Resourceful Travel Consultant passionate about providing dream experiences in leisure travel. Strong research background and love of all things travel. Extensive career in hospitality working with clients pursuing unique vacation adventures.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Manager
Perfect Building
08.2014 - Current
Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
Managed expense reports for staff members/contractors, ensuring accurate documentation of spending for budgeting purposes.
Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
Kept up-to-date on changes in relevant regulations or industry best practices, applying this knowledge appropriately within the scope of bookkeeping responsibilities.
Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
Administration Clerk
PartyLite
08.2012 - 08.2014
Expedited daily office tasks such as mail distribution, document scanning, photocopying, and data entry to ensure smooth workflow.
Supported executive staff with calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, and expense reporting for optimal time utilization.
Boosted company image by providing friendly, professional, and timely assistance to all visitors, clients, and vendors.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing incoming calls and directing them to appropriate departments.
Contributed to a positive work environment through excellent interpersonal skills and genuine care for colleagues'' needs or concerns.
Maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area with updated reading materials for visitors while monitoring security by verifying visitor credentials and issuing visitor badges.
International Travel Consultant
Escape Travel & Flight Centre
10.2010 - 08.2012
Day to day I converse with customers to determine destinations, mode of transportation, travel dates, financial considerations and accommodations required
This includes carefully planning, describing, arranging and selling itinerary of tour packages
I have had a proven track record within meeting, exceeding and over achieving my sales quota monthly
I take pride in servicing my clients making sure all needs are met with the highest level of customer service
I treat every client as an individual by assessing their individual needs and ensuring they receive a personalised service especially with my ever increasing client base.
Enhanced company reputation by maintaining a high level of professionalism and expertise in international travel planning.
Retail Customer Service Representative - Ladies Wear
Myer Department Store
08.2009 - 10.2010
Front of house customer service, ensuring the highest level of representation of Myer
I Received employee of the month within the first month of employment
Making the highest retail sales results within the store and receiving clients praise and recognition
I then was promoted to run my own area and team
I successfully ran Basque ladies wear and lead a team of two staff members
My dedication and motivation drove my team to exceed targets every month.
Administration
Team Canada Bay
01.2009 - 08.2009
Answered incoming calls, directing clients to individuals addressing specific needs.
Filing
Scheduled and recorded appointments
Expedited daily office tasks such as mail distribution, document scanning, photocopying, and data entry to ensure smooth workflow.
Assisted with payroll
General office/admin duties
Banking.
Executive Secretary
Network Nutrition
07.2007 - 08.2008
Copy writing for web, newsletter, and promotional material
External communication via email, direct mail, newsletter and online initiatives
Daily maintenance of the company website
Manage all website content
Measure and report on online activity
Select and supervise external suppliers
Internal communication for offices in Australia and New Zealand
Execute activities
Talk with business partners and clients over the phone
Provide excellent personal assistance to the company Director
Organise the Director's diary including travel arrangements
Organise, chair and minute staff meetings
Prepare and write business reports for board meetings
Demonstrate a high degree of organisation, confidentiality and eye for detail
Provide extensive administrative support to all staff members
Work extensively with Microsoft Office suite including excel, word, outlook, publisher, etc.
Receptionist/ Administration
H&R Block
01.2005 - 01.2007
Acted as the face of the company, liaising extensively with customers
Determined clients' needs
Filing
Scheduled and recorded appointments
Assisted with payroll
Managed bad debt accounts (Debt collectors)
Attended switchboard for 34 H&R block office phone accounts
Screened incoming emails for 34 offices
General office/admin duties
Supply orders
Banking
Relief mailroom attendant
Provided administration support to many different departments
Organised Tax Training school preparations.
Education
Skills
Global destinations
Travel insurance
Travel research
Geography expertise
Cultural Sensitivity
Itineraries
Overseas tours
Hotel Accommodations
Excellent customer service
Outstanding salesmanship
Group travel coordination
Destination knowledge
Itinerary Creation
References
References are available on request.
Timeline
Office Manager
Perfect Building
08.2014 - Current
Administration Clerk
PartyLite
08.2012 - 08.2014
International Travel Consultant
Escape Travel & Flight Centre
10.2010 - 08.2012
Retail Customer Service Representative - Ladies Wear