Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
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Alex Smith

Antony,Cornwall

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong background in customer service and guest relationship building. Demonstrates excellent time management, efficient workload prioritisation, and conflict resolution skills. Proficient in cash handling, with a proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction and streamline operations. Committed to leveraging skills to achieve career growth.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Front of House Supervisor

The Wilcove Inn (Antony Hospitality Holdings Ltd)
Wilcove, Torpoint, Cornwall
08.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure prompt food service delivery during peak hours, where there could be over 100 diners per day.
  • Elevated customer satisfaction through prompt and courteous service delivery.
  • Resolved customer complaints swiftly, contributing to client retention.
  • Upheld high standards of hygiene within the establishment, promoting health and safety regulations compliance.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain adequate stock levels.

Conveyancer

GA Solicitors
Plymouth, Devon
10.2019 - 04.2022
  • Guided clients through conveyancing process, building trust and confidence.
  • Negotiated terms and conditions of contracts for optimal client outcomes.
  • Liaised effectively with solicitors and estate agents to expedite transactions.
  • Processed land registry applications for timely and successful submissions.
  • Adapted quickly to changes in legislation impacting property transfers, updating practices accordingly.
  • Resolved issues between parties swiftly, ensuring uninterrupted process flow.
  • Managed multiple case files simultaneously without compromising quality of service.
  • Provided exceptional customer service during stressful periods of home buying or selling.

Legal assistant

Fursdon Knapper Solicitors
Plymouth, Devon
10.2017 - 10.2019
  • Assisted with opening, progression and closure of residential conveyancing files.
  • Managed administrative tasks for conveyancing matters, contributing to smoother office operations.
  • Liaised with clients, fostering strong professional relationships to support effective communication.
  • Addressed clients' queries promptly, thereby enhancing customer satisfaction levels.
  • Issued client bills and followed up for prompt payment, ensuring timely cash flow.

Legal Assistant

Clark & Weeks Solicitors
Plympton, Devon
07.2015 - 04.2017

My role and responsibilities were as with Fursdon Knapper Solicitors.

Business admin apprentice/Conveyancing assistant

SWLaw Solicitors
Lee Mill, Ivybridge, Devon
09.2012 - 07.2015
  • Provided administrative support to facilitate efficient business operations.
  • Liaised with clients to enhance customer relationships.
  • Drafted letters and emails, facilitating prompt communication.
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly to ensure privacy compliance.
  • Distributed incoming mail and prepared outgoing post for sending.

Education

A-Levels -

Devonport High School for Girls
Plymouth
09.2010 - 06.2012

GCSEs -

Devonport High School for Girls
Plymouth
09.2005 - 06.2010

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Guest relationship building
  • Excellent time management
  • Efficient workload prioritisation
  • Conflict resolution
  • Cash handling proficiency

Affiliations

  • I am a Mother to an incredible 4 year old girl with whom I enjoy spending my time with on days out, along with our two Bulldogs.

Accomplishments

    NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration

Timeline

Front of House Supervisor

The Wilcove Inn (Antony Hospitality Holdings Ltd)
08.2022 - Current

Conveyancer

GA Solicitors
10.2019 - 04.2022

Legal assistant

Fursdon Knapper Solicitors
10.2017 - 10.2019

Legal Assistant

Clark & Weeks Solicitors
07.2015 - 04.2017

Business admin apprentice/Conveyancing assistant

SWLaw Solicitors
09.2012 - 07.2015

A-Levels -

Devonport High School for Girls
09.2010 - 06.2012

GCSEs -

Devonport High School for Girls
09.2005 - 06.2010
Alex Smith