To dedicate the customer service, administrative management, technical and creative skills I possess to the role that allows a work/life balance and be a valuable contributor to the business or organisation I administer these skills to. Excellent organisational and business management skills. High-level customer service experience with extensive experience in face-to-face sales & service environments. Personal Attributes Profile
Professional, honest, reliable, punctual, well-groomed, flexible, adaptable and efficient.
Ability to multi-task without compromising professionalism and attention to detail.
Self-motivated and creative. I take initiative.
Friendly, caring and approachable, able to build rapport and communicate well with diverse cultures.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Administration Manager
Amharc Pty Ltd
01.2016 - Current
Proficiency across Microsoft Office Suite
Assisting the Director with arranging travel, accommodation and meetings
Reporting for Government Agencies e.g Qld Labour Hire Licensing Department.
Responding to emails and telephone enquiries promptly
Processing Invoices for payment
Preparing onboarding documentation for new employees
Liaising with Principal Contractors for induction of new employees
Preparing Safety documentation
Preparing Business letters
Booking and arranging flights, travel and accommodation for the Director and employees
Preparing employee fortnightly timesheets for payroll
Maintaining accurate records of all employees, contractors and suppliers
Managing day-to-day running of office – working 2 days per week onsite and three days from home as required
Developed effective filing systems that streamlined document retrieval, increasing efficiency within the workplace.
Learned and applied preferred systems for scheduling, purchasing, and problem-solving.
Collaborated with leaders from other departments to achieve consistent processes and maximize efficiency of resources.
Conducted regular audits of internal processes to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective measures promptly.
Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient administrative systems, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
Facilitated interdepartmental communication by organizing regular meetings, fostering collaboration and cohesive decision-making across the organization.
Implemented stringent data protection policies to safeguard sensitive company information from unauthorized access or loss.
Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for office supplies and services, reducing overall operational expenses while maintaining quality standards.
Ensured compliance with relevant laws regulations by developing robust policies procedures governing administrative operations within the company.
Liaised with external stakeholders including clients, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to maintain strong working relationships beneficial to the organization''s success.
Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
Verified customer information for orderly, up-to-date online systems.
Developed and implemented improved filing systems for enhanced order and accuracy.
Streamlined and improved administrative operations by identifying automation opportunities.
Coordinated customer, vendor and stakeholder relations for smooth communication flows.
Identified opportunities to streamline processes and improve office operations and efficiency.
Created organized filing system to manage department documents.
Completed bi-weekly payroll for up to 60 employees.
Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.
Managed supervisor itinerary and appointments and streamlined scheduling procedures.
Booking training of Plant and Machinery for employees.
Virtual Assistant
Self-Employed
10.2014 - 11.2023
Remotely assisting Businesses with administrative aspects of their business, Amharc Pty Ltd being a primary client.
Completed business correspondence, transcription, and data entry.
Maintained a well-organized database system for improved information accessibility in daily operations.
Managed multiple priorities effectively under tight deadlines while remaining detail-oriented throughout each task.
Managed CRM input, exports and clean-up.
Streamlined administrative processes for increased productivity through effective email management and calendar coordination.
Upheld the highest standard of confidentiality when handling sensitive information related to clients'' personal or business affairs.
Elevated client experience by providing timely customer support via phone calls, emails, and live chat platforms.
Conferred with customers by telephone, chat or email to provide information.
Administration Officer
Brisbane South Family Day Care
Salisbury
01.2009 - 06.2014
Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information relating to all stakeholders.
Greeting by telephone as well as communicating face to face with Families, Educators and visitors all from varying cultural backgrounds and attending to their inquiries
Ensuring effective communication of messages and information with clarity and sensitivity
Accurate Processing of Child Care attendance records and submission to Government department to process Educator pays timely and accurately each fortnight
Scheduling of meetings, preparation of agenda, preparing and distributing meeting minutes
Training of Educators with their administration tasks: completion of attendance records, advice with communication to parents/guardians regarding fees (especially if they are overdue), and providing administrative support to Educators.
Providing administrative support to Manager and work colleagues
Ordering of office supplies
Cash handling, receipting & invoicing of Enrollment funds and for the provision of goods and services.
Developed strong working relationships with colleagues.
Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with stakeholders, clients and managers.
Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers.
Managed complex scheduling tasks, ensuring that deadlines were met consistently.
Improved record-keeping accuracy by creating filing systems for confidential documents and materials.
Assisted in thedevelopment of policy manuals and procedures, contributing to increased organizational clarity and effectiveness.
Contributed to increased productivity levels by providing comprehensive training sessions on new software applications for staff members.
Administration Assistant
Griffith University Family Day Care
01.2008 - 01.2009
All tasks applied in working for Family Day Care Qld
Griffith University ceased t sponsorship resulting in Family Day Care Qld engaging taking over, effective January 2009.
Information Technology Helpdesk Operator
RACQ
Eight Mile Plains, Qld
01.1999 - 01.2006
Team providing quality professional computer support services to RACQ Group to enable maximum benefits to be derived from Information Technology
To provide prompt, professional call logging and fault resolution at first-level support
Problem-solving skills and attention to detail are integral to effectively meet Kpi's and maintain smooth operations
Establishing which issues required critical response and escalation
Correctly assigning requests and faults to appropriate IT department
Maintenance of documentation retained within Host Systems support to ensure accuracy.
Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
Membership Sales Consultant
Insurance, RACQ
Mt Gravatt
01.1995 - 01.1999
Daily balancing of transactions
Problem-solving
Providing high level customer service
Improved client retention rates by implementing personalized follow-up strategies that fostered a sense of community among members.
Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and tactics.
Developed strong client relationships to ensure high levels of satisfaction and loyalty in long-term memberships.
Cosmetics Consultant
David Jones
06.1988 - 08.1995
Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized skincare consultations and product recommendations.
Boosted satisfaction and repeat business by recommending products in alignment with customer needs.
Protected store assets and inventory via loss prevention procedures.
Offered make-up tips and popular tutorials in alignment with latest trends.
Applied merchandising and housekeeping procedures, adhering to corporate, and brand standards.
Education
Certificate III in Micro Business Operations -
TAFE
Qld
2014
IV in Business -
Prime Learning
Qld
2012
Skills
High-level office management and initiative skills
Customer Service skills
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Effective time management; ability to prioritize to ensure deadlines are consistently met
Strong problem-solving & analytical skills
Meticulous attention to detail
Team player with ability to work autonomously
Excellent mathematical skills
Professional qualifications
Accomplishments
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Chris Fyfe: bcfyfe@bigpond.com work colleague when working at Griffith University
Stella Warren: stwar@bigpond.net.au work colleague when working as a volunteer at St Thomas More College Tuck-shop (2007 to 20011).
Timeline
Administration Manager
Amharc Pty Ltd
01.2016 - Current
Virtual Assistant
Self-Employed
10.2014 - 11.2023
Administration Officer
Brisbane South Family Day Care
01.2009 - 06.2014
Administration Assistant
Griffith University Family Day Care
01.2008 - 01.2009
Information Technology Helpdesk Operator
RACQ
01.1999 - 01.2006
Membership Sales Consultant
Insurance, RACQ
01.1995 - 01.1999
Cosmetics Consultant
David Jones
06.1988 - 08.1995
Certificate III in Micro Business Operations -
TAFE
IV in Business -
Prime Learning
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