Assistant Advisor Scheme Design

The State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) is looking for an Assistant Scheme Design Adviso r to join the Scheme Design directorate. This is an opportunity to build your policy and regulatory design skills while contributing to work that helps shape the future of NSW statutory insurance schemes. Role Type: O ngoing clerk grade 5/6 opportunity Salary range: $102,936 - $113,579 + super, commensurate with experience.

Location : Role based in Sydney CBD or Gosford when working in the office About Us At SIRA, we regulate motor accidents compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, workers compensation insurance and the homebuilding compensation scheme in NSW. This role sits within the Strategic Projects and Future Design team of the Scheme Design (CTP, Premiums Markets) directorate.

We consider emerging and complex issues affecting the CTP Scheme, undertake strategic policy and design work, and provide advice to senior decision-makers. You will join a supportive team that values curiosity, sound thinking and collaboration. The work is varied and provides an opportunity to learn about complex policy issues while contributing to projects with practical impact.

What you will do

In this role, you will: research, analyse and review emerging scheme design and regulatory issues help develop evidence-based policy options and advice prepare clear written material, including briefings, correspondence and project documents engage with stakeholders and contribute to collaborative policy work support the coordination and administration of scheme design projects contribute to priorities across the broader Scheme Design directorate.

About you

We are looking for someone who is curious, thoughtful and keen to develop their policy and regulatory design skills. You do not need prior experience in CTP insurance. What matters is your ability to learn, think analytically, communicate clearly and contribute positively to a collaborative team. You will have: strong written and verbal communication skills sound research, analytical and problem-solving skills the ability to work effectively across several tasks in a complex, sensitive and changing environment a collaborative approach and willingness to share ideas, ask questions and support others an interest in public policy, regulation, scheme design or personal injury insurance.

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience in government, regulation or public policy analysis, are essential For any enquiries about the role please contact Belinda Ernst at Belinda.ernst@sira.nsw.gov.au If you enjoy learning, working through complex questions and contributing to practical policy solutions, we would like to hear from you.

If you want to be part of this forward thinking, innovative team, we would love to hear from you! How to apply To start your journey towards becoming our Assistant Scheme Design Advisor, please click on the link below and attach your resume (max 4 pages) and cover letter (max 2 pages). In your cover letter please share your motivation for applying for this position and your relevant skills.

Benefits

Enjoy genuine flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance. Collaborate in state-of-the-art offices designed for innovation and connection. Access a wide range of wellbeing programs and resources to support your mental, physical, and emotional health. Take advantage of excellent professional development and learning opportunities to help you thrive.

Essential Requirements To be considered for roles in the NSW public sector, applicants must: Be NSW residents or in the process of relocating to NSW Hold appropriate working rights for the type of employment offered

• Fixed Term roles require valid work rights for the full duration of the role.