The Lutheran Church of Australia (LCA) is part of a global Christian community of over 70 million people. Lutheran churches, schools and aged- and community-care services are located throughout Australia and New Zealand. At the LCA churchwide office, you'll be joining a team passionate about living and sharing Jesus’ message of love. They offer a supportive and rewarding work environment where you can make a real impact in the Lutheran Church community.
About the Role:
As the Insurance and Risk Manager, you will be a key member of the senior management team, overseeing the LCA’s insurance program and risk management framework. You will play a vital role in advising leadership on risk and compliance matters, ensuring appropriate insurance coverage for Lutheran entities, and developing strategies to strengthen risk management practices across the organisation.
As the LCA Insurance and Risk Manager, you will:
* Oversee LCA’s insurance program, ensuring appropriate coverage for all participating entities
* Implement and maintain the LCA’s risk management framework
* Provide guidance on compliance and legislative obligations
* Advise LCA entities on risk management practices
* Manage insurance renewals, claims, and broker negotiations
* Oversee a small team
* Support the Finance, Audit, and Risk Committee (FAR) with strategic insights
* Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* A qualification in risk management, insurance, or a related field
* Proven experience in risk management and compliance
* Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
* A solid understanding of governance
* The ability to manage both insurance and risk management responsibilities
* Proficiency in MS Excel and strong administrative skills
Desirable:
* Experience in the insurance industry
* Knowledge of the not-for-profit sector
* Understanding of Church structures and financial literacy
Why This Opportunity?
* Lead a critical function within a well-established organisation
* Be part of a supportive and values-driven Christian community
* A fulfilling career with real impact
* Opportunity to work across diverse LCA entities nationwide
Next Steps
If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for insurance and risk management, we’d love to hear from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr