Senior Technical Manager

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At Gallagher Bassett, we're there when it matters most because helping people through challenging moments is more than just our job, it's our purpose. Every day, we help clients navigate complexity, support recovery, and deliver outcomes that make a real difference in people's lives. It takes empathy, precision, and a strong sense of partnership-and that's exactly what you'll find here. We're a team of fast-paced fixers, empathetic experts, and outcomes drivers - people who care deeply about doing the right thing and doing it well. Whether you're managing claims, supporting clients, or improving processes, you'll play a vital role in helping businesses and individuals move forward with confidence. Here, you'll be supported by a culture that values teamwork, encourages curiosity, and celebrates the impact of your work. Because when you're here, you're part of something bigger. You're part of a team that shows up, stands together, and leads with purpose.

Overview

As a Senior Technical Manager (Eligibility), you will join the leadership group within GB's Eligibility Branch. This role supports the eligibility function by providing senior technical advice and support to Eligibility Officers, Eligibility Entitlement Specialists and Technical Managers relating to complex eligibility decisions. You will also engage with various parties, both internally and externally to ensure that all factors are being taken into consideration when making sustainable initial liability decisions. You will use your technical expertise to provide coaching and mentoring to more junior team members within the eligibility branch to increase their capability with a view to promote growth and learning within the branch.

This is a critical role which plays a big part in the success of the branch. You will be able to put your problem solving, investigative and technical skills to use each and every day. More importantly, your technical experience will play a key role with coaching/mentoring staff members within the branch to improve their eligibility skillset on a consistent basis. You will be joining a team dedicated to continuous improvement and providing opportunities to its people - it is an exciting time to join the eligibility team at GB!

How you'll make an impact

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing a cost effective, professional and customer focused workers compensation claims management service for all WorkSafe clients by supporting eligibility team members to make sustainable decisions relating to the lodgement of Workers Compensation claims
• Determining liability for claims of a complex nature within the designated 28-day claims determination timeframe
• Acting as a senior technical reference point for other team members, such as Eligibility Officers, Eligibility Entitlement Specialists and Technical Managers by providing strong technical advice with a view to increase their capability and reach the right outcome for Injured Workers and Employers in accordance with the Act
• Collaborating with other claims departments such as our Legal, Technical, and Dispute Resolution teams to deliver sustainable and well-informed decisions that are supported by holistic reviews based on evidence and advice by our broader teams of claims experts

About you

We're looking for a Workers Compensation expert who has:

• A high level of workers compensation claims management technical expertise, or strong knowledge relating to determining eligibility for Workers Compensation claims is essential (however all areas of Workers Compensation experience will be considered)
• Strong client and customer engagement and relationship building expertise
• Knowledge of general business and administrative practices
• Excellent knowledge and application of the Accident Compensation Act/WIRCA
• High level of analytical skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking
• Coaching and mentoring skills and experience
• A motivated disposition, with a passion for delivering quality outcomes for your customers

To apply

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To be considered for this opportunity you must have right to live and work in Australia when applying.

Agency applicants will not be considered for this position.

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.", "salary_raw": "Row(double=None, string=None)"}