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Emily Sneddon

Toowoomba

Summary

I am a Senior Solicitor with four years experience in running personal injury claims. I am trained in workers compensation, motor vehicle and public liability matters. I am passionate about making a positive change in people's lives and helping them pursue and secure the just outcome they deserve.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Solicitor

Shine Lawyers
Toowoomba, QLD
06.2021 - Current

I am a personal injury lawyer running workers' compensation, motor vehicle and public liability matters.

  • I have built strong relationships with clients, offering tailored advice and guidance throughout legal proceedings.
  • Managed a diverse caseload, resulting in successful legal representation for various client matters.
  • Negotiated advantageous settlements on behalf of clients.
  • Contributed to business development efforts by participating in networking events and maintaining a high level of client satisfaction.
  • Member of the Business Development team. I have assisted in organising networking and marketing events to increase firm exposure.
  • I have featured in various news articles in support of my clients, including Channel 10, A Current Affair, The Courier Mail and The Chronicle.
  • I am a high achiever and I have successfully hit all of my targets for four consecutive years - this includes daily units and the annual billing of my matters.

Insurance Broker

Fitton Insurance Brokers
Toowoomba, QLD
06.2019 - Current
  • Cultivated positive relationships with providers to drive profits.
  • Provided information and answered questions via personal meetings, telephone calls and email.
  • Coded claims forms and mediated disputes between carriers and clients.
  • Promoted client retention through high-quality service and follow through.
  • Made appointments with potential clients to discuss products.
  • Analysed customer needs and provided best options, upselling products and services.
  • Insurance claims

Administration Assistant

Austbrokers HCI
Toowoomba, QLD
07.2018 - 06.2019
  • Processed financial documents, including contracts, expense reports and invoices.
  • Monitoring spreadsheets and updating reports.
  • Organising insurance policies for clients
  • Assisting with claim processing
  • Greeted visitors or callers daily to handle inquiries or direct to appropriate persons.

Banking/Lending Specialist

Suncorp
Toowoomba, QLD
12.2017 - 07.2018
  • Educated customers on variety of loan products and available credit options to promote valuable decision-making.
  • Analysed applicants' financial status, credit and property evaluation to determine feasibility of granting loan.
  • Opened new accounts and served existing customers based on individual financial needs.
  • Promoted and sold banking products and financial services.

Insurance Specialist

Suncorp
Toowoomba, QLD
07.2016 - 12.2017
  • Fostered relationships with customers to expand customer base and enhance loyalty and retention.
  • Stayed current on industry trends and changes and participated in professional development opportunities to strengthen product and service knowledge.
  • Closed sales on new policies by presenting insurance options to customers accurately and efficiently.

Hospitality Worker

Subway
Toowoomba, QLD
03.2015 - 07.2016
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Collaborated with team to deliver timely service of items.
  • Put together multiple, concurrent orders during customer rushes, including dinner and lunch hours.
  • Customer service

Sales Assistant

YD.
Toowoomba, QLD
10.2014 - 03.2015
  • Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies and promotions.
  • Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success toward common sales, service and operational goals.
  • Customer service

Sales Assistant

Lorna Jane
Brisbane, QLD
03.2013 - 10.2014
  • Suggested appropriate products and answered questions for customers.
  • Reset store displays for special events and seasonal merchandise changes.
  • Handled credit and debit card payment processing to complete purchasing experience.

Hospitality Worker

Sumo Salad
Toowoomba, QLD
01.2011 - 03.2013
  • Provided friendly attentive service to guests, clarifying any customer issues or concerns.
  • Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Safely operated ovens, fryers and grills to prevent injuries and accidents.
  • Stock rotation

Hospitality Worker

Subway
Toowoomba, QLD
01.2009 - 01.2011

Education

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice - Law

College Of Law
Brisbane, QLD
12.2021

Bachelor's Degree - Law

University Of Southern Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD
12.2020

Bachelor's Degree - Business

University Of Southern Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD
12.2020

Tier 2 - Insurance Broking

The Financial Services School
Brisbane, QLD
03.2020

Certificate 3 - Business (Sales)

TAFE Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD
10.2013

Certificate 3 - Retail

TAFE Queensland
Toowoomba
12.2012

Skills

  • Legal drafting
  • Legal research
  • Personal Injury Litigation - I have assisted and ran my own file to trial (mid-2024)
  • Negotiation
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strategic thinking
  • Strong communication skills
  • Strong organisational skills
  • Self motivated
  • Rapport and relationship building with clients
  • Empathetic and understanding demeanour toward clients
  • Strong ability to advocate for clients
  • Track record of bringing in a high number of personal referrals

References

Patrick Kelly - Professional Reference 

Legal Practice Manager - Shine Lawyers Toowoomba

Ph. 0481 273 330 

Katie Burge - Professional Reference 

Former Settlement Service Officer - Shine Lawyers Toowoomba

Ph. 0455 488 559

Michael Foreman - Personal Reference 

Senior Constable - Queensland Police Service 

Ph. 0403 134 900

Timeline

Senior Solicitor

Shine Lawyers
06.2021 - Current

Insurance Broker

Fitton Insurance Brokers
06.2019 - Current

Administration Assistant

Austbrokers HCI
07.2018 - 06.2019

Banking/Lending Specialist

Suncorp
12.2017 - 07.2018

Insurance Specialist

Suncorp
07.2016 - 12.2017

Hospitality Worker

Subway
03.2015 - 07.2016

Sales Assistant

YD.
10.2014 - 03.2015

Sales Assistant

Lorna Jane
03.2013 - 10.2014

Hospitality Worker

Sumo Salad
01.2011 - 03.2013

Hospitality Worker

Subway
01.2009 - 01.2011

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice - Law

College Of Law

Bachelor's Degree - Law

University Of Southern Queensland

Bachelor's Degree - Business

University Of Southern Queensland

Tier 2 - Insurance Broking

The Financial Services School

Certificate 3 - Business (Sales)

TAFE Queensland

Certificate 3 - Retail

TAFE Queensland
Emily Sneddon