At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide expert advice and prepare key documents for high-level decision-making.
- Company: Join ReturnToWorkSA, a trusted organisation dedicated to supporting South Australians.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and strong wellbeing programs.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by ensuring fairness and support for injured workers.
- Qualifications: Experience in law, public policy, or related fields with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 101481 - 101481 $ per year.
The opportunity to join a trusted organisation in a varied role where your advice, judgement and communication will support decisions at the highest levels. You will prepare briefings, Ministerials and Cabinet submissions; support ReturnToWorkSA in jurisdictional and intergovernmental forums; and oversee the fair and timely resolution of complaints and service concerns. Your work will help ensure workers, employers and providers are heard and treated with empathy, impartiality and respect.
The position involves:
- Preparing high-quality briefings, Ministerials, Cabinet submissions, speeches and documents for parliamentary processes for the Minister and CEO.
- Supporting the organisation in its engagement in inter- and intra-jurisdictional committees and other intergovernmental processes.
- Working with third-party organisations to develop data-sharing agreements under section 185 of the Return to Work Act 2014 and internal governance policies.
- Ensuring complaints are investigated and resolved transparently, impartially and consistently in accordance with legislation and policy.
- Resolving service and communication issues quickly and effectively.
- Ensuring worker, employer and provider concerns are heard and addressed responsively, empathetically, fairly and promptly.
Remuneration: The base salary range for this position is $101,481 per annum (exclusive of superannuation). The final offer will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications, skills and experiences.
Benefits include:
- Strong wellbeing program including gym access, health initiatives and EAP.
- Flexible working arrangements including work from home, compressed working hours, purchased leave and many other options.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support your growth.
- Modern Adelaide CBD offices with great views and excellent facilities.
About you: You are a highly credible, politically aware and outcomes-focused professional who brings:
- Demonstrated experience producing accurate, concise and persuasive advice, briefings, submissions, speeches and parliamentary documents for Ministers, senior executives and Cabinet.
- Strong analytical capability, judgement and discretion when interpreting legislation, policy and governance requirements in sensitive, complex and high-profile matters.
- Experience investigating and resolving complaints fairly, transparently and consistently while managing competing evidence and stakeholder expectations.
- Highly developed written communication, negotiation, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to hear concerns, build trust and progress shared outcomes.
- Relevant professional experience in law, public policy, government, regulation, communications, dispute resolution or a related discipline.
- Desirably, experience in a Ministerial, central agency, statutory authority or regulatory environment; knowledge of South Australian Cabinet, parliamentary and intergovernmental processes and the Return to Work scheme; and relevant qualifications or professional training.
About ReturnToWorkSA: At ReturnToWorkSA, our purpose is to empower and support South Australians impacted by work injury. Our services and those delivered by our claims agents are designed to provide early intervention support to workers and employers following a work injury to ensure the worker can recover and return to work as quickly as possible. We manage premiums and investments while regulating the Return to Work scheme, ensuring fairness, compliance and promoting the health benefits of work.
Further information: We are looking for people who align with our values: We care about people and sustainability; We are inclusive and innovative; We listen to understand; and We own our actions. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we encourage early submission.
Inclusion and diversity: ReturnToWorkSA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet every requirement and check every box, we welcome your application.
Senior Advisor in Adelaide employer: ReturnToWorkSA
ReturnToWorkSA is an exceptional employer that values high-calibre professionals dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities while working in a collaborative and supportive environment. Located in South Australia, our workplace culture promotes work-life balance and inclusivity, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute to the success of the Return to Work scheme.
