2027 Human Resources Graduate Program - Indigenous Designated Role

Start your career with the IAG Graduate Program and build a future that’s ready for anything. As a Human Resource Graduate, you'll be part of the largest general insurance group in Australia and New Zealand. 

We invite Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to join IAG and our community. Here, you’ll have plenty of opportunities for professional growth, with access to cultural and ceremonial leave. Most importantly, you’ll be in a safe and supportive space where you can truly be yourself. IAG is dedicated to reconciliation and enhancing career opportunities for our Indigenous employees, proudly supporting this journey for years. 

Our Human Resource Graduate Program is open to candidates based in Gadigal Country (Sydney), commencing on 8 February 2027. This is an 18-month full-time program that offers multiple rotations and exposure across your chosen field.  

From day one, you will be a permanent full-time employee and will have a permanent role upon completion. You’ll enjoy the full range of IAG benefits and flexibility, including hybrid working, comprehensive learning and development opportunities (such as a buddy system, IAG Academy and LinkedIn Learning), up to 50% off your personal insurance, and partner discounts on flights, tech and more.  

What You’ll Do  

Join the Graduate Program in one of two specialities (Human Resources or Communications) gaining hands-on experience, learning from experienced professionals and contributing to work that shapes IAG’s people experience and reputation. 

As a Human Resources Graduate in our People, Performance & Reputation division:

• Support our People Operations and People Connect teams with the end-to-end employee lifecycle, including contracts, onboarding/offboarding and employee enquiries
• Work with stakeholders to manage people and performance-related matters helping to deliver practical and timely outcomes
• Assist with remuneration benchmarking and review activities
• Support with people strategy, people plan initiatives including Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), culture and capability programs 

As a Communications & Corporate Affairs Graduate in our People, Performance & Reputation division:

• Support the development and delivery of multi-brand content strategies and campaigns
• Help amplify our advocacy campaigns across owned platforms and channels to key stakeholder audiences
• Develop written materials to support internal corporate communications and sustainability team initiatives 

What You’ll Bring

You’re enthusiastic, curious and motivated to build a career that makes a positive impact for people and communities. 

• A university degree or higher (graduated in 2024-2025) or be in your penultimate year of university with graduation expected by the end of 2026  

• A credit average achievement (65%+)   

• A collaborative, team focused mindset and strong communication skills 

• Ability to work at least 2 days per week in the Gadigal Country (Darling Park 2, Sydney) office in line with our hybrid working approach 

• You identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander 

This role is a designated role and only available to a person that identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. This role has been created as a special measure to promote equal opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in accordance with relevant equal opportunity legislation. For the purposes of New South Wales, IAG has been granted an exemption under section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW) to designate, advertise and recruit roles for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons. 

What We Offer  

• Competitive salary 

• A buddy for support throughout the program 

• Cultural leave options include Sorry Business, NAIDOC Week, and public holiday swaps 

• Indigenous Employee Network Group (ENG), dedicated development opportunities and Mob to Mob support 

• Boosted superannuation with 13% as standard 

• 20 days annual leave + 5 days MyLeave (extra leave for what’s important to you) 

• Work from home and many more flexibility options with myFlex (hybrid-friendly roles only) 

• Up to 50% off personal insurance, including home and motor insurance 

• Partner discounts on private health insurance, tech & appliances, and many more 

• Industry-leading 20 weeks paid parental leave 

• Access to LinkedIn Learning, the award-winning IAG Academy, study assistance and secondment opportunities 

*employment type eligibility criteria apply 

To learn more about our commitment to creating meaningful career opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people visit our IAG Indigenous Careers page. 

We’re ready for you. Apply today.

Applications close: Thursday 2 April 2026, midday 12:00PM AEDT  
  

Adjustments and Support   
  
If you require any support or adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to recruitment@iag.com.au for a confidential conversation.   

 
  
More About Us   
  
As part of IAG you'll enjoy a world of career opportunities, a purpose-led place focused on creating connection and belonging, and where you can create meaningful impact every day and grow your career beyond the expected. That’s not just words. It’s our people promise. We're ready for you with unexpected opportunities for your career, your work-life and your ability to make a difference. We celebrate all viewpoints shaped by life experiences and culture, and are guided by the knowledge and voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, businesses, and communities. We collaborate on Indigenous-led solutions that enable growth and create meaningful change for our customers and employees.