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Elizabeth McKittrick

Elizabeth McKittrick

Mature Student/Author
Doncaster

Summary

A mature student graduating in October, BA (Hons) English (1st), 2019-2022, University Campus Doncaster, Doncaster, with a wealth of transferable skills. Excellent secretarial, administrative and digital skills, experience of running my own business and a self-published author. A successful, highly motivated individual who achieves good results, aiming to enter the publishing industry as a freelance writer. Looking to build upon writing skills, creativity and tackle new challenges. Adept at paying attention to details. Deadline orientated and calm under challenging circumstances. Excellent proofreading and editing skills have been developed throughout the English degree. Production of video graphic essays, academic posters, building websites and writing academic essays have all required thorough research by way of multiple sources.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Property Manager

Self employed
Liopetri, Famagusta, Cyprus
11.2010 - 09.2016
  • Preparation and maintenance of holiday properties for rental.
  • Liaison with property owners for organization of individual needs of clients.

Team Support Administrator

Berrymans Lace Mawer Solicitors
Manchester, Greater Manchester
01.2001 - 04.2009
  • Daily management of inhouse case management system to support solicitors plus the coordination of support staff to ensure the production of reports and court documents met deadlines.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Accounts Assistant/Secretary

Miss Ellie's World Travel
Manchester, Greater Manchester
10.1998 - 12.2000
  • Performed administrative and clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, faxing and copying.
  • Communicated regularly with customers regarding account questions and issues.
  • Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments and documented account updates.
  • Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.

Secretary

Vanguard Engineering (Northern) Ltd
Failsworth, Manchester
05.1986 - 10.1998
  • Drafted and distributed professional business letters, quotations, fax and telex communications by way of audio typing.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
  • Handled daily scheduling tasks and provided administrative support for entire department.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
  • Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
  • Organized envelopes, postage and mail correspondence for staff and leadership.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) English (1st) 2019-2022 - English

University Campus Doncaster
Doncaster
09.2019 - 06.2022

GCE Ordinary level - English Language

Chadderton Grammar School for Girls
Chadderton

GCE Ordinary Level - English Literature

Chadderton Grammar School for Girls
Chadderton

Skills

    Experienced in meeting deadlines and attention to detail Good proofreading and editing skills, I have written and self-published a book and produced academic essays and assignments Experienced in conducting extensive research in order to produce high grade academic essays and thesis for BA degree Previous production of blog and short video on University website encouraging mature students to embark on degree courses

Additional Information

Worked as a member of the WRVI delivering meals on wheels and a mobile library serviced to elderly people.

Volunteered as a shop assistant in a charity shop in Paralimni, Cyprus, to help raise money for animals.

Secretary to the Maintenance Committee on a forty apartment complex in Liopetri dealing with the collection of maintenance fees and insurance premiums and solving problems on site.

Captained a Ladies Darts team for several years.

Accomplishments

    Wrote and self-published a book.

    Supervised a team of 14 solicitors and 12 support staff.

    Organized events: Christmas parties and trip to local brewery.

Timeline

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) English (1st) 2019-2022 - English

University Campus Doncaster
09.2019 - 06.2022

Property Manager

Self employed
11.2010 - 09.2016

Team Support Administrator

Berrymans Lace Mawer Solicitors
01.2001 - 04.2009

Accounts Assistant/Secretary

Miss Ellie's World Travel
10.1998 - 12.2000

Secretary

Vanguard Engineering (Northern) Ltd
05.1986 - 10.1998

GCE Ordinary level - English Language

Chadderton Grammar School for Girls

GCE Ordinary Level - English Literature

Chadderton Grammar School for Girls
Elizabeth McKittrickMature Student/Author