Janani Chethana Hewa Pedige
Hastings,Akina
Summary
Highly skilled and results-driven professional with extensive experience in administration, insurance underwriting, and procurement. Proven track record in managing administrative functions, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and optimizing operational processes. Expertise includes underwriting marine and travel insurance policies, coordinating with vendors and suppliers for procurement, and managing purchase orders to support business continuity. Adept at analyzing data, preparing detailed reports, and maintaining accurate records. Excels in team leadership, training, and relationship management. Known for strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering high-quality service. Dedicated to driving efficiency and contributing to the success of the organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Admin Assistant
Bostock Brothers
, New Zealand
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Managed compliance documentation.
- Managed data integration within Microsoft Office applications.
- Maintained organized and up-to-date farm paperwork.
- Outlined comprehensive steps for farm operations and planning.
- Developed a dashboard utilizing historical data.
Assistant Manager Purchasing and Administration
Consol – Construction Solutions Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Procured construction supplies for company needs.
- Collaborated with site supervisors and suppliers to secure construction goods.
- Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Performed regular assessments to identify employee improvement areas.
- Maintained operational efficiency of the purchasing company.
- Recorded and managed inventory of goods.
- Executed vendor price negotiations.
- Handle internal insurance policies and coordinate with insurers to maintain health insurance coverage.
- Monitored policy renewal processes to ensure timely completion.
- Attend to all claims and obtain the correct claim amount on time.
Executive – Commercial and Procurement Department
Access Engineering PLC
05.2019 - 01.2022
- Coordinate with insurance companies to obtain quotations for policy covers such as contractors' all risk, personal accident benefit, plant and machinery, workmen's compensation, professional indemnity, fire and burglary, and marine insurance.
- Evaluated various options to select the best quotations.
- Coordinated with respective insurance companies to secure compensation against policy cover.
- Managed policy renewals of existing clients.
- Deliver comprehensive presentations to new and existing employees.
- Generate essential management reports.
- Drafted comprehensive annual reports covering critical details.
Insurance Officer – Underwriter Marine, Travel and Miscellaneous Department
LOL General Insurance Company Ltd
08.2013 - 03.2017
- Providing marine and travel insurance cover tailored to the needs of clients.
- Developed and implemented insurance policies to meet client needs.
- Assisted in underwriting new business, renewals, endorsements and cancellations.
- Prepare monthly and annual reports for financial reporting and support management reports.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from customers about their coverage or any other matters related to their policy.
- Developed strong connections with brokers, agents and third-party administrators.
- Conducted training programs for new employees.
- Conducted market research for competitive coverage options, and reviewed and evaluated cost reduction opportunities.
Insurance Assistance – Underwriter Motor Department
LOL Insurance Company Ltd
04.2011 - 08.2013
- Underwrote motor and non-motor policies including fire, engineering, and legal categories.
- Ensured precision of all actions until the customer received the insurance policy.
- Prepared necessary documents for consumer company's auto insurance fleet delivery.
- Investigated deficiencies in submitted customer documents.
- Generated notices for clients with outstanding premiums exceeding two months.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulations and compliance requirements.
- Communicated effectively with lenders, brokers and other external partners involved in transactions.
- Trained junior underwriters and support staff in underwriting processes and policies.
Receptionist
Lanka Orix Insurance Brokers
10.2009 - 04.2011
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
- Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
- Handled daily mail distribution.
- Handled customer inquiries and complaints, providing timely and appropriate solutions.
- Handled mail distribution, including sorting and forwarding incoming mail and preparing outgoing mail.
- Provided essential administrative support throughout the company as required.
Education
Master of Applied Management -
Eastern Institute of Technology
Napier, New Zealand09-2024
Master of Business Administration -
University of Bedfordshire
United Kingdom07-2021
Bachelor of Science Business Administration - General
Sri Jayawardenapura University
Sri Lanka07-2018
Certificate in Accounts And Administration - Accounting And Finance, MYOB, Xero
The Career Academy
Christchurch, NZ10-2024
Skills
- Underwriting Proficiency
- Data Management Proficiency
- Organizational Skills
- Client Relationship Management
- Team Development
- Excel Spreadsheet Proficiency
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 10/19/88
Driverlicenseno
ED393159
Timeline
Admin Assistant
Bostock Brothers
01.2024 - 07.2024
Assistant Manager Purchasing and Administration
Consol – Construction Solutions Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
03.2022 - 02.2023
Executive – Commercial and Procurement Department
Access Engineering PLC
05.2019 - 01.2022
Insurance Officer – Underwriter Marine, Travel and Miscellaneous Department
LOL General Insurance Company Ltd
08.2013 - 03.2017
Insurance Assistance – Underwriter Motor Department
LOL Insurance Company Ltd
04.2011 - 08.2013
Receptionist
Lanka Orix Insurance Brokers
10.2009 - 04.2011
Master of Applied Management -
Eastern Institute of Technology
Master of Business Administration -
University of Bedfordshire
Bachelor of Science Business Administration - General
Sri Jayawardenapura University
Certificate in Accounts And Administration - Accounting And Finance, MYOB, Xero
The Career Academy
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