Insurance Recruitment & Career Opportunities

We connect skilled insurance professionals with Australia’s leading brokers, insurers, and financial services organisations. Whether you’re looking to advance your insurance career or hire top talent, our recruitment specialists understand the compliance, service, and expertise that define this evolving sector.

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Fuse Recruitment is trusted by top Australian companies

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About Our Insurance Recruitment Expertise

About Our Insurance Recruitment Expertise

Fuse Recruitment has been a trusted recruitment partner to Australia’s insurance industry for over a decade. Our deep sector knowledge and national network allow us to deliver skilled professionals across brokerage, claims, underwriting, and risk management. 

We offer tailored recruitment solutions for permanent, contract, and executive roles, helping our clients secure talent that drives retention, compliance, and business growth. 

Our Expertise Covers:
• General, life, and reinsurance recruitment
• Broking and account management
• Claims management and recovery
• Underwriting and product development
• Risk, governance, and compliance
• Executive and leadership appointments
• Workers’ compensation and loss adjusting

Insurance Industry Snapshot

The insurance industry continues to evolve with technology and regulation, creating consistent demand for skilled professionals who deliver trust, service, and compliance excellence. 

552 K+

Australians employed in insurance and financial services

$ 70 B+

in annual industry revenue

5 th

top financial services industry by employment

58 %

of insurance industry employees are over 45 years of age 

Roles we commonly recruit

  • Insurance Broker
  • Assistant Broker
  • Account Executive
  • Senior Account Executive
  • Account Manager
  • Client Service Executive
  • Claims Consultant
  • Claims Officer
  • Claims Manager
  • Loss Adjuster
  • Underwriter
  • Assistant Underwriter
  • Underwriting Manager
  • Insurance Operations Manager
  • Compliance Officer
  • Risk Manager
  • Product Manager
  • Scheme Manager
  • Portfolio Manager
  • Workers' Compensation Specialist
  • Recoveries Officer
  • Claims Team Leader
  • Broking Team Leader
  • Client Service Officer
  • Operations Analyst
  • Broker Support
  • Technical Specialist
  • Insurance Administrator
  • Executive Assistant
  • Branch Manager
  • National Manager

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Career Pathways in Insurance

A career in insurance offers variety, stability, and professional development across multiple pathways, from client servicing and claims to underwriting and leadership. 

Fuse Recruitment connects candidates with permanent, contract, and executive insurance jobs that match their ambitions. 

Featured Role Spotlights:

Claims Consultant

managing claims and client communication with accuracy and empathy

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Underwriter

assessing risk and pricing policies for commercial and personal lines

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Insurance Broker

providing expert advice and managing client portfolios

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Disciplines we recruit for

From business support through to technical and specialist roles, we recruit across a wide scope of disciplines to help organisations build strong, capable teams, and support job seekers in finding opportunities that match their skills and career goals.

Administration & Business Support

Corporate Services

Call Centre & Customer Service

Engineering & Technical

Executive & Leadership

Financial Services

Technology & Transformation

Insurance

Manufacturing & Operations

Scientific

Supply Chain & Logistics

Trades & Labour

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Broking
Claims & Service Providers
Insurance Building & Restoration

Industries we hire insurance talent in

Fuse Recruitment is a specialist recruitment agency that partners with businesses in the insurance, financial services, manufacturing and operations, infrastructure, renewable energy, government, and technology industries across Australia.

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Our Insurance Recruitment Team

Sarah Roberts

Sarah is a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Fuse Recruitment and specialises in recruitment the Insurance and Financial Services sectors throughout Australia.

Sarah Cornelius

Sarah is an experienced recruitment professional leading Fuse’s Insurance & Financial Services division in NSW, with a background spanning Corporate Services, Finance, and Banking.

Lewis Ball

Lewis is a Recruitment Consultant with over 10 years experience across the UK and Australia. With an impressive background in recruitment, he brings a versatile approach to client service and expands Fuse’s presences in the Broking space.

Katrina Miranda

Katrina, a Recruitment Resourcer with a psychology background, specialises in sourcing top talent in insurance. She excels in candidate engagement and building strong professional relationships.

Gabriel Menendez

Gabriel is Recruitment Consultant at Fuse who brings over 3 years of experience, offering tailored solutions in insurance and financial services.

Helena Lo

Helena is a skilled recruitment consultant with a strong retail management background, bringing vast experience and enthusiasm to the insurance sector. Her career has sharpened her ability to excel in fast-paced environments.

Daniel Karmazin

Daniel started off in recruitment in 2016 and has recruited and managed teams across several industries including Insurance, Financial Services & Banking, Contact Centres, Engineering and Surveying.

Aaron White

Aaron is the Team Leader of the Insurance & Financial Services team in Brisbane. Since joining Fuse in 2018, Aaron has partnered with clients across the insurance broking, claims, underwriting, mortgage broking and financial planning sectors.

