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Simr Sandhu

Christchurch,CAN

Summary

Experienced professional insurance consultant with a track record of delivering customized insurance solutions. Proficient in risk assessment, policy analysis, and providing advisory services to clients. Emphasizes collaboration within a team and achieving tangible outcomes. Adaptable to changing circumstances, known for reliability and effective communication. Possesses strong problem-solving abilities, a keen willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Ready to contribute to team success and drive positive results. Eager to take on new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in business management, adept at navigating obstacles. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach towards new tasks. Recognized for adaptability, creativity, and a results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

PERSONAL INSURANCE CONSULTANT

IAG - BNZ
09.2022 - Current
  • Established lasting relationships with BNZ customers, key industry partners, including, carriers, and service providers to better serve client needs.
  • Conducted comprehensive policy audits for clients, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborated with senior underwriters to negotiate favourable terms for clients, ensuring optimal insurance plan offerings.
  • Assessed clients'' needs by conducting in-depth interviews, gathering information on assets, liabilities, and potential risks.
  • Coordinated with legal counsel to address complex policy issues or disputes, providing expert guidance in the resolution process.
  • Organized regular client check-ins to review policy changes or updates to ensure continued alignment with individual needs and goals.
  • Educated clients on insurance policies and procedures.
  • Monitored customer feedback and identified areas of improvement.
  • Analyzed customer needs to provide customized insurance solutions.
  • Analyzed risk factors to recommend appropriate coverage levels.
  • Conducted annual reviews of existing policies to update information.
  • Determined financial needs by assessing existing coverage and aligning new products and services with long-term goals.
  • Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
  • Managed 30-40 outbound calls, emails and faxes per day from customers

STORE MANAGER

BURGERFUEL CHRISTCHURCH
11.2013 - 03.2022
  • Accountable for restaurant with weekly sales of $22 thousand, including duties like hiring, training, rostering, while prioritizing healthy work environment and professional growth of employees.
  • Directly accountable and responsible for 5 managers and 12 staff, health and safety, Implementation of standards and corporate strategy, reported directly to Franchisee.
  • Constant monitoring, control and growth of profit margins
  • Positive growth in sales stores wide from 2019
  • Developing Customer base by providing quality and customer service, handling customer complaints efficiently and in a positive way
  • Motivating and leading the team to reach set target goals
  • Complying with Incident reports and gathering market intelligence
  • Staff induction and orientation.
  • Managing stores by preparing for weekly to project sales, reaching the store target with strategy planning, by recording and collating on a weekly basis.
  • Developing the Business by identifying new business opportunities and continuous improvement.
  • Coached Team members in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Reviewed and monitored scheduling, purchases and other expenses to maintain quarterly budget.
  • Stock management : Generate purchase order and maintain stock levels
  • Monitor min/max levels, stock condition, quality and wastage
  • Proper stock usage and make arrangements as per business needs
  • Provide accurate and timely stock reports

Education

Diploma Level 6 - Business Management

National Institute of Business Studies
Christchurch
05.2013

Diploma Level 6 - Computer Graphic Design

Yoobee College of Creative Innovation
Christchurch
02.2009

Skills

  • Customer support
  • Team collaboration skills
  • Strategic decision-making
  • In-depth product knowledge
  • Risk evaluation expertise
  • Customer relationship management

Accomplishments

  • Being store manager, managed 3 stores with weekly sales of $80-90k
  • Trained 15+ shift managers and 40+ staff members in course of my career.
  • Achieved Best store award and Health & Safety award while working at Burgerfuel S&H ltd.
  • Worked as Training and Business Development Manager for S & H Management for limited time period. I made training plans, performed recruitment and Hiring, executed Safety and shop operation Audits, compliance with HQ/Govt. requirements for 3 Stores.
  • Designed a Healthy work environment for 40+ employees.

Additional Information

  • Managed 3 stores with weekly sales of $80-90k.
  • Trained 15+ managers and 40+ staff members in course of my career.
  • Achieved Best store award and Health & Safety award while working at Burgerfuel S&H ltd.
  • Worked as Training and Business Development Manager for S & H Management for limited time period. I made training plans, performed recruitment and Hiring, executed Safety and shop operation Audits, compliance with HQ/Govt. requirements for 3 Stores.
  • Designed a Healthy work environment for 40+ employees.

Visa Status

Currently holding permanent residence visa

References

Sachin Chandra

Banking Specialist WESTPAC NZ (previously 'second in charge' at BurgeFuel)

E: Sachinchandra4@gmail.com

P: 02102700807


IAG NZ 

References can be provide from current employer (IAG), if successful 


Languages

English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Graphic Design
  • DIY and Home Improvement
  • Backpacking and Hiking
  • Gym Workouts
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Gardening
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination

Timeline

PERSONAL INSURANCE CONSULTANT

IAG - BNZ
09.2022 - Current

STORE MANAGER

BURGERFUEL CHRISTCHURCH
11.2013 - 03.2022

Diploma Level 6 - Business Management

National Institute of Business Studies

Diploma Level 6 - Computer Graphic Design

Yoobee College of Creative Innovation
Simr Sandhu