Job Description
Department of Customer Service
Reference number
req47430
Occupation
Policy
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Sydney City, Gosford, Central Coast and Region
Salary Information
$129,464 - $142665 plus super
Closing date
20 April 2026 at 10:00am
The State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) is looking for Senior Scheme Design Advisors to join our team!
Benefits
Secure a rewarding ongoing role at Clerk Grade 9/10 level.
Salary range: $129,464 – $142,665 + super, commensurate with experience.
Enjoy genuinely 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.
About Us
At SIRA (the State Insurance Regulatory Authority) we regulate motor accidents CTP insurance, workers compensation insurance and the homebuilding compensation scheme in NSW.
This role is in the Insurance Markets and Premium Design team of the Scheme Design (CTP, Premiums & Markets) directorate. A dynamic and interesting team that tackles big picture questions about the future of the NSW . We work across scheme design issues and provide strategic advice to the executive.
Understand more about SIRA – here.
Your responsibilities will include:
Undertaking research, analysis and review of complex scheme design issues to develop evidence-based options and recommended solutions to resolve problems and mitigate risks.
Leading the preparation of expert advice and information for stakeholders.
Communicating with key stakeholders, drafting correspondence and coordinating stakeholder consultations.
Providing project leadership for scheme initiatives.
Working with internal and external stakeholders to inform and develop scheme design initiatives.
Contributing to the work of the broader scheme design team as needed.
Mentoring and guiding scheme design advisors to successfully deliver priorities and initiatives.
For more information on the role and its accountabilities,
About you:
Our ideal candidate is someone who is keen to learn and develop their skills in a complex policy & design environment. Someone who can apply their skills and experience to the strategic regulatory design of the statutory insurance schemes.
If you enjoy learning about new things and solving interesting problems, then this is the job for you.
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and equivalent experiences in government regulation, public policy analysis or economic regulation are essential for this role.
An analytical thinker who can critically review information and think outside the box to solve complex problems.
Highly organised, with skills in research, writing, personal initiative and attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
A thorough understanding of public policy including policy development, implementation, evaluation and comfort with working with legislation.
A great team player with a positive outlook who wants to be a part of a supportive and engaged team.
Ability to operate effectively in a complex, sensitive and changing environment and work across multiple tasks.
An interest in and curiosity about personal injury schemes, and/or experience in a policy, design or personal injury background.
If you want to be part of this forward thinking, innovative team that thrive in challenging the status quo, we would love to hear from you!
Closing date: Monday 20th April 2026 [at 9:59am]
What we need from you:
To start your journey towards becoming our Senior Scheme Design Advisor, please click on the link below and attach your resume (max 5 pages) and cover letter (max 2 pages).
In your cover letter please share your motivation for applying for this position and your relevant skills. A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process to fill future ongoing and temporary opportunities.
For any enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please contact Sujatha Sankaran Kutty, Talent Acquisition Advisor on [email protected]
Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.
Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace:
The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives.
You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here.
We want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you feel you may require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion team via [email protected]
For more information, please visit:
Information on some of the different types of disabilities
Information on adjustments available for the recruitment process
Reference number
req47430
Occupation
Policy
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Sydney City, Gosford, Central Coast and Region
Salary Information
$129,464 - $142665 plus super
Closing date
20 April 2026 at 10:00am
The State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) is looking for Senior Scheme Design Advisors to join our team!
Benefits
Secure a rewarding ongoing role at Clerk Grade 9/10 level.
Salary range: $129,464 – $142,665 + super, commensurate with experience.
Enjoy genuinely 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.
About Us
At SIRA (the State Insurance Regulatory Authority) we regulate motor accidents CTP insurance, workers compensation insurance and the homebuilding compensation scheme in NSW.
This role is in the Insurance Markets and Premium Design team of the Scheme Design (CTP, Premiums & Markets) directorate. A dynamic and interesting team that tackles big picture questions about the future of the NSW . We work across scheme design issues and provide strategic advice to the executive.
Understand more about SIRA – here.
Your responsibilities will include:
Undertaking research, analysis and review of complex scheme design issues to develop evidence-based options and recommended solutions to resolve problems and mitigate risks.
Leading the preparation of expert advice and information for stakeholders.
Communicating with key stakeholders, drafting correspondence and coordinating stakeholder consultations.
Providing project leadership for scheme initiatives.
Working with internal and external stakeholders to inform and develop scheme design initiatives.
Contributing to the work of the broader scheme design team as needed.
Mentoring and guiding scheme design advisors to successfully deliver priorities and initiatives.
For more information on the role and its accountabilities,
About you:
Our ideal candidate is someone who is keen to learn and develop their skills in a complex policy & design environment. Someone who can apply their skills and experience to the strategic regulatory design of the statutory insurance schemes.
If you enjoy learning about new things and solving interesting problems, then this is the job for you.
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and equivalent experiences in government regulation, public policy analysis or economic regulation are essential for this role.
An analytical thinker who can critically review information and think outside the box to solve complex problems.
Highly organised, with skills in research, writing, personal initiative and attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
A thorough understanding of public policy including policy development, implementation, evaluation and comfort with working with legislation.
A great team player with a positive outlook who wants to be a part of a supportive and engaged team.
Ability to operate effectively in a complex, sensitive and changing environment and work across multiple tasks.
An interest in and curiosity about personal injury schemes, and/or experience in a policy, design or personal injury background.
If you want to be part of this forward thinking, innovative team that thrive in challenging the status quo, we would love to hear from you!
Closing date: Monday 20th April 2026 [at 9:59am]
What we need from you:
To start your journey towards becoming our Senior Scheme Design Advisor, please click on the link below and attach your resume (max 5 pages) and cover letter (max 2 pages).
In your cover letter please share your motivation for applying for this position and your relevant skills. A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process to fill future ongoing and temporary opportunities.
For any enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please contact Sujatha Sankaran Kutty, Talent Acquisition Advisor on [email protected]
Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.
Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace:
The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives.
You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here.
We want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you feel you may require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion team via [email protected]
For more information, please visit:
Information on some of the different types of disabilities
Information on adjustments available for the recruitment process
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Scheme Design Advisor position is now open for candidates interested in the Insurance sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Insurance is a plus.
