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Andie Appleyard

Andie Appleyard

Goole

Summary

Business owner and client care specialist with a proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service across diverse industries. Combines experience in managing global clients with running a bespoke wellness practice, excelling at active listening, understanding individual needs, and building genuine, long-term relationships. A naturally organised and driven professional seeking a part-time role to contribute a people-first approach, commercial experience, and strong work ethic to a collaborative team.

Overview

9
9
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience

Work history

Business Owner & Holistic Therapist

Self-Employed
Goole
2025.11 - Current

Founded and manage a successful private wellness practice specialising in luxury massage therapy and Japanese head spa treatments. Deliver bespoke, high-end guest experiences by combining advanced therapeutic techniques with an attentive, people-first approach to customer service.

  • Conduct in-depth client consultations to create personalised luxury massage and head spa plans.
  • Deliver five-star service throughout the client journey, from booking to post-treatment follow-up.
  • Manage daily operations, overseeing scheduling, marketing initiatives, and hygiene standards.

Recruitment consultant

Vitruvian Consultants & Radical Recruitment
Doncaster
2024.10 - 2025.11
  • Managed global recruitment and technical mobilisation for regulated offshore operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Managed international contracts and offshore certifications through end-to-end placement life cycle, ensuring timely and compliant fulfillment.
  • Coordinated QA/QC compliance desk and trained internal staff, enhancing consistency in operational processes.

Manager

Murphy's Pool & Snooker Club
Goole
2024.04 - 2024.10
  • Managed bar and club operations, overseeing supplier management, staff rota allocation, stock control, and compliance with licensing and health & safety regulations to ensure smooth operations.
  • Supervised and trained staff to enhance customer service in a high-traffic venue, fostering a positive experience for customers.
  • Handled cash management and resolved customer queries while upholding high operational standards to maintain service quality.

B2B Sales Leader

Smith Brothers
Doncaster
2023.04 - 2024.04
  • Increased sales by implementing an online ordering platform for customer orders.
  • Enhanced customer relationships by optimising online ordering and account management.
  • Boosted team confidence through structured training initiatives across the business sector.

Smart Lighting Commissioner

Ansell Lighting
Warrington
2019.04 - 2023.04

Installed smart lighting and conducted site surveys across England and Scotland to support project success.

  • Cultivated strong customer relationships to drive sales and consistently meet targets.
  • Delivered customer service that enhanced satisfaction and generated sales for new and existing customers.

National Mobile Therapist

Clarins
Manchester, Liverpool, York and Chester
2016.04 - 2019.04
  • Conducted training sessions on new products and treatments for staff, improving product knowledge and service delivery.
  • Developed business through face-to-face sales, establishing strong client relationships and expanding customer base.
  • Performed massage treatments in high-end department stores, enhancing customer experience and satisfaction.

Education

BA (Hons) - International Spa Management

University of Derby
Buxton, Derbyshire
2014.09 - 2017.05

BTEC- Distinction** - Beauty Therapy Sciences

Selby College
Selby, North Yorkshire
2011.09 - 2013.06

GCSEs - GCSE

Carlton High School
Carlton
2006.09 - 2011.05

Skills

  • Massage therapy
  • Luxury service delivery
  • Client relationship management
  • Customer relations
  • Operational compliance management
  • Business management
  • Supervision and leadership
  • IT proficiency
  • Time management
  • Adaptability and teamwork
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Creative problem-solving

Accomplishments

Ansell Lighting 2020.

Awarded Employee of the Year in recognition of my strong work ethic, adaptability, and commitment during the COVID-19 pandemic. While the majority of the office team was furloughed, I was retained to support business operations, reflecting the trust placed in my performance. Successfully adapted to remote working, helped develop and implement new processes, and ensured business continuity during a challenging and rapidly changing period.

Timeline

Business Owner & Holistic Therapist

Self-Employed
2025.11 - Current

Recruitment consultant

Vitruvian Consultants & Radical Recruitment
2024.10 - 2025.11

Manager

Murphy's Pool & Snooker Club
2024.04 - 2024.10

B2B Sales Leader

Smith Brothers
2023.04 - 2024.04

Smart Lighting Commissioner

Ansell Lighting
2019.04 - 2023.04

National Mobile Therapist

Clarins
2016.04 - 2019.04

BA (Hons) - International Spa Management

University of Derby
2014.09 - 2017.05

BTEC- Distinction** - Beauty Therapy Sciences

Selby College
2011.09 - 2013.06

GCSEs - GCSE

Carlton High School
2006.09 - 2011.05
Andie Appleyard