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Demi Highton

Runcorn,Cheshire

Summary

Highly organised, detail-oriented Law graduate with administration and hospitality experience. Offering a wealth of knowledge across a range of subject areas. A committed and motivated employee with a strong interpersonal and communication skills. Successful at managing multiple responsibilities whilst maintaining a pro-active approach. Dependable, with excellent written skills for reliable results across administrative tasks. Adaptable individual, keen to use transferable skills to excel in a career in HR.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Account handler

Howden Insurance Company
Warrington, Cheshire
08.2024 - Current

Processing applications for a niche Insurance market, effectively transferring data from application forms to company computer system.

Handling sensitive information discreetly, maintaining company privacy standards.

Managing incoming and outgoing post for efficient distribution.

Supporting accurate record-keeping with proficient data entry skills.

Keeping files organised and up-to-date for accurate record-keeping purposes.

Handling incoming calls for staff, answering questions, directing calls and documenting messages.

Confident and efficient use of Microsoft Office and quickly adapted to companies own computer systems.

Barista, Supervisor, Assistant Manager

Costa Coffee
Chester, Cheshire
09.2021 - 07.2024

Successfully worked my way up from Barista to Assistant Manager going through all of the relevant application and interview processes.

Handled stock control duties diligently preventing overstocking or shortages.

Coordinated hiring, recruitment and training strategies to build successful teams.

Designed and implemented training to further develop staff based on business goals.

Coordinated with management on operational issues providing solutions for better efficiency.

Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, motivational coaching.

Produced high-volume coffee orders quickly and accurately, meeting customer demand.

Communicated clearly with team of baristas, management and other front-of-house staff to minimise mistakes.

Balanced cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate financial reporting at the end of each shift.

Office assistant

Hot Glu Ltd
Cheshire
03.2019 - 04.2021

Kept adequate office supplies on hand to support staff and business requirements.

Supported staff with administrative needs for photocopying, faxing and filing.

Sorted and organised different types of information by document type, or location.

Promoted welcoming environment while managing reception area.

Assisted director in checking invoices and arranging into numerical order ready to be posted out.

Kept office clean and tidy as well as cleaning engineers workshop and taking extra care around equipment.

Education

Bachelor of Laws - Law

University of Chester
Chester
09.2021 - 11.2024

A-Levels - Law , English Language, History

Cronton Sixth Form College
Widnes, Halton
09.2019 - 08.2021

Skills

  • Strong planning, organization and multi tasking abilities
  • Administrative experience
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Excellent verbal and written skills
  • Positive and improvement-oriented mindset
  • Proactive approach

Timeline

Account handler

Howden Insurance Company
08.2024 - Current

Barista, Supervisor, Assistant Manager

Costa Coffee
09.2021 - 07.2024

Bachelor of Laws - Law

University of Chester
09.2021 - 11.2024

A-Levels - Law , English Language, History

Cronton Sixth Form College
09.2019 - 08.2021

Office assistant

Hot Glu Ltd
03.2019 - 04.2021
Demi Highton