Amy Hulcup

• Monitored and took action as appropriate on emails in the shared finance inbox as well as Dept. Sport Bookings
  inbox.
• Creating purchase orders for ECS Finance colleagues via the ‘Purchase Order Request form’.
• Ongoing purchase order management to enable the prompt payment of purchase invoices using the E5 finance system
• Process manual payment requests for values above £1k.
• Led the distribution and monitoring of the daily "Invoice Held Report," ensuring invoices are matched and paid as they fall due.
• Raised sales invoices using E5 Finance system, to generate income for the University, or to recoup costs as requested by ECS Department colleagues via Sales Invoice Request Form

Sport Department Support

• Coordinated sport booking availability with sports centre leisure software system (Plus2)
• Liaised with stakeholders (commercial/academic/student sport).
• Worked closely with Venues team, supporting summer school and commercial Enterprise bookings

• Participated in career fairs and networking events to promote the recruitment agency's services.
• Ensured timely closure of open positions by proactively coordinating between clients and candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Offered guidance around interview preparation techniques to registered candidates, enhancing their chances of success.
• Managed relationships with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs and timelines.
• Conducted pre-interview screening calls to assess candidate suitability and interest.
• Coordinated interview schedules between candidates and clients, ensuring seamless communication.
• Maintained regular follow-up with placed candidates to ensure their smooth transition into new roles.
• Interviewed and hired staff to fit job and team requirements.

Junior role within HR, Bookham was a fast-growing company in Optics, I was recruited within the HR team to interview and take on production staff, liaising with senior members of the HR team to ensure contracts were sent out and inductions were organized

• Updated job descriptions regularly, ensuring alignment with changing business needs.
• Coordinated recruitment drives for an increased pool of potential candidates.
• Screened applicant resumes meticulously, shortlisting suitable candidates efficiently.
• Approved holiday and leave requests, maintaining staff levels required for daily operations.
• Maintained and organised employee files for accurate, easily retrievable records.
• Managed holiday scheduling to ensure smooth business operations all year round.
• Organised training sessions to enhance employees' skills and productivity.