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Education
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Ryan Watkinson

Tempe,NSW

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in office managment, executive assistance, project management and customer experience. Proven ability to enhance communication clarity and resolve conflicts effectively. Skilled in CRM metrics and team leadership, fostering a collaborative environment that drives performance and achieves service excellence.

Overview

17
years of professional experience

Work History

Cameron Kimber Design Pty Ltd

Office Assistant/Design Coordinator/EA
09.2022 - 10.2025

Job overview

  • Coordinated scheduling for meetings, optimizing team availability and reducing conflicts.
  • Assisted in document preparation and editing, enhancing communication clarity across departments.
  • Supported project management by tracking deadlines and deliverables for various initiatives.
  • Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
  • Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
  • Coordinated meeting schedules and logistics, leading to smoother operations and better time management.
  • Managed incoming and outgoing correspondence, ensuring prompt and accurate delivery of information.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails, and letters, to appropriate staff.
  • Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.
  • Purchased and maintained office supplies.
  • Coordinated and scheduled meetings and appointments.
  • Coordinated design projects by managing timelines and deliverables to ensure client satisfaction.
  • Scheduled weekly staff meetings and other events, drafted meeting agendas and organized supporting documentation.
  • Served as the primary point of contact for clients during project execution, ensuring their expectations were met while maintaining strong relationships.
  • Coordinated with vendors for cost-effective material procurement, optimizing budget allocation without compromising on quality.

Fitness Lifestyle Group

Customer Service & Escalations Manager
03.2009 - 07.2022

Job overview

Responsible for the overall management of the department & team of 8 agents (1
Senior).
Managed multiple workstreams; Website form, Dept. Inbox, Internal off-site support portal, Online member portal, Membership accounts, Banking Chargeback, DDR Authority disputes & Social Media DM (approx. 900+
enquiries/complaints per month).
Delivered training in all policies, procedures & product knowledge. Set development plans & monitor performance; AHT, QA, KPI's, to ensure teams full potential realised and service level achieved. Ensure department compliance in PCI regulations, privacy policy and guidelines are understood and adhered to.
Conducted monthly analysis of all complaints, and report generation to provide statistics, insights, identifying areas of concern/need for improvement and provide recommendations.
Identified, developed, and implemented departmental processes and
methodologies to provide first-class service, efficiency, and productivity.
Worked collaboratively with all areas of the business to develop and implement guidelines and process changes to improve overall customer-centricity, experiences, and retention.
Solely responsible for all complaints received from NSW/QLD Fair Trading, VCAT (Victorian Civil & Administrative Tribunal), ACCC (Australian Competition & Consumer Commission), redirected from legal (to avoid legal contact where possible), Media threats, and from Ex level EA (CEO, MD, GM) where appropriate.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships at all levels of the business.
Organized team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
Maintained energy and enthusiasm in a fast-paced environment.

Fitness First Australia

Member Account Services Assistant
10.2008 - 03.2009

Job overview

Answered inbound calls daily (approx 50+) from both club staff and members that relate to membership accounts including): upgrades, downgrades, transfers, account/personal details updates, tax receipt requests, billing queries, credit transactions, and debt write-off.
Processed all membership account requests accurately and efficiently via phone, email, website, and internal club requests.
Responsible for membership contract vetting, entry, and adjustments to ensure accuracy of sale, business compliance, and best member experience.
Communicated failed vetting outcomes back to Sales and Club Management.
Adhered to contact centre metrics: KPI's AHT, schedule adherence, and agreed service levels.
Delivered a personalised and confident approach to communicating with members and maintained the confidentiality of information in accordance with privacy legislation.
Escalated contract incidents to CS & Escalation to ensure that integrity is maintained in all areas of contract completion.

Education

Art University Bournemouth
England, Poole

Higher National Diploma: Design & Marketing from Design & Marketing
06-2003

University Overview

Skills

    CRM - Knowledge of Contact Centre Metrics
    Management - Recruitment, Performance Management (KPI's), Training & Development
    Communication - Exceptional communication skills and phone manner; I approach all escalations with equal parts
    confidence and empathy Superior written skills and impeccable attention to detail
    Conflict Resolution - Highly specialized in working under pressure in conflict resolution, with a proven record of accomplishment in providing efficient results
    CX Improvement - Successful in developing and implementing guidelines and processes to manage customer pain
    points across all areas to deliver a customer-centric mindset influencing policies and procedures to support the
    customer journey
    Time Management A motivated, goal-orientated individual Calm,
    disciplined, and able to balance multiple projects and tasks at once
    Team player - Respected team player who can inspire direct reports and colleagues alike

Timeline

Office Assistant/Design Coordinator/EA
Cameron Kimber Design Pty Ltd
09.2022 - 10.2025
Customer Service & Escalations Manager
Fitness Lifestyle Group
03.2009 - 07.2022
Member Account Services Assistant
Fitness First Australia
10.2008 - 03.2009
Art University Bournemouth
Higher National Diploma: Design & Marketing from Design & Marketing
Ryan Watkinson