Cameron Welch
Bolton
Summary
Experienced insurance professional with extensive knowledge in underwriting principles, insurance legislation, and reinsurance. Demonstrates proficiency in using technology for insurance processes and mastery of insurance software. Proven leadership aptitude and ability to manage broker networks effectively. Skilled in detecting insurance fraud and delivering targets consistently. Career goals includes underwriting and team leader
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior Insurance Consultant
IAG New Zealand
Christchurch, Canterbury
07.2023 - 04.2026
- Led team meetings for consistent performance improvement.
- Mentored junior consultants, fostered a learning environment.
- Assisted customers in migrating their policies to us.
- Handled complex cases effectively by leveraging knowledge and experience.
- Updated existing policies to meet changing client needs.
- Delivered exceptional service by understanding and meeting clients' needs.
- Streamlined policy renewal process, improved customer retention.
- Participated in audits of insurance processes, ensured compliance with regulations.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients through regular communication and follow-ups.
- Attended industry conferences to keep updated on new insurance products and regulatory changes.
- Answered policy and premium questions to increase customer satisfaction.
- Building relationships with brokers
Assistant General Manager
Aikmen's Merival
Christchurch, Canterbury
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Facilitated financial reporting, created transparency in business transactions.
- Conducted regular employee training to enhance skillsets.
- Managed inventory, ensured consistent supply of resources.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety standards for a safe workplace.
- Prioritised staff welfare for improved morale and commitment.
- Liaised with other department heads to coordinate inter-departmental tasks smoothly.
- Coordinated marketing campaigns to boost brand visibility.
- Supervised daily operations for seamless business activities.
Venue Manager
Oxford Group
Christchurch, Canterbury
09.2020 - 10.2022
- Collaborated closely with event planners, ensuring client requirements were met on time.
- Managed venue bookings for efficient utilisation of space.
- Liaised with vendors for timely supply of necessary materials and equipment.
- Coordinated with staff, ensuring high service standards.
- Implemented health and safety regulations for improved compliance.
- Handled event logistics, resulting in seamless operations.
- Conducted regular staff training sessions for improved performance and productivity.
- Oversaw maintenance tasks, ensuring a well-kept facility at all times.
- Ensured adherence to licensing laws, preventing legal issues at the venue.
- Provided first-class customer experiences to increase venue reputation and build repeat business.
- Optimised work schedules to ensure adequate staffing during peak hours.
Senior Manager
Dockside Bar & Restaurant
Wellington, Wellington
03.2017 - 08.2020
- Coordinated events at the venue, leading to increased bookings.
- Monitored stock levels to avoid any potential shortages during peak hours.
- Streamlined staff rotas to optimise efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections for adherence to food hygiene norms and standards.
- Tracked key performance indicators on a weekly basis; identified areas needing improvement.
- Liaised effectively with all departments, ensured seamless operation flow from kitchen to tables.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, reduced customer waiting time.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness within the restaurant premises, upheld reputation of establishment.
- Managed daily operations for smooth restaurant functioning.
Education
Commerce
University of Canturbery
New Zealand 02.2012 - 07.2015
NCEA Level 1-3 -
Onslow College
Wellington 01.2005 - 10.2010
Skills
- Underwriting principles
- Technology use for insurance
- Insurance legislation knowledge
- Leadership aptitude
- Target delivery
- Underwriting proficiency
- Insurance software mastery
- Reinsurance knowledge
- Insurance fraud detection
- Broker network management
Certification
PULA Underwriting license Level E, D, C, B.
Pleasurecraft writing endorsement.
Rural Lifestyle writing endorsement.
40 LinkedIn Certificates.
Accomplishments
Part of a team to design a SharePoint relating to product migration and data validation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Insurance Consultant
IAG New Zealand
07.2023 - 04.2026
Assistant General Manager
Aikmen's Merival
10.2022 - 07.2023
Venue Manager
Oxford Group
09.2020 - 10.2022
Senior Manager
Dockside Bar & Restaurant
03.2017 - 08.2020
Commerce
University of Canturbery
02.2012 - 07.2015
NCEA Level 1-3 -
Onslow College
01.2005 - 10.2010