Chief Actuary - NSW State Government

Department: NSW State Government
Role: Chief Actuary
Location: SYDNEY CBD
Length: 9 months - Possibility of permanent opportunity
Pay Rate: $1,200 - $1,710 / day + Super

Are you an experienced Chief Actuary with Personal Injury experience looking for your next career opportunity? We have a fantastic temporary opportunity with a high likelihood of extension, or even permanent capacity.

The Role:

My Client is a NSW State Government department located in Sydney CBD & Gosford who is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Chief Actuary to lead the establishment of our new internal actuarial capability. This is a unique chance to shape the future of actuarial services within a NSW government regulator that oversees critical personal injury schemes, including Workers Compensation, Compulsory Third Party (CTP), and Home Building Compensation.

You will be responsible for designing and implementing a hybrid operating model, transitioning from a fully outsourced model to one that integrates external expertise with a new in-house team. This role provides an opportunity for strategic leadership and advice at the executive level, directly influencing the direction and stability of NSW's personal injury schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of a hybrid actuarial services model.
• Advise NSW State government executive leadership team on the strategic direction, capabilities, and resources required for actuarial services.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer from external consultants to the new internal team, ensuring continuity and an uplift in scheme expertise.
• Develop and implement actuarial models and methodologies to support regulatory decision-making.
• Provide advice on potential risks to the personal injury schemes regulated by the department.
• Mentor and develop capability across the department, fostering a culture of collaboration and development.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in actuarial science with a professional qualification from the Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries Australia (FIAA).
• Extensive experience in personal injury insurance schemes is preferable.
• A proven track record in establishing actuarial functions and uplifting capability within cross-functional teams.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at executive levels.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex information to a wide range of audiences.
• Adaptability and resilience in dynamic environments, with a commitment to staying current with industry trends, legislation, and regulatory changes.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply immediately. Apply Today, or feel free to reach out on the contact number below for a confidential chat.
*Please note that successful applicants will be required to undergo a series of pre-engagement checks including but not limited to a National Police Criminal Check, and provide two viable reference checks.

Jade Duggan
0482 799 226
Recruitment Consultant

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