Associate People Risk

Who are we?
Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries.
People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.
Associate People Risk
Ready to take your claims or injury management career beyond the desk? We're looking for a People Risk Associate to join our growing team in Perth, working directly with employers, insurers and rehabilitation providers to help solve complex workforce risk challenges.
The opportunity
At Howden, we do things differently. We become trusted partners to our clients, helping them manage workforce risk, improve outcomes, and make better business decisions.
As a People Risk Associate, you'll work directly with employers, insurers, rehabilitation providers and legal professionals to solve complex people risk challenges. From coaching clients on injury management and return-to-work strategies to analysing claims trends and identifying prevention opportunities, no two days are the same.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in Workers Compensation, Claims Management, Injury Management, Allied Health or Insurance who is looking for more variety, autonomy and career progression. This role will also provide exposure to senior business leaders and some of WA's leading brokers and specialists.
Responsibilities will include:
Coaching clients on injury management and return-to-work strategies.
Analysing claims trends and identifying opportunities for prevention.
Building strong relationships with employers, insurers, rehabilitation providers and legal professionals.
Managing a varied caseload of complex people risk challenges.
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Let’s talk about you
We'd love to hear from you if you:
Have strong experience in workers’ compensation and claims management.
Bring strong relationship and stakeholder management skills.
Approach problems with commercial curiosity and a solutions mindset.
Are genuinely passionate about improving client outcomes.
Have an Allied health and injury management background (desirable)
Just as importantly, you will be someone who embodies our cultural values: Put people first, be authentic, challenge complacency, think client, pursue excellence and keen to make your mark.
Why Join Howden?
When you join Howden, you become part of a team that is genuinely proud of the difference we make every day.
Our people are united by a commitment to quality, integrity, and client-centred outcomes – and the exceptional results we consistently achieve are a testament to this culture.
You'll enjoy:
The opportunity to work on real client challenges from day one, gaining exposure to workforce risk, claims strategy and injury management, supported by an experienced team of specialists.
Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities.
Meaningful, values-aligned work with real impact.
A supportive and experienced team who celebrate excellence.
Opportunities to grow your capability through a strong mentoring leadership team.
Remuneration and benefits
In addition to competitive remuneration, we offer free salary continuance insurance, and our industry-leading bonus leave benefit, where employees can qualify for up to two weeks' additional paid leave each year.
What’s next?
If you're looking for a role where you'll be supported to grow your skills, do meaningful work and have the backing of a growing global business, we'd love to hear from you.
If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to our Human Resources team at hraustralia@howdengroup.com.
EEO Statement
We wish to provide a supportive and welcoming workplace environment, which represents the communities and cultures within which we live and work. We have a huge diversity of talent from all walks of life, each with unique experiences and perspectives, all of whom can make a difference. Howden Pacific strives to build an inclusive workplace where our people feel welcome to bring their whole and true self to work, where differences are accepted and where our words and actions are inclusive.
What do we offer in return?
A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:
Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new
We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges
We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond
Reasonable adjustments
We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.
If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.
*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.
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