EML is a leading Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Claims Management business. Our goal is to help people get their lives back through ongoing support during their return-to-work journey. We continue to experience ongoing growth and now have over 4,000 dedicated employees. We foster a learning culture that allows for us to continually invest in our employees ensuring a long-term career here at EML.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for an in-house Legal Specialist to apply their legal and workers compensation expertise in managing and resolving claims involving litigation.
As a Legal Specialist, you will lead the preparation and strategic management of Work Injury Damages (WID) claims, handle statutory litigation in the Personal Injury Commission and other legally based matters, contribute to legal project work, and provide support to EML’s Specialist Insurance Group claims teams and policyholders.
Reporting to the Legal Manager within the Hospitality Industry Insurance business unit, you will play a key role in meeting EML’s performance targets and organisational objectives while delivering a high level of service to stakeholders.
This will be a permanent, full time position based in our Sydney office, with flexibility to work from home up to 2 days per week.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support the claims team by providing legal advice on legislative, regulatory, legal, policy and guidelines affecting workers’ compensation claims to enable sound, evidence-based and legally accurate decision making.
- Work closely with the external legal panel providers to ensure a high level of legal advice, and effective litigation strategy to drive optimum outcomes.
- Attend legal proceedings as EML’s representation together with the external Legal Provider representative.
- Participate in strategic review of claims portfolio, including presenting to employers about general legal concepts or individual cases.
- Keeping up to date with case law and precedents affecting claims, premium and the scheme.
ABOUT YOU
- Bachelor of Laws or tertiary studies in personal injury, workers compensation, legal studies, or ADR (advantageous but not essential).
- 2–3 years PQE in Workers Compensation (WID and statutory claims) or 3+ years’ case management experience in workers compensation.
- Strong knowledge of Workers Compensation legislation and related regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex claims or litigation in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven stakeholder management and communication skills.
- NSW Practising Certificate desirable, but not required.
WHAT WE OFFER
We stand together as equals. EML is an equal opportunity employer so by coming to work for us, you will be part of a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone feels valued and where we show respect, integrity and honesty.
EML provides career opportunities and great employee benefits, including:
• A vibrant, collaborative innovative team culture
• Flexibility with opportunity to WFH when you are fully trained in your role.
• A corporate wellbeing program with discounted health insurance and gym membership
• Access to discounts at over 350 retailers through our Rewards Hub program
• Entitlement to an annual tenure and performance-based recognition reward
• Comprehensive learning and development support
• Companywide events to celebrate success.
• Quarterly Reward and Recognition Awards
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave, plus super
We value our people and are committed to supporting our employees by investing in their professional development and providing generous employee benefits. If this position is of interest to you, please apply now.
What We Do
At EML we take great pride in helping people get their lives back after a workplace injury.
Since our foundation in 1910 the EML Group have maintained a singular vision; to dedicate our services to improving work health and safety for the benefit of our members, workers and the broader community which we support.
Today, we have over 4,000 specialists working in partnership with businesses, injured workers and government schemes across Australia, helping to make a difference.
We are Australia’s largest provider of claims management services for self-insurers and focus on providing tailored injury prevention and return to work support. We have helped well over 350,000 injured workers get their lives back
