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Emma Young

Ellon

Summary

I am a work driven individual who can confidently provide strong organisational skills and a keen ability to manage tasks and timelines. Knowledgeable about coordinating team efforts, supporting all areas of work and maintaining clear communication. I am ready to take my skills into a new area of work and show my keen efforts to work hard as part of a team, expand my knowledge, learn and take on new tasks and progress into having a successful career.

Overview

1
1
year of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience

Work history

Finance assistant

Metrol Technology Limited
Dyce, Aberdeen City
02.2025 - Current
  • Processing coding and authorising on Sage 200 invoices to meet monthly deadlines.
  • Coding invoices accurately before processing.
  • Reviewing, processing and reconciling company credit cards.
  • Facilitated month-end closing procedures to maintain up-to-date financial records.
  • Filing and checking payments accurately.
  • Performed general administrative tasks, enhancing overall departmental productivity.
  • Managed reception duties by handling incoming mail, responding to enquiries, and dealing with incoming phone calls.
  • Contributed to team meetings for development of finance strategies and plans.

Customer assistant

Tesco
Ellon, Aberdeenshire
02.2022 - 01.2025
  • Assisted customers across various departments to provide a seamless shopping experience.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure repeat business.
  • Operated till systems at the checkout area with efficiency.
  • Managed high-pressure situations with ease, ensuring customer satisfaction during peak hours.
  • Collaborated efficiently with team members to maintain smooth store operations.
  • Supported daily store operations across multiple departments to enhance overall efficiency.
  • Replenished and maintained stock levels to ensure product availability for customers.
  • Maintained a clean, organised workspace around the checkout area.

Junior hairdresser

The House of Hair
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
12.2022 - 03.2024
  • Improved customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional hairstyling services.
  • Conducted hair consultations, understanding clients' needs and expectations.
  • Utilised advanced styling tools effectively, enhancing customer satisfaction levels.
  • Collaborated with team members for smooth salon operations during peak hours.
  • Work in a calm, professional manner in a very busy work environment prioritising tasks appropriately.
  • Answered phone calls and coordinated customer bookings efficiently.
  • Maintained cleanliness of salon workspace to ensure hygiene standards.

Office junior

KR Steel
Newburgh, Aberdeenshire
05.2020 - 10.2022

During my time with KR Steel i undertook a year of work related from May 2020 to June 2021 learning whilst i was still in the academy during that time i became confident in answering supplier and customer phone calls, dealing with external company emails and offering support within a busy office environment.

I then returned in September 2021 whilst still at the academy to further expand my office knowledge and gain more confidence in day to day office tasks.

I then got kept on until October 2022 where i was placed in a full time office junior role which included doing tasks such as:

  • Assisted in scheduling meetings for streamlined workflow.
  • Taking site visits with other staff members to expand my knowledge further out with office tasks.
  • Handled incoming calls professionally, providing information or transferring calls to the appropriate department.
  • Performing general administrative duties in a busy office environment.
  • Supported general office operations.
  • Oversaw reception area operations, ensuring a professional environment for visitors., offering warm a warm welcome to visitors and clients.
  • Facilitated good working a good working atmosphere with polite communication between staff members.

Customer assistant

Ythan Bakers
Ellon, Aberdeenshire
04.2019 - 12.2021
  • Answering customer phone calls taking orders over the phone.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately.
  • Operated till systems efficiently during busy hours.
  • Managed high-pressure situations with ease, ensuring customer satisfaction during peak hours.
  • Upheld company policies whilst interacting with customers to maintain brand reputation.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members to achieve common goals.
  • Stocked shelves regularly for easy access to products by customers.
  • Maintained a clean, organised workspace at all times.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Hairdressing

Aberdeen City Collage
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
09.2022 - 06.2023

Higher -

Ellon Academy
Ellon, Aberdeenshire

National 5 -

Ellon Academy
Ellon, Aberdeenshire

National 4 -

Ellon Academy
Ellon, Aberdeenshire

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong administration and office support

Customer enquiries management

Attending and note-taking during meetings

Attention to detail

Deadline-oriented

Professional communication

Teamwork and adaptability

A positive work attitude

Timeline

Finance assistant

Metrol Technology Limited
02.2025 - Current

Junior hairdresser

The House of Hair
12.2022 - 03.2024

Diploma of Higher Education - Hairdressing

Aberdeen City Collage
09.2022 - 06.2023

Customer assistant

Tesco
02.2022 - 01.2025

Office junior

KR Steel
05.2020 - 10.2022

Customer assistant

Ythan Bakers
04.2019 - 12.2021

Higher -

Ellon Academy

National 5 -

Ellon Academy

National 4 -

Ellon Academy
Emma Young