External Dispute Resolution Specialist

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Sydney - Australia

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 12 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

External Dispute Resolution Specialist

Job No: 678460

Sydney - Inner Suburbs & CBD Brisbane - Inner Suburbs & CBD Melbourne - Inner Suburbs & CBD Various

Max Term Full Time

Insurance

Pay Band 5

Protect trust and shape better outcomes. Make a genuine impact where customer fairness legal and industry insight and commercial acumen come together.

We are seeking a seasoned External Dispute Resolution Specialist with strong general insurance knowledge to manage complex complaints with fairness empathy and professionalism. This role suits someone who thrives in complexity balancing technical precision with customer understanding and resolving matters in line with policy regulatory expectations and organisational values.

This is more than just a dispute resolution role. You are the bridge between the customer and our business. If you can cut through complexity advocate with integrity and stay grounded in fairness you belong here.

What youll do

  • Manage a dynamic portfolio of insurance complaints referred to the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) or other external schemes
  • Prepare detailed high-quality written submissions advocate for fair outcomes and resolve matters in a timely empathetic and commercially sound manner
  • Collaborate with customers their legal representatives and AFCA case workers
  • Navigate complex legal and policy matters interpret cover and liability issues and influence resolution outcomes
  • Identify and escalate systemic trends or improvement opportunities across processes products or policies
  • Represent Suncorp professionally at AFCA forums and similar external industry events
  • Keep accurate timely records within complaint systems and reporting tools

What youll bring

  • Deep expertise in general insurance products particularly claims and cover
  • Working knowledge of the General Insurance Code of Practice AFCA processes and relevant ASIC and CGC guidelines
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills - clear concise and able to influence
  • Ability to manage emotionally charged conversations with empathy clarity and professionalism
  • Resilience and objectivity - able to adapt to feedback and work in high-pressure settings
  • Analytical thinker - able to identify root causes and recommend systemic improvements
  • Fair and decisive - confident in owning a decision while remaining open to collaboration and new perspectives

Cultural fit

  • Listen deeply and empower others
  • Embrace challenge and change with humility curiosity and courage
  • Thrive in a collaborative team environment and stay grounded in purpose

What Youll Enjoy

Access our awardwinning Shine platform your central hub for exclusive perks wellbeing support career development and recognition

  • Hybrid working flexible leave 20 weeks paid parental leave and up to 5 days paid flexible leave annually
  • Paid study support career breaks onthejob learning and a $1000 referral bonus for eligible employees
  • Free wellbeing coaching a dedicated Employee Council and confidential EAP access
  • Discounts at 400 retailers insurance savings gym memberships and reduced super fees
  • Paid volunteer leave donation matching and unlimited emergency response leave
  • Performancebased bonuses and Suncorp shares for eligible employees
  • Diversity is celebrated through employee resource groups and inclusive policies for all families

Explore our full benefits: Suncorp we believe we are our best when our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We provide reasonable adjustments in recruitment and the workplace; please let us know what you need.

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External Dispute Resolution SpecialistJob No: 678460 Sydney - Inner Suburbs & CBD Brisbane - Inner Suburbs & CBD Melbourne - Inner Suburbs & CBD Various Max Term Full Time Insurance Pay Band 5Protect trust and shape better outcomes. Make a genuine impact where customer fairness legal and industry in...
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