Marija Simonds

Marija Simonds

Marija Simonds
Director | Teams, Culture & Organisational Design
Marija Simonds

With close to a decade dedicated to enhancing workplace cultures and optimising team dynamics within professional services firms, Marija has had the privilege of navigating the corporate landscape for the past two decades. Her journey has taken her through the vibrant hubs of Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, and the Gold Coast, allowing her to witness and contribute to the growth of numerous organisations, small and large.

Throughout her business career, in recruitment and general HR, she’s been passionate about fostering environments where teams thrive and individuals reach their full potential. Whether collaborating with professional services firms or serving within large corporations, her focus remains unwavering: to bring out the best in people and their places of work.

Marija’s experiences across diverse locations and industries have honed her ability to understand, navigate, and positively impact workplace cultures. Each step of this journey has enriched her understanding of what truly drives organisational excellence—empowered and engaged teams.

Company: Vimski

 

Sessions by Marija Simonds

2nd Day
May 13, 2024
Session 1 - The Business Owner Role and Building a Team Session
"Breaking Free from the Daily Grind,” this pivotal conference session, explores the common challenges faced by business owners who are at the tipping point of team expansion but are struggling to take that next step. Using this time wisely with you, we will ensure you walk away with mapped out actions for immediate implementation in your firm. This session is ideal for law firm business owners who: are struggling to find time for strategic growth because they are too caught up in the day-to-day operations have been wearing too many hats (and recognise it is no longer sustainable or a smart use of their strengths, time & skill); fear relinquishing control (could a new team member be trusted, could they possibly meet the high standards).
10:45 - 11:30 AM The Visionary Room
3rd Day
May 14, 2024
Session 3 - Cultivating A Magnetic Firm Culture
The session titled "Cultivating a Magnetic Firm Culture" at Law Biz Con is a thought-provoking workshop aimed at law firm leaders, managers, and partners who are keen to develop a strong, positive, and engaging workplace culture. Recognising that a firm's culture is a critical driver of success, this session delves into strategies for creating an environment that not only attracts top talent but also fosters professional growth, collaboration, and a high level of job satisfaction. This session is an invaluable opportunity for law firm leaders to gain insights and tools for building a firm culture that not only attracts and retains talent but also drives productivity, innovation, and overall firm success. Participants will leave with a clear understanding of how to nurture a workplace environment that is both professionally fulfilling and personally supportive for all members of their firm.
1:30 - 02:15 PM Visionary Room

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