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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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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