As Australia’s leading medical defence organisation (MDO), Avant offers medical professionals greater expertise, deeper claims experience, and strong financial performance.Avant is a mutual, owned by our members, providing;* Professional indemnity cover for medical practitioners and practices* Legal representation via Avant Law; the largest "in house" legal team of all MDO's in Australia* State based expert medico-legal advice and assistance to over 60,000 practitioners and students* Risk management advisory services* Education, research and training in collaboration with medical associations and colleges* Doctors Health Fund, Travel Insurance and Financial Services supportWe advocate for and represent our membership where it counts, and proactively campaign to protect the professional reputation of medical practitioners as part of our constitutional mandate.We have a large presence across Australia and within all NSW Universities, major teaching hospitals, medical societies and colleges.I currently dedicate my time consulting with specialist medical practitioners including Anaesthetists on their personal and practice medical indemnity.Contact me for more information: 0447 782 884

The role of Business Development Manager is tasked with managing both new and existing intermediary relationships to deliver the Asteron Life value propositions, to drive brand/product equity take up, and to increase submissions. The position reports to the Regional Manager Northern (NSW/QLD) Intermediaries.♦ Directed the business development strategy to both protect and grow brand market share ♦ Awarded “Business Development Consultant of the Year” for both 2017 and 2018, ♦ Managed leading intermediates such as Macquarie Bank, Mortgage Choice, ANZ, Aon, MLC, etc.♦ Wrote over $2.18Mil in new business (133% ahead of budget) during a 12 month period♦ Targeted opportunities as approved providers but where no previous relationship had existed♦ Targeted and recruited high-quality Advisors and Planners♦ Educated channels on Asteron Life products♦ Led each stage of relationship development, conversion, and ongoing influencing ♦ Championed the ‘Boutique-athon’ campaign to drive growth in the boutique licences sector♦ Accredited with out-performing all other consultants (#1st) for the campaign♦ Supported a joint collaborative campaign to target growth in the Corporate Super business ♦ Identified key ‘Corporate’ advisors in tandem with Corporate Division sales force♦ Worked on cross collaboration with product marketing teams♦ Optimised opportunities and to drive up-sell and cross-sell initiatives ♦ Provided support to the State/Regional Manager on delivering the State Business Plan

Asteron Life Complete is a comprehensive suite of life insurance products that can be tailored to suit client needs. The role of Claims Manager was to ensure the timely and accurate processing and management of claims, risk management, compliance requirements, and to facilitate communications with third-parties.♦ Provided the leadership and expertise needed to manage high volume caseloads and claims ♦ Managed caseloads of up to 80+ claims through a compliance framework♦ Reviewed pending and closed files to determine whether claims are managed appropriately.♦ Risk assessed claims to ensure that legitimate claims are paid at the right benefit level ♦ Assessed claims versus policy definitions♦ Instructed and managed investigations, including factual interviews and surveillance♦ Re-assessed claim and risk based on additional information being received ♦ Liaised with the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Re-Insurers on more complex claim issues♦ Built relationships with loss adjusters, insurance brokers, and preferred suppliers♦ Negotiated with third-parties (counsel, brokers, and insurers) to ensure a fair settlement ♦ Continuously monitored processes and procedures needed to drive claims management♦ Maintained awareness of proposed legislation changes, court decisions, and emerging trends ♦ Recommended process and/or procedure change as appropriate

The position of Claims Advisor dealt with front end and tail claims in relation to NSW Workers Compensation ensuring commutation with all parties is maintained at a high level.♦ Provided the skills and expertise needed to competently manage and drive the claims process ♦ Managed a portfolio of high-level risk claims♦ Led investigations with expert witnesses to determine acceptance or denial of liability for the claim♦ Assessed the policy to make liability and coverage determinations♦ Liaised closely with the NSW Claims Manager on strategy discussions for high-risk claims ♦ Interacted with defence counsel to manage claim/litigated files, set reserves, and settle files♦ Ensured all parties were correctly informed throughout.♦ Provided coaching and training to team members to improve their knowledge ♦ Trained staff on the application of Injury Management, Case Management, and Cost Control strategies. ♦ Participated in coaching and training programs for staff inductions.

Part of the GIO’s Treasury Managed Funds worker’s compensation team and responsible for claims of major government departments such as the Department of Education and Training and Australian Traineeship System.♦ Worked on cases that involve Workers Compensation legislation and WorkCover guidelines♦ Ensured that all relevant payments are processed within the relevant timeframes♦ Ensured that claims were managed in accordance with GIO TMF performance criteria♦ Focused on the goal of achieving injured workers early return to work (RTW)♦ Took steps to prevent liabilities being incurred in relation to fraudulent or unreasonable claims♦ Arranged investigation, sought legal advice, and issued the appropriate declination notices♦ Liaised as necessary with employers, rehabilitation providers, and solicitors♦ Awarded with the acclaim award on multiple occasions for workers compensation services