How did you get started in the insurance industry.
Prior to accepting a role within insurance, I spent a significant amount of time working within a legal firm which specialises in workers compensation matters and employment law.
After I had graduated, I was looking for some legal work and I had noticed that it had become increasingly difficult to obtain a position as there were limited positions available. After searching for quite some time, I spoke to a recruitment agent who suggested that roles may exist for a person with a legal qualification working in a claims department as a liability claims administrator.
After a period of time, a role became available and I was successful in obtaining that position. From there, the rest is history... I continued to acquire skills and knowledge which propelled me through the industry.
You are heavily involved with industry activities and engagement outside your role. What makes you passionate about the industry?
Our industry is always changing and no matter where you may be, there will always be somewhere to work, whether your skills may be in the legal, finance and accounting, engineering, or even data science.
Depending on your outlook, our insurance industry can have a positive impact on the lives of members of the public as insurance can guard against unforeseen events and can protect the livelihoods of our insureds. That is a very motivating factor for me.
I always enjoy coming to work and not knowing what sort of interesting matter will hit my desk! It may be a slip and trip in a supermarket, an assault in a licensed venue or a mining accident in a coal mine.
Lastly, the benefit of working in a great industry is having the opportunity to work with great people. So far, I have forged many longstanding relationships with a number of inspiring people who make coming to work all the more enjoyable.