Manager, Personal Injury Compensation

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As we keep the lights on for over four million customers and move towards a more sustainable way of life, it’s an exciting time to be at AGL. We’re re-imagining how homes and business live and work across the country and we want you to be a part of it. This moment will define our time, and your career as you work alongside Australia's best and brightest minds. You’ll grow and learn in a collaborative, safe and supportive environment and play your part in changing the course of tomorrow.
Everyone at AGL is an important part of building a better energy future and we want you to join in.

About the role

AGL’s Health and Injury Management team have an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Personal Injury Compensation specialist.

You will be leading the team in supporting AGL’s transition to a self-insured model, ensuring compliance and alignment across jurisdictions and business units, while mitigating risk across the enterprise.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading the strategy and management of AGL’s Personal Injury Insurance portfolio to deliver positive outcomes for employees while mitigating financial, legal, and reputational risk
• Overseeing the national Workers Compensation program, managing over $12 million in premium risk, and ensuring compliance with legislation and regulatory standards
• Partnering with senior leaders to provide expert advice and guidance on complex claims and injury management matters
• Representing AGL in regulatory forums and maintaining relationships with insurers, legal advisors, brokers, and government bodies
• Driving the implementation and ongoing compliance of AGL’s Self-Insurance license in NSW, including performance monitoring, audit oversight, and third-party administrator engagement
• Leading periodic updates to injury management programs and self-insurance plans to reflect regulatory changes and ensure operational excellence
• Overseeing the Salary Continuance Insurance program and contributing to AGL’s captive insurance strategy, balancing employee wellbeing with commercial outcomes
• Collaborating on health and wellbeing initiatives that align with AGL’s HSE management systems and support a safe, healthy workplace
• Analysing injury trends and risk data to inform continuous improvement and future strategy
• Managing and developing a high-performing team that partners across the business to embed best practice and compliance in all injury management processes

What you’ll bring:

• At least 10 years’ experience in a similar role preferred.
• Tertiary Qualifications in a relevant discipline e.g. Work Health and Safety Management, Risk Management, Insurance Management or Business (or substantial relevant experience in WHS, Insurance and Claims Management including Self Insurance for workers compensation).
• Skilled in occupational rehabilitation and the practical application of legal requirements.
• Highly developed leadership and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to influence and negotiate effectively at all levels of the organisation.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong internal and external networks, alliances and stakeholder relationships to achieve results.
• Skilled at analysing complex information, discerning relevance and applying sound judgment to make well-founded decisions.
• Effective planning and project management skills with the ability to work to deadlines and deliver large scale projects.
• Skilled at moving between the big picture and the detail.
• Strong coaching skill
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills to provide effective advice to Leaders and employees throughout the injury management process.
• Ability to present to range of stakeholders including ET members and senior business leaders.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with ability to present analysis and data to senior leaders.
• Demonstrated understanding of Workers’ Compensation and Occupational Rehabilitation and the practical application of legal requirements

Applications close 21 April.

Inclusion at AGL
 

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.
We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers 

AGL is a Circle Back Initiative employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Our pre-employment screening process includes a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a medical assessment if necessary.

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AGL does not accept agency submissions unless approval has been granted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team. Candidates submitted by an agency without approval will not be considered by AGL.

Location

Docklands VIC 3008

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