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Yiming Dong

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Summary

Customer-focused and goal-oriented professional with experience across retail sales, customer service, and community-facing roles. Through sales work, early childhood education placements, and postgraduate study, I have developed strong communication skills, patience, and a careful approach to accuracy. I am reliable, adaptable, and able to manage my time well in busy environments. I enjoy working with people and am motivated to build a long-term career in retail banking with Westpac.


Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Education Placements

04.2024 - 04.2025
  • Communicated regularly with parents and carers regarding children’s routines and wellbeing
  • Demonstrated patience, empathy, and calm communication in busy environments
  • Followed established procedures and maintained accurate records

After-school Tutor

Self-employed
01.2023 - 12.2023


• Provided one-on-one and small-group tutoring to university students, helping them understand course content and prepare for exams
• Explained complex concepts in a clear, patient, and practical manner tailored to individual learning needs
• Supported students in managing exam pressure by breaking down tasks and setting clear study priorities
• Built trust and rapport through reliable support and consistent follow-up
• Demonstrated strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to adapt explanations based on feedback

Sales Experience

Sunday Market
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Engaged with a wide range of customers in a face-to-face sales environment, building rapport quickly
  • Identified customer needs through conversation and provided suitable product recommendations
  • Worked towards daily sales targets while maintaining a positive customer experience
  • Handled cash and transactions accurately and responsibly

Entrepreneur & Manager

We Spring Bears Baking House
06.2021 - 10.2021
  • Managed customer orders, payments, and enquiries with accuracy and reliability
  • Built repeat customer relationships through consistent service quality
  • Organised inventory and daily operations in a customer-facing environment

Intern

China Merchants Capital
02.2021 - 05.2021


• Supported structured industry research and documentation to assist internal investment processes

• Reviewed business information carefully to identify key risks and considerations

• Prepared written summaries and supporting materials for internal discussions

• Worked within a professional environment where accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail were essential

Sales Associate

July Boutique
12.2020 - 02.2021
  • Delivered high-quality customer service in a retail environment
  • Assisted customers in selecting products by understanding their needs and preferences
  • Handled customer enquiries and resolved issues professionally

Education

Master of Applied Econometrics (Enhanced) -

The University of Melbourne
12.2023

Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Australia
12.2024

Master of Commerce - Applied Finance

The University of Western Australia
12.2020

Bachelor of Business - Banking & Finance, Minor in Accounting

Monash University
06.2019

Skills

  • Customer service and relationship building
  • Face-to-face and phone communication
  • Working towards sales and referral targets
  • Accurate handling of cash and financial information
  • Patience, empathy, and calm problem-solving
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
  • Quick learner of new systems and technologies
  • Friendly, positive attitude

Languages

English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Yoga and boxing (for fitness and discipline)
  • Drawing and Painting
  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • Spending time with cats
  • Coffee

Timeline

Early Childhood Education Placements

04.2024 - 04.2025

After-school Tutor

Self-employed
01.2023 - 12.2023

Entrepreneur & Manager

We Spring Bears Baking House
06.2021 - 10.2021

Intern

China Merchants Capital
02.2021 - 05.2021

Sales Experience

Sunday Market
01.2021 - 01.2023

Sales Associate

July Boutique
12.2020 - 02.2021

Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Australia

Master of Commerce - Applied Finance

The University of Western Australia

Bachelor of Business - Banking & Finance, Minor in Accounting

Monash University

Master of Applied Econometrics (Enhanced) -

The University of Melbourne
Yiming Dong