Ombudsman, Insurance
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18 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At AFCA our General Insurance decisionmaking team plays a critical role in resolving complaints that genuinely matter to insurance customers and the broader community. We work at the forefront of the sector partnering with the Insurance Council of Australia industry leaders and consumer organisations to address the impacts of natural disasters emerging trends and issues affecting insurance customers nationwide.
We are now seeking an Ombudsman Insurance to join our collaborative and highly respected team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned legal professional to apply their expertise in a role that delivers meaningful lasting benefits to the community.
About the role
As an Ombudsman you will make fair and balanced decisions individually and as part of a panel on standard and complex general insurance complaints in accordance with AFCAs rules and fairness principles. Your decisions have real influence: when accepted by complainants they are binding on insurers and help shape industry behaviour.
Beyond decisionmaking you will contribute to AFCAs thought leadership and internal capability by:
- Coaching and mentoring Adjudicators caseworkers and colleagues
- Helping shape AFCA approaches and contributing to policy development
- Representing AFCA as a subject matter expert at external forums and conferences
- Strengthening our relationships with consumer groups government bodies regulators insurers and other key stakeholders
Qualifications :
About you
You are a senior legally qualified professional with a strong track record of achievement in the insurance sector potentially from industry a tribunal an EDR scheme regulatory body or private practice. Youre now looking for a role where your expertise can make a broader impact.
You will bring:
- Deep analytical capability and the ability to quickly distil complex issues
- Strong decisionmaking skills and the confidence to manage a varied highvolume caseload
- Outstanding written and verbal communication with the ability to engage credibly across all parts of the insurance ecosystem
- Resilience composure and integrity particularly when navigating sensitive matters public scrutiny or challenging situations
- A genuine commitment to fairness collaboration and delivering positive outcomes for the community
Additional Information :
Whats on offer
- BOSS Best Places to Work 2024 credited for its culture engagement and flexible working arrangements.
- Most Inclusive Workplace 2024 Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards.
- Employer of Choice Public Sector and NFP Australian HR Awards 2023
- Bronze AWEI Accreditation 2024 Recognised for LGBTQ workplace inclusion.
- Accredited Family Friendly Workplace Supporting work-life balance and inclusivity.
- Hybrid working Flexible arrangements with state-of-the-art offices designed for collaboration and wellbeing.
- Inclusive leave options Flexible public holidays 20 weeks paid parental leave gender affirmation leave womens health leave and paid time off over Christmas.
- Financial benefits Not-for-profit salary packaging to boost take-home pay.
- Locations A team of over 1200 dedicated professionals based in modern Melbourne and Sydney CBD offices.
To apply
If youre passionate about fairness and believe your skills align with this role we encourage you to applyeven if you dont meet every single criterion.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds cultures abilities sexual orientations and gender identities. If you require any accessibility support during the recruitment process please reach out to our team at
AFCA is a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we are committed to responding to every applicant.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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About Company
Fairness feels good Make a real impact at AFCA. Where fairness drives every decision. Help us deliver world-class, independent complaints resolution for Australians. As a not-for-profit and progressive financial ombudsman, we’re championing positive change. Achieving our purpose takes ... View more
