NICOLA HARRIS
Treeby,WA
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organised practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organisational brand. Forward-thinking Executive Assistant accomplished in aiding company leaders with key functions. Gifted at managing busy schedules, organising projects and providing stellar administrative support to executive team. Analyzes, prioritizes and completes tasks with professionalism and sound judgment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant
Department of Health
Perth, WA
02.2024 - Current
- Provides a professional level of administrative and secretarial support to the Executive Director, Resourcing and Purchasing Directors, and team members of the Office of the Executive Director.
- Arranges and maintains diary appointments and meetings for the Executive Director.
- Manages and prioritises incoming and outgoing correspondence, and the correspondence database.
- Liaises with senior executives across WA Health and across Government and non-government organizations on behalf of the Executive Director.
- Arranges travel and accommodation approvals and bookings.
- Develops and manages the administrative, financial, and information filing systems to ensure efficient storage, tracking, retrieval, and archiving of confidential information and records.
- Develops briefings, correspondence, and memos as requested by the Executive Director and Directors and ensures that all documents are quality assured for adherence to style guidelines.
- Arranges meetings and functions, including hospitality arrangements.
Provides executive support for meetings, including agenda presentation and minute taking. - Initiates and undertakes routine investigations, research, and projects and prepares reports, working and briefing papers for the Office of the Executive Director as required.
Executive Assistant
Stowe School
UK
12.2021 - 08.2023
- Developed effective filing systems for easy retrieval of information when needed.
- Performed data entry tasks into various software programs including MS Excel spreadsheets.
- Assisted in organizing conferences, seminars and other events as directed by the executives.
- Greeted visitors warmly upon arrival at the office premises.
- Managed all aspects of catering needs for special events hosted by the organization.
- Maintained company confidence and protected business operations by keeping sensitive information confidential.
Academic Coordinator (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)
Cooper School
UK
11.2018 - 01.2021
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
Sales Negotiator & Administrator
Russell & Butler Estate Agents
UK
06.2017 - 11.2018
- Negotiated and closed sales deals with clients to meet monthly targets.
- Identified potential customers, researched their needs, and provided solutions to meet those needs.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely fashion to ensure satisfaction.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Teaching assistant
Longfields Primary School
UK
06.2014 - 08.2016
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
- Graded assignments, tests and papers according to teacher instructions.
- Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
- Monitored student progress by keeping detailed records of academic performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Trinity Catholic School
UK06.2008
Some College (No Degree) - A Level
Stratford Upon Avon College
UKSkills
- Scheduling
- Administrative Support
- Strong Problem Solver
- Appointment Setting
- Interpersonal Communication
- Meticulous Attention to Detail
References
Hayley Hewitt - Hayley.hewitt@health.wa.gov.au
Manager, Office of the Executive Director, Resourcing & Purchasing
Julie Potter -jpotter@stowe.co.uk
Academic Deputy Headteacher, Stowe School
Timeline
Executive Assistant
Department of Health
02.2024 - Current
Executive Assistant
Stowe School
12.2021 - 08.2023
Academic Coordinator (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)
Cooper School
11.2018 - 01.2021
Sales Negotiator & Administrator
Russell & Butler Estate Agents
06.2017 - 11.2018
Teaching assistant
Longfields Primary School
06.2014 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Trinity Catholic School
Some College (No Degree) - A Level
Stratford Upon Avon College
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