Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $99,769 - $107,141
Grade: Band 6
Occupation: Legal
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/WIC/1903841
Workplace Injury Commission (WIC)
Melbourne
$99,769 per annum (plus super) + excellent mentoring and support
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The impact you'll have:
At the Workplace Injury Commission, we've helped thousands of injured workers and employers to resolve their disputes and move forward with their lives. We're a robust Victorian Government statutory authority that's making an impact.
As we embark on an exciting transformation journey, we need you to join us as a Dispute Officer. Working alongside Conciliation Officers (COs), you will lead case management of conciliation disputes assessing each dispute at the outset and proactively engaging with Injured Workers and other parties. You will work autonomously to assist and empower all parties to participate effectively, make decisions and reach agreement when possible.
Equipped with your experience in case management, alternative dispute resolution or conflict resolution, you will provide a prompt, high quality service to all parties, engaging effectively, consistently and professionally. You will use your legal and technical knowledge to review documentation, legal processes and medical terminology to resolve disputes.
You will be joining a newly created multi-disciplinary team with existing Conciliation Officers and new Dispute Officers. Along with your demonstrated experience, you will bring your positive work ethic and collaborative style.
Who we're looking for:
To succeed in this role, you will have:
For further information, please refer to our position description which you can access through our careers site.
Resolution matters. And so do you.
We're a stable, purpose-driven organisation that offers you meaningful work, a welcoming and vibrant team culture, and a range of benefits, including:
Here are some of the things we hope you'll love about working with us:
As a Dispute Officer, you'll play a vital role in supporting WIC to help injured workers and employers overcome some of the most challenging times of their lives.
Respect is a key value here. We trust and empower you to be your best self, at work and home.
Bring your diverse thinking and help make us even better.
We offer you real professional development opportunities plus a wide range of rewards and benefits to help you thrive.
Visit our careers site to find out more and read the stories of our incredible people.
Want to help us shape a brighter future? Join us.
Take your career to the next level with the Workplace Injury Commission. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter via the link by midnight, Monday 26th January, 2025.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed throughout the application period, and interviews may commence before the application period expires.
WIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the diversity of its people. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process for this role, please contact us via email [email protected]
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Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position. You will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process. Successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their COVID-19 vaccination status or medical exemption prior to commencing employment.