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Overview
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Education
Skills
Travelling, reading, running
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Alexandria Blomfield

Walcha,NSW

Summary

I am a successful business owner with an engaging and friendly demeanor. I am also a highly organised and detail-oriented individual with an ability to handle multiple projects and clients simultaneously. I have found that I can successfully work in most demanding environments, having had extensive experience across many sectors. As with my current position, and roles that I have held over my career, I have become highly proficient in building lasting professional relationship with key decision makers, customers and team members to accomplish and meet objectives. I am ready to leverage training and experience to take on a new professional challenge.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Owner/Operator

Self
03.2010 - Current
  • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Oversaw business budget planning, administration and purchasing to sustain financial needs.
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.

Executive Team Leader (HEO6), Human Resources

University Of New England
Armidale , NSW
03.2003 - 10.2008
  • Single point of contact for Senior Executive Staff relating to all Human Resource matters
  • Built and maintained business relationships with Senior Executive Staff at the University as well as external clients to ensure seamless business processes
  • Utilized internal databases to prepare weekly completion of payroll (for both General and Academic staff)
  • Mentored employees to help improve skills and enable team members to become peak performers on job.
  • Built relationships with team members to encourage willingness to address concerns and issues.
  • Recruited and hired talented individuals bringing depth and experience to organization.
  • Conducted regular meetings with team to discuss issues, concerns and updates.
  • Assisted in employee appraisals, promotions and terminations based on performance reviews.
  • Established and implemented departmental policies, goals and objectives.
  • Located bottlenecks to streamline existing processes.

Special Events Coordinator (HEO5)

University Of New England
06.2002 - 03.2003
  • Greeted patrons and participants at events to guide guests to locations and answer questions.
  • Supervised staff during events and maintained efficient performance.
  • Coordinated efficient set-up and clean-up for each event for quick facilities turnarounds.
  • Arranged project timelines to avoid critical shortages in staff, resources or events spaces.
  • Negotiated favorable agreements with vendors and facilities to keep costs low and fulfill contract budget requirements.
  • Staffed events by maintaining roster of available personnel and reliable service providers.
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Reviewed event bills to confirm accuracy and approve payment.
  • Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.

Associate Research Consultant

Futurestep International
02.2000 - 06.2002
  • Liaised and consulted with high profile clients to ensure that their recruitment needs were met and maintained.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
  • Promptly corresponded with applicants and coordinated and conducted interviews.
  • Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
  • Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
  • Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.

Recruitment Consultant

Crowe And Associates
08.1999 - 02.2000
  • Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
  • Hired employees and initiated new hire paperwork process.
  • Conducted [Number] recruiting events to grow passive talent pipeline to prepare for future hiring needs.
  • Managed recruitment process to keep candidates informed about application status and meet organizational recruitment goals.
  • Identified and sourced qualified candidates for open positions to meet organizational needs.
  • Conducted background checks, reference checks and other pre-employment screenings, identifying candidates to meet hiring criteria.
  • Screened and interviewed candidates to evaluate potential employees' qualifications.
  • Coordinated and scheduled interviews for candidates and hiring managers to meet in person or online at mutually convenient times.
  • Negotiated offers and closed deals to finalize recruitment process and secure best talent.
  • Provided support to hiring managers and HR teams to keep recruitment processes aligned with organizational goals.
  • Assessed and recommended top candidates to hiring managers to provide qualified employees to fill open positions.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.

Front Office Manager

Hoey Moey Backpackers
06.1998 - 08.1999


  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Used quick response and dynamic service skills to build relationships with patrons and improve customer retention rate.
  • Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
  • Managed office operations while scheduling activities for clients

Features Consultant

Armidale Express
11.1997 - 06.1998


  • Played key role in achieving and maintaining top client satisfaction and retention by ensuring accuracy of ads and listings.
  • Listened attentively to client feedback to create stronger relations and shape business.
  • Made outbound calls to new and existing clients to ensure business continuity
  • Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
  • Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions.
  • Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Managed multiple deadlines across several businesses to meet dynamic needs of multiple clients.

Various Hospitality and Retail Positions

Various
04.1988 - 06.1997
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with guests for satisfaction.
  • Executed strong work ethic and time management

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing And Psychology

University of New England
Armidale, NSW
09.1997

GED -

James Sheahan Catholic High School
Orange, NSW
10.1993

Skills

  • Personnel Management
  • Business Correspondence
  • Facebook Marketing
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Approachable and Outgoing
  • Articulate Communication
  • Employee Support
  • File and Records Management
  • Payroll Coordination
  • Human Resources Operations
  • Performance Review Management
  • Recruitment and Hiring
  • Human Resource Information System (HRIS)

Travelling, reading, running

I love to travel and am a very active individual. I also enjoy the quiet that comes with a good book. 

Timeline

Business Owner/Operator

Self
03.2010 - Current

Executive Team Leader (HEO6), Human Resources

University Of New England
03.2003 - 10.2008

Special Events Coordinator (HEO5)

University Of New England
06.2002 - 03.2003

Associate Research Consultant

Futurestep International
02.2000 - 06.2002

Recruitment Consultant

Crowe And Associates
08.1999 - 02.2000

Front Office Manager

Hoey Moey Backpackers
06.1998 - 08.1999

Features Consultant

Armidale Express
11.1997 - 06.1998

Various Hospitality and Retail Positions

Various
04.1988 - 06.1997

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing And Psychology

University of New England

GED -

James Sheahan Catholic High School

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