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Claire Nunan

West Chiltington,West Sussex

Summary

Adaptable and organised administrative professional with background in office management, event coordination and diary scheduling. Knowledgeable and hardworking communicator with up-to-date knowledge of relevant safety and data security regulations. Works hard to keep office running smoothly.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Office manager

Jellyfish Ltd
Reigate, Surrey
04.2014 - 02.2026
  • Coordinated facility maintenance, providing safe and comfortable work environment.
  • Ensured comprehensive fire safety arrangements, including evacuation plans, drills, and coordination of fire marshals.
  • Facilitated supported DSE assessments and implemented ergonomic adjustments to enhance workplace comfort and productivity.
  • Maintained signage and safety information to uphold compliance and enhance workplace safety standards.
  • Maintained company records in compliance with legal requirements.
  • Managed supplier relationships to secure best pricing and service delivery.
  • Tracked inventory levels of office supplies, preventing stock shortages.
  • Handled incoming correspondence, resulting in timely responses and decision-making.
  • Answered daily telephone and email enquiries.
  • Processed invoices for payment and purchase orders with high attention to detail.
  • Accurately executed secretarial tasks, maintaining smooth administrative operations.
  • Scheduled meeting spaces and catering for board meetings, client consultations and contract negotiations.
  • Liaised with external vendors and service providers to address on-site maintenance and repair needs.
  • Worked with HR to maintain accurate and confidential employee records, enforcing compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Liaised with security personnel to monitor on-site access and approve authorised visitors to enter premises in several UK offices, Including Head Office in the Shard building.
  • Registered visitors, guests and contractors upon arrival, providing access passes within several UK offices, including Head Office in the Shard building.
  • Maintained high standards of accuracy and quality in data entry and recordkeeping.
  • Instructed employees in company policies and procedures, maximising compliance and consistency.
  • Managed staff mobile phone contracts to ensure optimal service provision and compliance with organisational policies.
  • Collaborated with teams across various UK offices.
  • Managed main Reception area in Reigate, covered Reception in the Shard, Head Office.

Small business owner

Top 2 Toe at Images
Epsom, Surrey
03.2006 - 07.2016
  • Managed daily operations for smooth functioning of business.
  • Developed sales strategy to expand market reach.
  • Sourced products from reliable vendors, maintained product quality standards.
  • Managed financial accounts, ensured fiscal stability.
  • Created business plan, secured funding for growth initiatives.
  • Launched new products to meet market demands.
  • Coordinated logistics and inventory management to maintain stock levels.
  • Established positive relationships with clients through exceptional service delivery.
  • Collaborated with local businesses for mutually beneficial partnerships.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure best prices.
  • Planned marketing campaigns for enhanced brand visibility.
  • Launched new products with detailed marketing plans.
  • Researched market trends and consumer behaviour to support business decision-making.

Beauty Therapist

Enhance Beauty Salon
Carshalton, Sutton
09.2005 - 02.2006
  • Maintained professional client records for effective treatment tracking.
  • Managed appointment scheduling efficiently, minimising wait times for clients.
  • Collaborated with team members to organise successful promotional events.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring repeat client bookings.
  • Attended training to deliver range of professional treatments offered by salon.
  • Executed varied beauty treatments to high standard, ensuring exceptional client satisfaction.

Beauty therapist

Studio 56
Dorking, Surrey
09.2004 - 09.2005
  • Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring repeat client bookings.
  • Collaborated with team members to organise successful promotional events.
  • Adapted beauty treatments to address individual client needs.
  • Maintained professional client records for effective treatment tracking.
  • Managed appointment scheduling efficiently, minimising wait times for clients.
  • Built and nurtured loyal customer relationships, promoting referrals to increase salon customer bases.
  • Answered clients' queries and requests by phone and email.
  • Attended training to deliver range of professional treatments offered by salon.
  • Greeted clients into salon, offering refreshments and magazines.

Student

Kingston College
Kingston upon Thames, Kingston upon Thames
09.2002 - 05.2004

Completed beauty therapy diploma at Kingston College. Gained practical experience by working in two salons.

  • Assisted clients with beauty treatments to enhance skills.
  • Facilitated reception duties and appointment scheduling to provide excellent customer service and support.

