Join our growing team of dedicated professionals at Gallagher Bassett, who guide those in need to the best possible outcomes for their health and wellbeing. You'll be part of a resilient team that works together to redefine the boundaries of excellence. At our organization, we value collaboration and making a positive impact in the lives of our clients and claimants, offering you the opportunity to join a team where your skills and dedication can truly make a difference. GUIDE. GUARD. GO BEYOND.
We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.
Overview
We are seeking an Impairment Benefits Specialist (IBS) to join our team. As an IBS, you will be a point of expertise within Gallagher Bassett's Workers Compensation team relating to Impairment Benefits and Permanent Impairment claims.
In this highly technical role, you will manage the end-to-end impairment determination process for injured workers in accordance with legislative requirements. Your acute attention to detail, and sound decision making within Workers Compensation legislative frameworks will be key attributes contributing to your success in this position.
How you'll make an impact
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing a portfolio of impairment benefit claims which include reviewing clinical information, arranging impairment assessments with relevant documentation, issuing the decision in line with legislative timeframes, and processing any lump sum entitlements
- Attending conciliation conferences
- Attending internal and external training courses to update technical knowledge and personal development
About you
We’re looking for a claims expert who possesses:
- Experience within Worker’s Compensation Industry, specifically within an Impairment Benefits or claims management related role. Completion of AMA4 training is preferred.
- Attention to detail and critical thinking skills
- Industry specific qualifications: VWA and TAC Industry Training Programs are desirable
- Excellent customer service skills, communication and interpersonal skills
- Attractive remuneration packaging & flexible work arrangements including Work from Home
- Paid Parental Leave to support your family life
- Reproductive leave
- A friendly, collaborative and supportive working environment
- Opportunities for ongoing education and development, as well as career progression
- Service recognition awards, employee assistance programs and peer support initiatives
- Corporate health insurances discounts, wellness programs and additional leave options
- Discounts and cash-back offers from hundreds of retailers
- Birthday leave - take a day off during your birthday month as a gift from GB!
If this sounds like an opportunity you would be interested in, we would love to hear from you. Click on Apply for this Job.
To be considered for this opportunity you must have right to live and work in Australia when applying.
Gallagher Bassett is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Indigenous Australian applicants are encouraged to apply. As a member of the Diversity Council Australia, we recognise the importance of, and embrace diversity in the workplace. We will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Compensation and benefits
On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.
Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:
- 4 weeks annual leave plus up to 2 weeks additional purchased Lifestyle Leave
- Novated Leasing opportunities
- Two paid volunteer days annually
- Health Insurance Discounts with our Group Insurance Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Paid parental leave
Other benefits include:
- Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
- Mental Health and Wellbeing Support for yourself and immediate family members
- Employee Recognition Awards and Service Milestone Recognitions
- Peer Support Program
- Annual flu vaccinations
- Access to Reward Gateway – discount offers at over 350 retailers!
- And more...
We value inclusion and diversity
Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.
Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.
Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
