Department of Treasury and Finance
Job reference: 844473
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

South Australian Government Financing Authority (SAFA) are currently recruiting for a Manager, Insurance Services on a 3-year fixed term contract.

Renumeration: ASO8 - Salary Range ($125,649 - $130,392 p.a.).

About the Oppotunity:

Reporting to the Director, Insurance and Strategic Projects, the Manager, Insurance Services will lead a team of insurance advisors and property claims officers, and work collaboratively with SAFA’s Manager, Claims Services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the team to deliver high-quality, customer-focused insurance solutions across government.
• Oversee resource allocation, team performance, and continuous improvement of insurance systems and processes.
• Manage the renewal of the SAFA Agency Agreement, including underwriting data, premium allocation, invoicing, and debt collection.
• Collaborate with actuaries and brokers on reinsurance programs and commercial insurance placements.
• Represent SAFA in reinsurance market submissions.

About You:

A successful applicant will have:

• Extensive experience in placing complex insurance programs and liaising with global markets.
• Experience with contract works for major infrastructure projects highly regarded.
• Demonstrated ability to understand the nature of government or complex organisations and respond to matters of political sensitivity appropriately.
• Desirable: Associate membership of the Australian Insurance Institute or relevant tertiary qualification and a tertiary qualification in Business, Law or Management.

Please refer to attached role description for further information about the role and responsibilities.

About us:

• At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.
• We are the lead agency for economic, social and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.
• Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and embrace diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.
• South Australian Government Financing Authority (SAFA) is the central financing authority, captive insurer, provider of advisory services and fleet manager for the Government of South Australia (SA).
• At SAFA, you’ll help protect the South Australian Government by delivering specialist insurance and risk management services — from underwriting and insurance advice to managing claims, reinsurance and supporting agencies to manage legal, financial and reputational risk.

What we offer:

• Flexible working options
• Salary packaging options
• Discounted gym membership
• Supportive career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Be Well Program

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

Garry Medland
Ph: 0414 754 403
Email: garry@rhodiumexecutive.com.au

Application Instructions:

To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete a pre-employment declaration.

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.

Applications close: 02/06/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- ASO8 Manager Insurance Services - SAFA.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.