The State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) is looking for an Assistant Scheme Design Advisor 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: Ongoing 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 [email protected] 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 versatile 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.

Salary Grade 5/6, with the base salary for this role starting at 102,936 base plus superannuation Click Here to access the Role Description . For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Esther Khalil via [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.

A talent pool may be created as part of this recruitment process and will be valid for up to 18 months. The talent pool may be used to fill future ongoing or temporary vacancies of the same or similar role.

Closing Date: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 9:59am

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📌 Assistant Advisor Scheme Design (Sydney)
🏢 NSW Department of Customer Service
📍 Sydney