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Dispute Resolution Officer

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eml logoEml · Melbourne, Australia
Full-timeOn-site1d ago
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About the role

As part of our diverse team based in Melbourne, you will help make a positive impact on someone's life every day. You will feel great satisfaction knowing your talent and hard work has a purpose. Aa a Dispute Resolution officer you will pro-actively assist in the management and, where possible, early resolution of disputes, ensuring positive outcomes are maximised. This will be a permanent, full time position based in the Melbourne office, with work-from-home flexibility (up to 3 days per week) subject to performance and approval.

Responsibilities

  • Attend Conciliation conferences on behalf of EML and actively participate in conciliation conference to facilitate timely resolution of disputes
  • Engage with employee/employer representative prior to and after conciliation conferences about the conference process and proposed dispute resolution outcomes.
  • Engage with the Case Manager and employee/employer representative regarding the history and nature of the dispute(s) and potential resolution outcomes for dispute.
  • Liaise with the Dispute Resolution Team Assistant to obtain relevant claim information, arrange independent medical examinations and to obtain worker medical records as required.
  • Consult with the Legal Specialist regarding any action that might impact any statutory benefits litigation, pre-litigated common law damages processes or common law damages claims currently on foot.
  • ABOUT YOU
  • Extensive experience in workers compensation claims management, litigation processes or in alternative dispute resolution
  • Demonstrated ability to engage and negotiate with various stakeholders to achieve optimal outcomes
  • Strong understanding of the Accident Compensation Act 1985 (AC Act), Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2013 (WIRC Act), associated Regulations and case law
  • Comprehensive knowledge of and ability to adhere to the Ministerial Guidelines as to Authorised Agent, Self-Insurer, Employer and Workers' Assistant Conduct at Conciliation Conference

Benefits

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 diverse and collaborative team culture like no otherFlexibility to work from home to support work/life balanceA corporate wellbeing program with discounted health insurance and gym membershipGenerous discounts from over 350 retailers through our RewardsHub programComprehensive learning and development opportunities to help you reach your full potentialAccess to support and counselling services with work or personal matters, through our Employee Assistance ProgramCompanywide events to stay connected and celebrate successEntitlement to annual company incentive scheme + salary reviewsUp to 16 weeks paid parental leave, plus superWe 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, pleaseHealth insuranceParental leave

Additional Information

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.

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