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.

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.

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.

Will Westcott

Will is a dedicated Recruitment Resourcer with two years of experience across the insurance and financial services sectors, including superannuation.

Mathew Westcott

Mathew is the Managing Director of Fuse Recruitment, a leading specialist recruitment consulting business in the Manufacturing & Operations, Insurance & Financial Services, Infrastructure & Renewable Energy, and Technology & Transformation industry.

Tyson McNeilly

Tyson McNeilly, CEO and Co-Founder, has been pivotal in driving Fuse’s growth, focusing on operational excellence, profitability, and the development of the team.

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.

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.

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.

Will Westcott

Will is a dedicated Recruitment Resourcer with two years of experience across the insurance and financial services sectors, including superannuation.

Mathew Westcott

Mathew is the Managing Director of Fuse Recruitment, a leading specialist recruitment consulting business in the Manufacturing & Operations, Insurance & Financial Services, Infrastructure & Renewable Energy, and Technology & Transformation industry.

Tyson McNeilly

Tyson McNeilly, CEO and Co-Founder, has been pivotal in driving Fuse’s growth, focusing on operational excellence, profitability, and the development of the team.

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

Mechanical Plumber

Queensland Contract or Temp

This trade-qualified plumber brings over seven years of hands-on experience across commercial, domestic, and mechanical plumbing, with a current focus on mechanical plumbing. They have developed strong practical expertise in plumbing maintenance, drainage systems, and split-system heat pump installations.

They hold a VBA Registration, High Risk Work Licence issued by Energy Safe Victoria, and a Construction Induction (White Card), supported by an extensive range of machinery tickets, including Scissor Lift, Vertical Lift, Skid Steer, Backhoe, and Excavator. This combination of trade qualifications and equipment licences makes them a well-rounded and immediately deployable candidate across a range of project environments.

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Welder & Fabricator

Victoria Contract or Temp

Trade-qualified welder and fabricator brings hands-on experience across trailer manufacturing environments, specialising in precision welding, metal fabrication, and component assembly. Skilled in working with varying metal thicknesses and complex builds, they consistently deliver high-quality, durable outputs aligned to production standards.

They have experience operating CNC plasma cutting machinery, calibrating welding equipment, and optimising fabrication processes to improve efficiency, reduce rework, and support reliable production outcomes. With strong attention to detail and a focus on structural integrity, they contribute effectively to fast-paced workshop environments.

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Sales Director

New South Wales Contract or Temp

Brings extensive experience across mortgage broking, financial services, and digital marketing, with a proven track record of driving revenue growth and exceeding performance targets. Currently operating as a mortgage broker, they have rapidly risen to top-tier performance, ranking in the top 3 for held appointments and leading booking volumes across a large sales cohort.

With a background in leading cross-regional sales teams and closing high-value deals, they combine strong commercial acumen with exceptional client engagement and conversion capability. Known for developing and executing strategic sales initiatives, they consistently deliver measurable outcomes in high-pressure, target-driven environments.

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Head of Investment & Policy

Queensland Contract or Temp

Brings 20+ years of experience delivering large-scale economic development, infrastructure, and policy outcomes across complex, politically sensitive environments. With deep networks across government, industry, and investment sectors, they specialise in stakeholder engagement, policy influence, and strategic program delivery.

They have led high-performing multidisciplinary teams and managed portfolios exceeding $100M, consistently delivering measurable outcomes, including $5B+ in economic impact, major capital investment attraction, and successful delivery of large-scale infrastructure and grant programs.

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Freight Operations Lead

New South Wales Contract or Temp

Experienced import operations specialist brings strong capability across FCL, LCL, and air freight, managing high-volume shipments end-to-end within fast-paced freight forwarding environments. Currently overseeing 40+ weekly shipments, they combine hands-on CargoWise expertise with strong operational coordination across global agents, carriers, and transport providers.

 With experience leading team meetings and monitoring productivity, they contribute to both operational efficiency and team performance, while maintaining strong client communication and service standards.

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Governance & Compliance Leader

Victoria Contract or Temp

A senior enterprise risk professional brings extensive experience across financial services, specialising in risk frameworks, governance, and compliance transformation. With a strong track record in uplifting risk maturity, they have successfully partnered with executives and boards to embed robust risk cultures, enhance reporting, and strengthen organisational resilience.

They are highly skilled in developing and implementing enterprise-wide risk and compliance frameworks, improving incident management, and delivering data-driven insights that support strategic decision-making. Known for their stakeholder influence and ability to translate complex risk concepts into actionable outcomes, they consistently drive accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement across organisations.

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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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