Payroll/Benefits Administrator

Bank One
Tottenham Court Road, City of London
04.1998 - 03.2002
  • Administered confidential payroll records, meticulously maintaining data integrity.
  • Collaborated with HR department to streamline employee data.
  • Input new payroll data manually into computer system.
  • Administer in-house staff mortgages and private health schemes to enhance employee benefits.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
  • Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.

Clerical Assistant/Receptionist

The Bank of Yokohama
Moorgate , City of London
02.1995 - 04.1998
  • Performed photocopying and document scanning duties, ensured availability of necessary paperwork at all times.
  • Fostered effective communication to resolve customer queries through professional email correspondence.
  • Contributed to team success by providing clerical support during large scale projects or events.
  • Processed new clerical requests and followed up to ensure timely completion and complete satisfaction with results.
  • Kept office tidy, organised and stocked with supplies.
  • Took and relayed messages between staff, customers and other parties.
  • Maintained tidy reception area to provide visitors with positive first impression of company.
  • Photocopied, laminated and bound documents to support meeting preparation.
  • Assisted with administrative tasks, improving overall functionality of office.
  • Delivered front of house duties with warm and professional manner.
  • Streamlined administrative processes, ensured well-organised workspace.
  • Provided reception cover, responded to telephone inquiries professionally and courteously.
  • Prioritised urgent tasks to meet deadlines efficiently.
  • Handled basic invoicing and mail management for office staff.

Clerical Assistant

The Royal Borough of Kingston
Kingston upon Thames, Kingston upon Thames
02.1994 - 02.1995
  • Managed incoming post to maintain regular communication flow within department.
  • Ensured accurate record keeping with diligent data entry tasks.
  • Ensured confidentiality of sensitive information adhering strictly to data protection policies.
  • Prioritised urgent tasks to meet deadlines efficiently.
  • Maintained precise records of expenditures.
  • Wrote professional letters.

Finance Assistant

The Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames, Kingston upon Thames
08.1992 - 02.1994
  • Ensured timely payment to suppliers by processing invoices promptly.
  • Handled ad-hoc finance related tasks efficiently whilst maintaining high accuracy levels.
  • Performed general administrative tasks, enhancing overall departmental productivity.

Education

Managing Safely - Safety and Health

Institution of Occupational Safety and Health
Reigate
12.2022 - 12.2022

Higher National Diploma - Body Therapy - Beauty Therapy

British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology Ltd
Kingston upon Thames
09.2002 - 06.2004

Diploma of Higher Education - Aesthetic Treatments - Beauty Therapy

British Association of Beauty and Cosmetology Ltd
Kingston upon Thames
09.2002 - 06.2004

5 GCSE's - Maths, English Literature, English, Geography, Drama

Coombe Girls' School
New Malden, Kingston upon Thames
09.1987 - 06.1992

Skills

  • Office Management
  • General administration and secretarial support
  • Telephone etiquette
  • Professionalism
  • Confidentiality maintenance
  • Event planning and logistics
  • Task prioritising

Affiliations

  • Weight Training / Walking
  • Socialising with freinds
  • Gardening

Timeline

Managing Safely - Safety and Health

Institution of Occupational Safety and Health
12.2022 - 12.2022

Office manager

Jellyfish Ltd
04.2014 - 02.2026

Small business owner

Top 2 Toe at Images
03.2006 - 07.2016

Beauty Therapist

Enhance Beauty Salon
09.2005 - 02.2006

Beauty therapist

Studio 56
09.2004 - 09.2005

Student

Kingston College
09.2002 - 05.2004

Higher National Diploma - Body Therapy - Beauty Therapy

British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology Ltd
09.2002 - 06.2004

Diploma of Higher Education - Aesthetic Treatments - Beauty Therapy

British Association of Beauty and Cosmetology Ltd
09.2002 - 06.2004

Payroll/Benefits Administrator

Bank One
04.1998 - 03.2002

Clerical Assistant/Receptionist

The Bank of Yokohama
02.1995 - 04.1998

Clerical Assistant

The Royal Borough of Kingston
02.1994 - 02.1995

Finance Assistant

The Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames
08.1992 - 02.1994

5 GCSE's - Maths, English Literature, English, Geography, Drama

Coombe Girls' School
09.1987 - 06.1992
Claire Nunan