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Fiona Marshall Rae

Stirling

Summary

  • I am a dedicated professional with a strong foundation in customer service and administrative efficiency. Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal aptitude and effective communication skills, ensuring seamless interactions and client satisfaction. Proactively organised with a keen attention to detail, complemented by advanced computer literacy. Committed to leveraging these competencies to enhance operational processes and contribute to organisational success.
  • A versatile, adaptable and confident person who has accumulated a wealth of knowledge and management skills through practical experience.
  • An excellent communicator with good interpersonal skills and can contribute to successful teams.
  • I am self-motivated, results orientated, quality conscious and work well under pressure.
  • I am reliable, determined, flexible, caring and possess a good sense of humour.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work history

Personal assistant

Enable Scotland
Stirling, Stirling
2019.03 - Current
  • Developed personalised care plans in consultation with health professionals tailoring service provision according to individual needs.
  • Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals as per dietary requirements of each individual client.
  • Facilitated social outings, promoting community integration and mental wellbeing.
  • Administered medication according to prescribed schedules, ensuring health maintenance.
  • Assisted clients with daily activities for improved quality of life.
  • Safely lifted, transferred and repositioned service users using hoists and wheelchairs.
  • Conducted detailed observations and reported changes in client behaviour to healthcare professionals.
  • Provided comprehensive care to patients by ensuring their physical and emotional needs were met.
  • Transported clients to medical appointments or other necessary errands thereby providing indispensable logistical support.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for patients' comfort and safety.
  • Established supportive relationships with patients, fostering trust and communication.
  • Assisted in all aspects of personal hygiene, prioritising patient dignity, privacy and independence.

Workshop facilitator

Babcock International Group
Edinburgh, Edinburgh
2018.06 - 2019.03
  • First point of contact for the workshop, providing a professional reception service to all customers and stakeholders.
  • To receive vehicles, create job cards and liaise with the workshop lead hand regarding progress and updating of job status.
  • Order and receive VOR parts as required.
  • Label and locate stock parts when delivered.
  • Carry out cycle counts on stock as required.
  • Assist workshop and LHR parts team to identify parts required,
  • Carry out general parts administrative duties.
  • Carry out general stores housekeeping duties.
  • Responsibility for promptly updating job cards and ensuring correct labour allocation, time and alert setting.
  • Manage transactional performance statistics.
  • Liaise with clients and GSF support centre when required.
  • Implement and monitor office departmental H & S and quality compliance requirements.
  • Be an active member of the Operational Team and participate in business wide issues and the development of operational strategies.
  • Ensure that customer service delivery is maintained at the optimum level.

Customer service manager

Hotel Connexions
Glasgow, Glasgow City
2016.04 - 2018.05
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing diverse teams.
  • Managed challenging situations to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Fostered a supportive environment through active team management.
  • Conducted regular meetings for transparent communication.
  • Resolved complaints efficiently, fostering customer loyalty.
  • Raised company reputation with high-quality customer care.
  • Streamlined processes for improved team efficiency.
  • Enhanced operating procedures for smoother workflow.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Promoted products effectively to increase sales.
  • Investigated issues affecting group operations, prepared reports and helped correct problems.
  • Coordinated hiring, recruitment and training strategies to build successful administrative team.
  • Organised financial and operational data to help with yearly budgeting and planning.
  • Represented organisations at seminars, conferences and business events.

Administrator

Edinburgh Airport Fire Service & Training Centre
Edinburgh, Edinburgh
2015.03 - 2016.03
  • Processed expense reports, resulting in accurate financial records maintained consistently.
  • Improved record keeping system with attention to detail and thoroughness.
  • Managed office supplies inventory, ensuring readiness for all projects at any given time.
  • Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient administrative procedures.
  • Increased efficiency of document retrieval with a well-organised filing system.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for executives, contributing towards seamless business trips without disruption.
  • Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email and in-person to deliver accurate service information.
  • Effectively managed incoming and outgoing mail to maximise office efficiency.
  • Managed office supply inventory, performing stocktake duties and ordering additional supplies to meet staff needs.
  • Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets and presentations for internal and customer-facing needs.
  • Negotiated with vendors and service providers to control corporate expenditures.
  • Represented organisations at seminars, conferences and business events.
  • Created classification systems to manage archives.

Customer service manager

Hotel Connexions
Dunblane, Stirling
2008.01 - 2015.02

Job description and key responsibilities as per position held between 2016 and 2018 within Glasgow branch.

