direction of litigated claims including improved outcomes on common law claims to reduce workers compensation liabilities, manage reputational risk and minimise the impact of workplace injury to Coles through:

Maintaining strong professional knowledge of workers compensation compliance and common law/lump sum settlement trends in relevant States
Driving and managing litigation cases, reporting progress and outcomes to internal stakeholders
Manage relationships within the legal panel to achieve targeted outcomes
Facilitating business understanding of lessons learnt from each case
Building the capability of the claims team to identify claims with legal potential early and manage effectively

About you and your skills:

We are looking for a professional with proven experience in workers compensation management environment and relevant legislative frameworks.

You have a strong understanding of complex litigated and injury claim investigations and management and advanced knowledge of workers compensation legislation and emerging industry trends.

You will also need:

Degree in Law essential as is a current Legal Practising Certificate.
Extensive experience in workers compensation law or personal injuries law
Understanding of key regulatory and statutory insurance obligations
Experience in risk management
Strong liaison, negotiation and interpersonal skills to maintain effective relationships with all internal and external stakeholders

With us it's not about the discounts (although you do get those), it's about joining a team where your wellbeing and professional development is invested in and celebrating your contributions is the norm.

And because everyone leads unique lives, we offer flexible work including work from home, additional leave and parental leave entitlements.

Job ID: 90473

Employment Type:
Full time

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