Renae Warren
Shellharbour,NSW
Summary
Accomplished Office Manager with a proven track record at Hosking & Gosling Legal, adept in legal document preparation and office administration. Excelled in maintaining confidentiality, enhancing client trust, and ensuring legal compliance. Skilled in budget planning and human resources management, significantly contributing to streamlined operations and positive work environments.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Resourceful Manager offering history of success coordinating and monitoring operations across various departments. Effective leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Highly committed with hardworking mentality to maintain quality of services and products.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Manager
Hosking & Gosling Legal
04.2022 - Current
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Managed financial operations for the business, ensuring accurate budgeting and timely invoice processing.
- Resolved financial discrepancies and customer billing issues with timely attention.
Personal Assistant
Williamson Isabella Lawyers
07.2018 - 04.2022
- Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
- Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Improved time management of the executive through effective prioritization and organization of tasks.
- Assisted the Senior Partner in preparing for trials, depositions, and mediations by compiling relevant materials and evidence.
- Collaborated with other legal assistants to maintain a smooth workflow in the office, promoting a positive work environment.
- Prioritized tasks effectively under tight deadlines to ensure all cases received due attention without compromising quality or accuracy in work delivered.
Legal Assistant to the Managing Partner
Hansons Lawyers
06.2015 - 07.2018
- Facilitated settlements through skillful negotiation tactics resulting in favorable outcomes for our clients.
- Proactively identified potential legal issues by staying up-to-date with new regulations, case law developments, and industry trends.
- Assisted in successful case outcomes through diligent research and thorough analysis of legal information.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and confidence in our legal services throughout their cases.
- Conducted comprehensive due diligence investigations to assist the Managing Partner in making informed decisions regarding potential risks or liabilities associated with clients'' cases.
- Maintained professional relationships with court personnel, facilitating smooth communication between parties involved in legal proceedings.
Legal Secretary Assistant
Helen Volk Lawyers/Williamson Isabella Lawyers
01.2003 - 06.2015
Education
No Degree - Certificate of Legal Administration
Ultimo TAFE
Ultimo01-1993
High School Diploma -
Kiama High School
Kiama01-1991
Skills
- Office administration
- Legal document preparation
- Deadline management
- Budget planning
- Human resources management
- Legal compliance expertise
- Court filing
- Document formatting
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Appointment setting
- File organization
- Word processing
Timeline
Office Manager
Hosking & Gosling Legal
04.2022 - Current
Personal Assistant
Williamson Isabella Lawyers
07.2018 - 04.2022
Legal Assistant to the Managing Partner
Hansons Lawyers
06.2015 - 07.2018
Legal Secretary Assistant
Helen Volk Lawyers/Williamson Isabella Lawyers
01.2003 - 06.2015
No Degree - Certificate of Legal Administration
Ultimo TAFE
High School Diploma -
Kiama High School
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