Amy Hatfield

Amy specialises in insurance and financial services recruitment focusing on claims, broking, underwriting and superannuation, and has a keen eye for recognising talented professionals within the industry.

Madeleine Martin

Madeleine is an experienced recruitment leader with a background specialising in insurance and financial services recruitment in the Australian market since 2007.

Sarah Roberts

Sarah is a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Fuse Recruitment and specialises in recruitment the Insurance and Financial Services sectors throughout Australia.

Sarah Cornelius

Sarah is an experienced recruitment professional leading Fuse’s Insurance & Financial Services division in NSW, with a background spanning Corporate Services, Finance, and Banking.

Lewis Ball

Lewis is a Recruitment Consultant with over 10 years experience across the UK and Australia. With an impressive background in recruitment, he brings a versatile approach to client service and expands Fuse’s presences in the Broking space.

Katrina Miranda

Katrina, a Recruitment Resourcer with a psychology background, specialises in sourcing top talent in insurance. She excels in candidate engagement and building strong professional relationships.

Gabriel Menendez

Gabriel is Recruitment Consultant at Fuse who brings over 3 years of experience, offering tailored solutions in insurance and financial services.

Helena Lo

Helena is a skilled recruitment consultant with a strong retail management background, bringing vast experience and enthusiasm to the insurance sector. Her career has sharpened her ability to excel in fast-paced environments.

Daniel Karmazin

Daniel started off in recruitment in 2016 and has recruited and managed teams across several industries including Insurance, Financial Services & Banking, Contact Centres, Engineering and Surveying.

Aaron White

Aaron is the Team Leader of the Insurance & Financial Services team in Brisbane. Since joining Fuse in 2018, Aaron has partnered with clients across the insurance broking, claims, underwriting, mortgage broking and financial planning sectors.

Amy Hatfield

Amy specialises in insurance and financial services recruitment focusing on claims, broking, underwriting and superannuation, and has a keen eye for recognising talented professionals within the industry.

Madeleine Martin

Madeleine is an experienced recruitment leader with a background specialising in insurance and financial services recruitment in the Australian market since 2007.

Meet our top insurance talent

Meet our top
insurance talent

Heavy Vehicle Technician

Victoria Contract or Temp

Transport and mechanical trades professional with 15+ years of experience across heavy vehicle driving, maintenance, fitting, machining, and manufacturing operations.

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WHS Adviser

Brisbane Contract or Temp

Work Health and Safety professional with 10+ years of experience across manufacturing, food production, and operational environments. Skilled in safety systems, compliance, risk management, and safety culture improvement.

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IT Help Desk Analyst

New South Wales Contract or Temp

IT support professional with 10+ years of experience delivering help desk and technical support across enterprise environments. Skilled in troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues while providing high-quality user support.

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Claims Lead

Western Australia Contract or Temp

Insurance claims professional with 15+ years of experience across commercial, domestic, and complex claims environments. Strong background in leadership, claims strategy, and stakeholder relationship management.

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Motor Claims Assessor

Victoria Contract or Temp

Automotive professional with 5+ years of experience across vehicle repair, quality control, workshop management, and motor insurance assessment. Skilled in coordinating repairs, managing staff, and ensuring quality outcomes.

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Training and Development Manager

Queensland Contract or Temp

Versatile professional with 18+ years of experience in insurance broking and underwriting, later transitioning into training and compliance leadership within manufacturing. Skilled in workforce training, compliance programs, and operational improvement.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your guide to insurance roles, including key industry knowledge, essential skills, career pathways, and the growing demand for talent across Australia’s claims, underwriting, broking, and risk sectors.

What types of insurance jobs are most in demand in Australia?

Roles such as brokers, claims consultants, underwriters, and compliance specialists are highly sought-after across commercial, general, and life insurance sectors. 

What qualifications are required for a career in insurance?

Most insurance professionals complete a Tier 1 or Tier 2 qualification through the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF). Senior roles may also require tertiary qualifications in business, law, or finance. 

Is the insurance industry a good career path in Australia?

Yes, the insurance sector offers excellent job stability, career progression, and transferable skills across financial services, risk, and compliance.

What skills are employers looking for in insurance professionals?

Employers value customer service, attention to detail, communication, and analytical skills. Experience with insurance systems and compliance frameworks is also highly regarded. 

What are the average salaries for insurance jobs in Australia?

  • Claims Consultants / Brokers: $65,000–$90,000 p.a. 
  • Underwriters / Account Managers: $80,000–$120,000 p.a. 
  • Managers / Senior Leaders: $120,000–$180,000+ p.a. 

How can I progress my insurance career?

Developing strong client relationships, pursuing ANZIIF qualifications, and gaining exposure across broking, claims, and underwriting functions are key to career growth. 

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Take your next step with Fuse

Take your next step with Fuse

Your next meaningful connection is just around the corner. Let us take you there.

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