Samantha Berrett
About Samantha Berrett
Samantha Berrett serves as the Group Head of Employment Policy and Risk at QBE Insurance in Sydney, Australia, a position she has held since 2019. She holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Sydney and has extensive experience in legal and advisory roles, including previous positions at EY.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Samantha Berrett has been serving as the Group Head of Employment Policy and Risk at QBE Insurance since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing employment policies and managing associated risks within the organization. Her position is based in Sydney, Australia, where she has contributed to the development and implementation of strategies that align with the company's objectives.
Education and Expertise
Samantha Berrett studied at the University of Sydney, where she earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) from 2005 to 2009. She furthered her education at the College of Law, completing Practical Legal Training in 2012. This educational background has equipped her with a solid foundation in legal and commercial principles, which she applies in her professional roles.
Background
Before her current role at QBE Insurance, Samantha Berrett worked at EY for several years. She began as a Graduate Consultant from 2010 to 2012, then progressed to Senior Consultant, Manager - People Advisory Services in Zürich from 2013 to 2015. She returned to Sydney, where she held the position of Senior Manager, Legal Practitioner - People Advisory Services from 2016 to 2019.
Professional Experience at EY
During her tenure at EY, Samantha Berrett gained extensive experience in legal advisory services. She worked in various capacities, including Senior Manager and Senior Consultant, focusing on People Advisory Services. Her roles involved providing legal insights and support to clients, enhancing her expertise in employment law and risk management.