Barista

Marks & Spencer
Dunblane, Stirling
2009.01 - 2013.02
  • Maintained cleanliness of the café area whilst preparing orders.
  • Ensured customer satisfaction by providing top-quality coffee and beverages.
  • Enhanced efficiency by keeping work areas tidy and well-stocked.
  • Assisted in inventory control measures for effective stock management.
  • Upheld excellent relationships with regular clients fostering loyalty and repeat business.
  • Streamlined order taking process, reducing wait times for customers' convenience.
  • Addressed any customer complaints or issues promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Trained new staff members on café operations, fostering teamwork and consistency.
  • Provided a welcoming atmosphere to customers, promoting return visits.
  • Performed all opening and closing duties fully and accurately to maintain cleanliness of café equipment.

Ward clerk

NHS Forth Valley
Stirling, Stirling
2005.09 - 2007.12
  • Provided accurate information to visitors with prompt responses to inquiries.
  • Assisted in the admission and discharge process to expedite patient flow.
  • Adhered strictly to health and safety protocols, reducing risk of incidents.
  • Offered emotional support to patients and their families, fostering a positive environment.
  • Handled incoming calls professionally directing them appropriately within the department.
  • Assisted nurses with non-medical tasks, facilitating better focus on patient care.
  • Liaised with other departments for seamless operations within the ward.
  • Supported staff with administrative needs for photocopying, faxing and filing.
  • Handled confidential documents securely, maintaining patient privacy.
  • Increased efficiency of ward operations with meticulous record keeping.
  • Answered in person, online and telephone queries, directing complex requests to appropriate staff member or department.
  • Collected and entered clinical records onto secure online database.
  • Provided reliable administrative support to Labour Ward by employing skills in reception management and telephone correspondence.
  • Managed office supplies and inventory for day-to-day operations.

Nursing auxiliary

NHS Forth Valley
Stirling, Stirling
2004.08 - 2005.09
  • Collaborated with nursing team to enhance patient care delivery.
  • Maintained clean and hygienic premises for infection control.
  • Participated in staff training sessions; updated professional knowledge regularly.
  • Delivered high-quality patient care to ensure satisfaction.
  • Supported data security and patient privacy with adherence to confidentiality protocols.
  • Collected and disposed of clinical waste in line with regulations.
  • Monitored medical supply levels and restocked exam rooms.
  • Diligently followed Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) policies to minimise ward infection rates.
  • Prepared treatment rooms prior to use.
  • Input patient data onto clinical system, adhering to confidentiality laws.
  • Aided midwives with patients during pregnancy and birth.

Facilities administrator

FES FM Ltd
Stirling, Stirling
2001.06 - 2003.10
  • Streamlined operations by scheduling routine maintenance checks for all equipment.
  • Liaised with service providers to resolve technical issues, resulting in no work disruptions.
  • Scheduled repairs and renovations without disrupting work schedules or productivity.
  • Dealt promptly with emergency situations ensuring minimal impact on services.
  • Performed best practices and quality standards to comply with occupational health and safety procedures.
  • Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies.
  • Represented organisations at seminars, conferences and business events.
  • Controlled resources by department or project and tracked use in company mainframe systems.

Customer support specialist

TNT Express
Stirling, Stirling
2000.10 - 2001.03
  • Managed inbound calls for a seamless customer experience.
  • Delivered excellent service with timely problem resolution.
  • Provided feedback on customer interactions to enhance company's products and services.
  • Trained new team members, ensuring high-quality customer support.
  • Improved customer retention through proactive communication strategies.
  • Coordinated with other departments to resolve cross-functional issues.
  • Maintained excellent working relations with numerous external clients, providing timely quotes and shipping information.
  • Obtained feedback from customers to improve service experience.
  • Recorded information about inquiries and complaints within internal database.
  • Implemented customer follow up to uphold service standards.

Senior sales manager

TNT Express
Edinburgh, Edinburgh
1998.03 - 2000.01
  • Managed sales team to exceed annual targets.
  • Identified new business opportunities for revenue growth.
  • Streamlined processes, optimised efficiency in operations.
  • Managed budgeting process for cost effectiveness.
  • Conducted performance reviews and created action plans to drive team improvements.
  • Drove continual improvement within sales team through 1:1 reviews and coaching.
  • Analysed sales reports to identify trends and update strategies.

