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Simon Verdon

Wangaratta,VIC

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in team leadership and strategic planning at Commonwealth Bank. Expert in project management and regulatory compliance, I excel at building relationships that drive growth. Successfully enhanced service delivery and increased market share, demonstrating a commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner

JEV Vic Pty Ltd
Wangaratta, Vic
10.2022 - Current
  • Managed daily operations and staff scheduling to ensure smooth business flow.
  • Maintained financial records and prepared budgets for operational expenses.
  • Cultivated relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and pricing.
  • Established quality control measures to uphold product standards and service excellence.
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
  • Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Provided direction and guidance to employees.
  • Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
  • Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
  • Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
  • Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
  • Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship, and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
  • Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
  • Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
  • Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
  • Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.

Licensed Real Estate Agent

O'Briens Real Estate Joyce
Wangaratta, Vic
06.2019 - 09.2022
  • Facilitated property showings to prospective buyers and clients.
  • Negotiated offers and contracts on behalf of clients effectively.
  • Conducted market analysis to determine property values and trends.
  • Built relationships with clients through excellent communication and service.
  • Coordinated open houses and promotional events for listings.
  • Managed listing updates on multiple real estate platforms efficiently.
  • Advised clients on financing options and mortgage processes effectively.
  • Collaborated with other real estate professionals for seamless transactions.
  • Researched comparable sales data within an area using multiple sources such as MLS listings and public records.
  • Provided accurate estimates of property values to customers based on current market conditions.
  • Created realtor and buyer incentives and strategies with agents, builders and buyers.
  • Monitored competitors' activities and identified opportunities for new listings.
  • Interacted with appraisers, home inspectors, title companies, mortgage brokers, attorneys, and surveyors during the course of a transaction.
  • Attended conferences and seminars regarding industry best practices and emerging trends in real estate.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop innovative marketing strategies that effectively promoted our services.
  • Reviewed purchase agreements prior to signing by both parties involved in a transaction.
  • Advised clients on strategies to maximize the value of their real estate investments.
  • Developed detailed reports outlining estimated sale prices for residential homes.
  • Negotiated contracts and coordinate with lenders, attorneys and inspectors.
  • Cold called clients to obtain exclusives.
  • Generated lists of for-sale properties.
  • Gathered, distributed and maintained materials for marketing plans.
  • Fielded client complaints and issues about community to promote positive relations.
  • Reviewed sales strategies and marketing plans to optimize strategies and enhance results.
  • Organized open houses and showings of properties for potential buyers.
  • Created professional listing presentations, brochures, and flyers for prospective buyers.
  • Provided excellent customer service throughout all stages of a transaction including pre-listing consultation through post-closing follow-up.
  • Actively participated in networking events with colleagues from other firms to increase referral business.
  • Utilized various marketing techniques such as social media outreach, email campaigns, and direct mailers to generate leads.
  • Assisted clients in obtaining financing from lenders or other financial institutions as needed.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of zoning regulations, deed restrictions, and other legal requirements related to real estate transactions.
  • Negotiated sales contracts and facilitated the closing process.
  • Facilitated real estate purchases by reviewing listings, accompanying clients to properties and communicating sale conditions.
  • Maintained current and accurate CRM database of prospective customers.
  • Managed sales pipeline by actively following up with prospects and hot leads.
  • Communicated with clients to determine property needs and budget constraints.
  • Scheduled and attended weekly appointments with clients.
  • Advised clients on market conditions, pricing and legal requirements for property transactions.
  • Established and maintained positive relationships with owner banks, non-owner banks, attorneys, mortgage lenders and builders.
  • Developed and presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
  • Explained financial requirements and analytical data to potential buyers and sellers.
  • Increased personal revenue by completing multiple home and property sales.
  • Advised clients on market conditions, prices, mortgages, and legal requirements.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with existing clients to ensure repeat business.
  • Presented properties to potential buyers and addressed questions.
  • Oversaw and negotiated offers for real estate purchases on clients' behalf.
  • Managed real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
  • Promoted property sales through advertisements, open houses and participation in multiple listing services.
  • Showed residential properties and explained features, value and benefits of available homes.

Regional Manager Agriculture and Business

Commonwealth Bank
Albury, NSW
02.2016 - 05.2019
  • Led regional team meetings to align on goals and strategies.
  • Developed training programs for staff to enhance service delivery.
  • Analysed customer feedback to improve product offerings and services.
  • Implemented marketing initiatives to increase customer engagement.
  • Managed budgets and resources effectively across the region.
  • Fostered relationships with local businesses to drive community involvement.
  • Supervised performance reviews and provided constructive feedback to team members.
  • Established goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and standards of performance for all personnel in the region.
  • Trained staff on product knowledge, customer service techniques, sales strategies.
  • Managed regional operations including inventory control, staffing levels, logistics, customer service.
  • Created and maintained relationships with key customers in the region.
  • Provided mentorship and coaching to staff members throughout the region as needed.
  • Handled human resource concerns and established plans to handle issues consistently and efficiently.
  • Monitored team progress towards achievement of goals and objectives set forth by executive management.
  • Conducted regular meetings with district managers to discuss sales performance and provide guidance on improvement tactics.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws related to employment practices within the region.
  • Resolved conflicts between customers and employees within the region.
  • Aligned procedures and protocols with changing business demands.
  • Cultivated and maintained solid partner relationships to drive mutually beneficial collaboration and bottom-line profits.
  • Minimized turnover through effective training and employee engagement programs.
  • Reviewed monthly reports from individual districts regarding sales figures and other metrics.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism when interacting with customers or vendors in person or over phone and email communication.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase market share in the region.
  • Organized promotional events to generate interest in products or services offered by the company.
  • Maximized branch revenue by optimizing daily operations.
  • Hired talented, trainable team members, and drove new business strategies to grow revenues.
  • Collaborated closely with Human Resources department on matters related to employee relations.
  • Worked with direct reports to develop and implement action plans, improving operating results.
  • Mentored team members by demonstrating best practices for sales and customer service.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with associates and team leadership.
  • Identified and developed top talent to promote performance-oriented culture.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.

Education

High School Diploma -

Balwyn High School
Balwyn North, VIC
11-1986

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting

Charles Sturt University
Albury, NSW

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Project management
  • Strategic planning
  • Relationship building
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Customer service

Certification

Coaching Mastery qualification

Accomplishments

  • Selected to represent support "Mentoring Women" Program

Timeline

Owner

JEV Vic Pty Ltd
10.2022 - Current

Licensed Real Estate Agent

O'Briens Real Estate Joyce
06.2019 - 09.2022

Regional Manager Agriculture and Business

Commonwealth Bank
02.2016 - 05.2019

High School Diploma -

Balwyn High School

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting

Charles Sturt University

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