Workplace Risk Intern

Workplace Risk Intern

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Workplace Risk Intern

The WTW Pacific Intern Program is a structured, immersive experience designed for students to bridge the gap between academic study and professional practice in insurance and risk management.

Program Structure & Eligibility

• Academic Status: This program is specifically designed for students in their final year of studies.
• Work-Study Balance: You will continue to complete your degree while simultaneously gaining practical experience working within our business.
• Duration & Commitment: The program runs for 10 months, requiring a commitment on average of 2–3 days per week.
• Employment Basis: Interns work on a casual basis, utilising a timesheet system to be paid for the specific hours worked (typically 2–3 days).

Day-to-Day Learning

• Direct Mentorship: You will work directly alongside a Client Manager, receiving hands-on on-the-job training and support.
• Core Tasks: The role involves a diverse range of administrative, project-based, and research-oriented tasks.
• Supportive Environment: You will work alongside experienced, committed, and supportive colleagues.

Career Pathway

• Future Opportunities: At the conclusion of the 10-month term, there may be an opportunity to transition into a permanent position with the firm, depending on current business openings.

Position Overview

• Role: Intern, Workplace Risk
• Location: Sydney
• Duration: 10 months, 2-3 days per week
• Reporting To: Katherine Lamont

Core Responsibilities

The Intern will support the Workplace Risk team with key tasks:

• Administrative Support: Assist in the preparation of internal Team reports and projects.
• Data Collation: Gather client data and collate for internal and external meetings.
• Market Research: Conduct research on industry trends and legislative changes as applicable.
• System Management: Maintain up-to-date internal databases to support the Team activities.
• Market Engagement: Shadow Senior Consultants in meetings; actively participate in internal briefings and practice professional etiquette in high-stakes environments.

Interpersonal & Behavioral Competencies

• Active Listening & Observation: The ability to distil complex information and ask clarifying questions.
• Professional Presence: Representing the firm with poise and clarity, whether communicating via email, phone, or in person.
• Collaborative Spirit: Proactively offering support to team members during peak periods and being a "team-first" contributor.
• Adaptability: Maintaining a positive and flexible attitude when project timelines or client requirements shift rapidly.
• Emotional Intelligence: Demonstrating empathy and self-awareness when navigating different stakeholder perspectives

WTW Values Alignment

• Client Focus: Acting in our clients' best interests by striving to understand their needs and exceeding their expectations.
• Teamwork: Bringing innovative solutions and world-class advice by working together; "When you get one of us, you get all of us".
• Integrity: Maintaining the trust of our clients through professionalism and accountability for our actions and results.
• Respect: Supporting and celebrating differences while managing relationships, both inside and outside the company, with fairness.
• Excellence: An unrelenting focus on innovation, quality, risk management, and personal growth.

Qualifications

• Working towards the completion of an undergraduate degree in a field relevant to professional services, such as business, allied health, law, finance, information technology, computer science or a related technical field.
• Strong verbal communication: Ability to articulate complex ideas clearly to diverse audiences.
• Attention to detail: Ensuring accuracy of record keeping.
• Relationship Management: An aptitude for building rapport and maintaining positive professional networks.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.