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Abbey Hobson

Nundah

Summary

Creative Business Development Manager with an impressive track record of improving sales and growing the company's customer base. Innovative program management, strategic planning and team leadership skills. Successful team builder with exceptional communication abilities. Prior experience in the legal industry as a Paralegal conducting productive research, preparing legal documents and handling correspondence. Detail-oriented and collaborative worker with proven leadership. Proficient in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines and anticipate the diverse needs of any team. Self-motivated to identify and capitalise on emerging market trends and revenue opportunities.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Manager

Medicolegal Assessments Group
02.2024 - Current
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decisionmakers.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans for business growth, resulting in increased market share and profitability.
  • Delivered compelling sales presentations to prospective clients, highlighting the unique value proposition of our products and services.
  • Collaborated closely with marketing teams to develop targeted campaigns that generated high-quality leads for the sales pipeline.
  • Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
  • Represented company and promoted products at conferences and industry events.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and potential areas of expansion.

Senior Client Solutions Consultant

Medicolegal Assessments Group
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Improved client satisfaction by effectively managing multiple projects and consistently meeting deadlines.
  • Developed innovative strategies for clients, resulting in increased revenue and business growth.
  • Streamlined internal processes to enhance team efficiency and improve overall project outcomes.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
  • Enhanced communication among team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Claims Manager

Allianz Insurance
01.2022 - 11.2023
  • Determined liability outlined in coverage and assessed documentation such from police and healthcare providers to understand damages incurred.
  • Strong relationship building ability with law firms and medicolegal providers.
  • Utilized appropriate cost containment techniques to reduce overall claim costs.
  • Conducted full claim investigations and reported updates and legal actions.
  • Followed up with Solicitor on unresolved issues.
  • Estimated quantifiable characteristics of claims
  • Analyzed information gathered by investigation and reported findings and recommendations.
  • Negotiated at compulsory conferences to resolve disputes.
  • Resolved complex, severe exposure claims using high service oriented file handling.

Paralegal

Armfield O'Brien Law
08.2020 - 01.2022
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation and information for discovery request.
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions and pleadings.
  • Communicated with outside vendors on behalf of attorneys and legal departments.
  • Created highly researched and articulate legal paperwork such as pleadings, contracts and briefs.
  • Maintained ongoing communication with opposing parties from discovery to trial phase to facilitate expeditious litigation.
  • Analyzed evidence gathering and presentation, client counseling, and jury selection methods processes for civil litigation.
  • Answered calls and emails addressing customer inquiries, solving problems and providing information to clients.
  • Surpassed specific company objectives by cooperating with staff to implement project initiatives.
  • Drafted correspondence and legal documentation and disseminated materials to appropriate parties.

Litigation Administrative Assistant

Everingham Lawyers
11.2019 - 08.2020
  • Assisted attorneys with case organization and administrative tasks.
  • Uploaded data into Silq for review and pre-processing.
  • Prepared, indexed and developed exhibits such as briefs, client documents and court documents.
  • Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels.
  • Transcribed information from typed or handwritten notes, shorthand or dictation and confirmed accuracy and correct formatting of documents.
  • Executed time sheet and entered them for billing.
  • Diligently edited legal correspondence for grammar and spelling.

Education

Bachelor - Business

University of Sunshine Coast
11.2024

High School Diploma -

Grace Lutheran College
Rothwell QLD
11.2019

Skills

  • Time management skills applied professionally
  • Extensive communication skills with clients and fellow staff members
  • Punctual and takes pride in all jobs assigned
  • Strong customer service with internal and external stakeholders
  • Negotiation and settlement skills
  • Prospect targeting
  • Market Penetration
  • Revenue development

References

Paul Everingham, Senior Partner at Everingham Lawyers

Email: paeveringham@gmail.com

Phone: 0412655477


James Newton, Team Leader at Allianz

Phone: 0472994574

Timeline

Business Development Manager

Medicolegal Assessments Group
02.2024 - Current

Senior Client Solutions Consultant

Medicolegal Assessments Group
11.2023 - 02.2024

Claims Manager

Allianz Insurance
01.2022 - 11.2023

Paralegal

Armfield O'Brien Law
08.2020 - 01.2022

Litigation Administrative Assistant

Everingham Lawyers
11.2019 - 08.2020

Bachelor - Business

University of Sunshine Coast

High School Diploma -

Grace Lutheran College
Abbey Hobson