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Danielle Isherwood

Blackpool ,Lancashire

Summary

A highly skilled professional with extensive expertise in data inputting, project management, and customer relationship management systems. Demonstrates exceptional patience, diplomacy, and flexibility in task handling, ensuring precision under pressure and resilience to stress. Adept at process improvement initiatives and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on confidentiality maintenance and conflict resolution. Proven ability to lead teams effectively, manage client relations, and provide constructive feedback. Career goals include leveraging strategic thinking and technical communication skills to drive organisational success.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
4000
4000
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Administrative assistant

MRI Mortgage Solutions
Blackpool , Lancashire
08.2022 - Current
  • • Updated company databases by inputting new client contact information and employment details.
    • Improved customer satisfaction through prompt response to email and phone queries.
    • Handled incoming calls for staff, answering questions, directing calls and documenting messages.
    • Interacted professionally with clients, always providing excellent service.
    • Streamlined administrative processes for increased efficiency in the workplace.
    • Supported accurate record-keeping with proficient data entry skills.
    • Handled sensitive information discreetly always maintaining high level confidentiality.
    • Wrote professional letters, emails and memoranda for business communication.
    • Received and checked financial statements and reconciled related accounts.
    • Applied maths abilities to calculate and check financial figures.

Operational Directerate Manger (Product Manager)

DWP
Blackpool, Lancashire
03.2018 - 07.2022

• Led performance reviews, identified areas for improvement.
• Supervised project timelines for timely completion.
• Coordinated cross-departmental collaboration for improved workflow.
• Boosted department efficiency by streamlining operational processes.
• Piloted change management initiatives successfully improving organisational adaptability.
• Designed and implemented training to further develop staff based on business goals.
• Investigated issues affecting group operations, prepared reports and helped correct problems.
• Translated senior management directives into actionable front-line policies and implemented changes with staff.
• Developed organisational policies for administrative oversight and internal controls.
• Streamlined processes to improve and optimise office operations.
• Represented organisations at seminars, conferences and business events.
• Drafted procedural statements and guidelines for company-wide use.
• Streamlined communication channels, enhanced internal information flow.

Front line manager

HMRC
Preston, Lancashire
03.2013 - 03.2018

• Managed and inspired team of 13 frontline staff effectively for improved service delivery.
• Prioritised tasks according to urgency, ensuring timely completion of all activities, whilst balancing workload.
• Streamlined daily workflows, enhancing productivity levels.
• Worked closely with upper management to align frontline strategies with overall business goals.
• Trained new staff members to adhere to company's procedures and policies.
• Improved team cohesion by implementing regular feedback sessions.
• Identified training needs and opportunities to provide Continued Professional Development (CPD) for staff.
• Supervised and evaluated employee performance, providing construction feedback and identifying staff talent.
• Directed activities of staff to maximise service availability and play to teams' strengths
• Coordinated team meetings to keep all members updated and aligned.
• Fostered positive work culture with open communication channels.
• Addressed employee concerns promptly, reducing workplace conflicts.
• Resolved customer complaints swiftly, resulting in high customer satisfaction.
• Developed and updated internal guidelines
• Collaborated with other departments for seamless business operations.
• Oversaw workforce recruitment and development processes to guarantee service excellence.
• Ensured health and safety rules compliance, creating a safe work environment.

Compliance officer

HMRC
Blackpool, Lancashire
03.2008 - 03.2013

• Ensured company procedures met all relevant regulations by implementing rigorous checking systems.
• Identified potential areas of compliance vulnerability, resulting in improved risk management.
• Delivered comprehensive training sessions on compliance matters to staff, enhancing overall understanding and adherence to policies.
• Monitored activities for conformance with legal requirements, minimising exposure to risks.
• Updated policy documentation regularly to reflect changes in regulation.
• Maintained clear records of all compliance activities for audit purposes.
• Participated in strategic planning meetings and offered insights into potential compliance concerns.
• Took part in cross-functional team discussions on proposed business initiatives and provided feedback from a regulatory perspective.
• Analysed operational processes and made recommendations for improvements that enhanced efficiency whilst maintaining strict adherence to standards.
• Worked with different departments to promote organisation-wide understanding of compliance protocols, fostering an environment of shared responsibility.
• Maintained accurate and detailed compliance records.
• Supported creation of training materials to educate employees on regulations and impact of non-compliance.
• Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to in still culture-wide culture of
• Explained technical regulations to non-technical customers in clear and concise manner, accountability and compliance

Tax advisor

HMRC
Blackpool , Lancashire
11.2005 - 03.2008

• Assisted customers with understanding complex tax legislation dealing with over 70 calls per day.
• Provided clear and concise advice on tax liabilities for customers' peace of mind.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changes in tax law.
• Maintained comprehensive knowledge of HMRC regulations and legislations to offer accurate, up-to-date taxation advice.
• Maintained professionalism and high attention to detail when working under pressure to deadlines.
• Acted as point of contact for tax-related queries, disseminating expert knowledge to customers.
• Responded to customer requests for information with target timeframes for reliable service.

Education

A-Levels - A-Levels

Baines Sixth Form
Blackpool
09/1998 - 06.2000

GCSEs - GCSEs

Baines School
Blackpool
09/1994 - 06.1998

Skills

  • Telephone etiquette, public speaking, customer service and approachable personality
  • Decision-Making confidence and precision under pressure
  • Project Management and Process Improvement
    Regulatory compliance, knowledge of GDPR compliance and confidentiality awareness
  • Attention to Detail and records management
  • Self-motivation, cultural awareness and resourcefulness

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Administrative assistant

MRI Mortgage Solutions
08.2022 - Current

Operational Directerate Manger (Product Manager)

DWP
03.2018 - 07.2022

Front line manager

HMRC
03.2013 - 03.2018

Compliance officer

HMRC
03.2008 - 03.2013

Tax advisor

HMRC
11.2005 - 03.2008

A-Levels - A-Levels

Baines Sixth Form
09/1998 - 06.2000

GCSEs - GCSEs

Baines School
09/1994 - 06.1998
Danielle Isherwood