Sales operations manager

TNT Express
Stirling, Stirling
1990.03 - 1998.03
  • Monitored sales trends and provided insightful forecast reports to senior management.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with meticulous oversight of after-sales service.
  • Streamlined sales operations by implementing efficient process improvements.
  • Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and career development guidance where necessary.
  • Organised special sales at specific times to drive customer engagement and move high volumes of products.
  • Established budgets for programme activities and controlled expenditure to meet targets.
  • Developed pricing structures based on historical and current trends, competitor activities and supply chain data.
  • Supported front-line sales teams with well-coordinated administrative operations.
  • Optimised sales methods to best engage, acquire and retain customers.

Telesales executive

TNT Express
Stirling, Stirling
1989.02 - 1990.03
  • Used persuasive selling techniques to convert enquiries into sales.
  • Conducted follow-up calls with customers for improved relationship management and retention rates.
  • Worked towards achieving individual monthly targets consistently without compromising on quality of service provided.
  • Recorded weekly sales calls and values on record sheet.
  • Tracked calls and sales data for insight into market trends.
  • Delivered exceptional customer experience by addressing all queries effectively and courteously.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of products, contributing to successful telesales pitches.
  • Generated leads through cold calling, resulting in increased sales opportunities.

Pricing clerk

TNT Express
Stirling, Stirling
1985.06 - 1989.02
  • Eliminated errors in billing with diligent review and correction of invoice mismatch issues.
  • Facilitated smooth business operations during staff holidays by taking over additional responsibilities such as data entry tasks related to item costing updates.
  • Facilitated seamless communication between sales floor and management on pricing discrepancies, resulting in swift resolution.
  • Calculated bills owed by customers, prepared invoices and distributed statements.
  • Used correct classifications and coding for accounting transactions.
  • Met departmental training requirements to consistently improve standard of work.
  • Identified and resolved administrative errors, recommending preventative action to improve data quality.

Education

GCSEs - Secretarial Studies

Wallace High School
Stirling
06/1979 - 06/1983

GCSEs - Arithmetic

Wallace High School
Stirling
06/1979 - 06/1983

GCSEs - French

Wallace High School
Stirling
06/1979 - 06/1983

Skills

  • Interpersonal aptitude
  • Proactive organisation
  • Administrative efficiency
  • Computer literacy
  • Customer service orientation
  • Effective communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Service

Affiliations

  • Listening to music, and attending music events.
  • Theatre / musicals.
  • Eating out and going to the movies.
  • Walking with my Mini Schnauzer Arrah.

Accomplishments

Presented with a company car in recognition of my achievements in obtaining in excess of 50% over profit budget during three consecutive quarters.

Awarded National Sales Centre Manager of the year for highest profit return per head.

Creation, development and growth of Ward Clerk position within Labour Ward at Stirling Royal Infirmary.

Management, control and administration of 2 Fire Service Managers Annual Seminar weekends whilst on contract at Edinburgh Airport.

Head hunted by senior management at a previous employment to turn around a dysfunctional department bringing it into line with company objectives and KPI's.

Timeline

Personal assistant

Enable Scotland
2019.03 - Current

Workshop facilitator

Babcock International Group
2018.06 - 2019.03

Customer service manager

Hotel Connexions
2016.04 - 2018.05

Administrator

Edinburgh Airport Fire Service & Training Centre
2015.03 - 2016.03

Barista

Marks & Spencer
2009.01 - 2013.02

Customer service manager

Hotel Connexions
2008.01 - 2015.02

Ward clerk

NHS Forth Valley
2005.09 - 2007.12

Nursing auxiliary

NHS Forth Valley
2004.08 - 2005.09

Facilities administrator

FES FM Ltd
2001.06 - 2003.10

Customer support specialist

TNT Express
2000.10 - 2001.03

Senior sales manager

TNT Express
1998.03 - 2000.01

Sales operations manager

TNT Express
1990.03 - 1998.03

Telesales executive

TNT Express
1989.02 - 1990.03

Pricing clerk

TNT Express
1985.06 - 1989.02

GCSEs - Secretarial Studies

Wallace High School
06/1979 - 06/1983

GCSEs - Arithmetic

Wallace High School
06/1979 - 06/1983

GCSEs - French

Wallace High School
06/1979 - 06/1983
Fiona Marshall Rae