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Sally Gillam

Sally Gillam

Sunrise Beach,QLD

Summary



Dynamic individual with 17 years experience in relationship management across sectors, including Advertising Agencies, Travel Industry, Radio Sales, The Australian Public Service and Not-for-Profit. An experienced,reliable leader with a strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Known for adaptability, creativity, and a results-oriented mindset. With a talent for navigating challenges, strong problem-solving skills and a tenacious spirit. A swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.



Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Counsellor

Uniting Care
02.2024 - Current
  • Rendered mental health and counselling services to families, focusing on development of healthy relationships.
  • Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
  • Collaborated with other mental health professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans.
  • Educated clients and families on importance of mental health and self-care.
  • Developed and implemented creative interventions to engage clients and promote therapeutic progress.
  • Garnered excellent reviews from individuals and families and maintained long-term counselling relationships to provide ongoing care and support.

People and Culture Officer

Australian Taxation Office
01.2023 - 09.2023
  • *Tenure due to family relocation to Sunshine Coast.
  • Appointed the position from an application intake of 250 people to lead within the Senior Executive Service Leadership managing a range of high-profile systemic change projects that shaped the ATO work environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues across HR and business functions to support the delivery of initiatives that empowered people to do great things through implementations of key HR transformation strategies.
  • Led project management by supporting, co-designing, and monitoring the delivery of HR projects while working flexibly across projects, both autonomously and collaboratively..
  • Engaged stakeholders by building trust and partnerships to effectively support their needs relating to culture, diversity, leadership, or mental health.
  • Exercised exceptional level verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to contextualise technical concepts with clarity.

Family Counsellor

Uniting Care
12.2017 - 01.2023

As per current role above (2023-)

Advertising Account Manager

Flight Centre Travel Group
02.2011 - 05.2016
  • Led a team of six Project Managers and Designers responsible for handling the advertising and marketing activities, including its global brand campaigns.
  • Maximised performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Directed creative aspects of advertising campaigns.
  • Researched and customized service proposals for clients to meet requirements and set profitable compensation scale.
  • Worked with marketing department to create targeted advertising strategies for key customer demographics.
  • Developed advertising tactics and implemented new solutions for increased brand awareness.

Account Executive

Southern Cross Austereo
02.2010 - 07.2011
  • Delivered exceptional customer service through tailored presentations, proactive client-focused selling, and maximizing revenue opportunities.
  • Supported Sales Executive to exceed on revenue targets for assigned media agency portfolio.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service as the key contact for media planners and buyers, building strong relationships while delivering and exceeding on expectations.
  • Provided professional support and coordination in a fast-paced environment, performing administrative project work using software tools Microsoft Outlook, Word, Power Point and Excel.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.

Agency Account Executive

McCann Worldgroup
03.2008 - 11.2010


  • Developed and executed advertising plans including setting campaign objectives, choosing appropriate media channels, and managing budgets.
  • Prioritised building and maintaining client relationships by regular communication, understanding client needs, and fostering strong working relationships.
  • Measured and oversaw campaign execution. Monitored progress, making adjustments as needed, and ensuring campaigns stayed on track.
  • Analyzed campaign results to refine future campaigns and demonstrate the value of advertising to clients.
  • Collaborated with internal teams, working with creatives, media planners, and other specialists to deliver effective campaigns.

Education

Advanced Certificate in Guiding And Teaching -

Australian College of Meditation And Mindfulness
10-2023

Bachelor of Human Services- Majoring Counselling -

University of Southern Queensland
Ipswich, QLD
02-2018

Skills

  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal skills, and emotional intelligence, with the ability to engage and influence target audiences
  • 17 years experience in identifying client needs and designing tailored solutions across multi-sectors
  • Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to maximize value for both clients and business alike
  • Results-oriented perseverance
  • Supportive team member with a positive disposition
  • Creative, confident presenter

Interests

  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement
  • Cafe Culture
  • Travelling
  • People watching

Timeline

Family Counsellor

Uniting Care
02.2024 - Current

People and Culture Officer

Australian Taxation Office
01.2023 - 09.2023

Family Counsellor

Uniting Care
12.2017 - 01.2023

Advertising Account Manager

Flight Centre Travel Group
02.2011 - 05.2016

Account Executive

Southern Cross Austereo
02.2010 - 07.2011

Agency Account Executive

McCann Worldgroup
03.2008 - 11.2010

Advanced Certificate in Guiding And Teaching -

Australian College of Meditation And Mindfulness

Bachelor of Human Services- Majoring Counselling -

University of Southern Queensland
Sally Gillam