The opportunity
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Chief Operating Officer - Insurance.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, strategic environment and takes a highly proactive approach, anticipating needs, solving problems early, and ensuring the Chief Operating Officer can operate efficiently and effectively.

The position
As Executive Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer - Insurance, you will provide high-level administrative and operational support, acting as a key point of coordination between the Chief Operating Officer - Insurance, executive colleagues, and internal and external stakeholders.

This is a full‑time ongoing position

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Chief Operating Officer - Insurance to operate efficiently and effectively
• Proactive diary, inbox and meeting management for the Chief Operating Officer – Insurance
• Anticipating priorities, identifying potential issues early, and taking action without direction
  Preparing agendas, briefing papers, presentations and correspondence
• Coordinating executive meetings, forums and governance activities
• Managing travel, expenses and other administrative requirements
• Building effective relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and ways of working

Position Description

 Executive Assistant to Chief Operating Officer PD - Insurance Group - May 2026.pdf

Remuneration
This is a Grade 3 position and the total remuneration package for this position is starting from $83,738 (exclusive of superannuation). The final offer will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications, skills and experience

About you

• Proven experience supporting a Chief position, senior executive or GM-level leader
• Highly proactive, with the ability to anticipate needs and act ahead of time
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities strategically
• Ability to demonstrate strong relationship building skills, across a wide range of diverse stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High levels of discretion, professionalism and attention to detail
• Confidence working in a digital, complex or fast-changing environment
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and sound judgement

Why apply?
This is a great opportunity to:

• Work closely with an executive leader and gain exposure to strategic decision-making
• Develop your skills in a dynamic digital and technology-focused portfolio
• Take on a trusted, visible role with real impact across the organisation

How to apply:
Please submit an expression of interest demonstrating your key capabilities and experience supported by your current resume and cover letter addressed to Shaun Meehan by 5:00pm Friday, 5 June 2026. If you have questions about the role, please contact recruitment@rtwsa.com.

Please note shortlisting and interviewing for this role will commence immediately so we strongly encourage all candidates to put forward your applications as soon as possible.

Why join us? 
Experience a workplace culture that rewards your contribution and provides the development and support to help you reach your potential. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can genuinely make a difference to the lives of South Australians affected by work injury. At ReturnToWorkSA, you can expect a range of benefits including:

• An extensive wellbeing program
• access to a broad range of wellbeing seminars, webinars and information sessions
• a free onsite gym and bike storage
• annual vaccinations, skin checks, seasonal fruit and corporate cup challenge
• discounted corporate private health insurance
• and a proactive EAP provider
• Flexible work options including part time and working from home
• Access to learning and development programs to enhance your personal and professional skill set and career development
• Modern offices with excellent amenities in the Adelaide CBD

Further Information:
Candidates will also be assessed based on their ability to demonstrate personal and professional alignment with ReturnToWorkSA’s organisational values which are critical to our success: We care about people and sustainability; We are inclusive and innovative; We listen to understand; and We own our actions.

Inclusion and acceptance
ReturnToWorkSA is an equal opportunity employer, valuing difference and embracing diversity and we promote flexible ways of working, applicants are encouraged to discuss any workplace adjustments that might be needed as well as the flexible working arrangements for this role.

About ReturnToWorkSA
At ReturnToWorkSA, our purpose is to empower and support South Australians impacted by work injury. Our services and those delivered by our claims agents are designed to provide early intervention support to workers and employers following a work injury to ensure the worker can recover and return to work as quickly as possible. We manage the collection of premium payments from registered employers and our invested funds to ensure we maintain a viable financial position that enables the delivery of quality support and services to injured workers.

In addition, we are the regulator of the Return to Work scheme and play the key role of protecting the integrity and fairness of the Scheme by monitoring and enforcing compliance with the Act and providing education and support about the health benefits of work.

Still not sure?
We are proud to be recognised as an Endorsed Employer for All Women by WORK180. Research indicates that up to 60% of women and underrepresented groups may hesitate to proceed, even after completing a draft application. We firmly believe that diversity enhances the strength of every team, so even if you don’t tick all the boxes we still want to hear from you.