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Certification
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Gabrielle Peacock

Carron, Aberlour,Moray

Summary

Skilled complaints handler and customer service representative aiming to re-enter business environment in a remote, dynamic, and challenging role

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Online German Teacher (A1 to C1)

Lingoda
Berlin , online
04.2022 - Current
  • Supporting students in Zoom German classes of 1 to 10 persons, ranging from stage A1 to C1, following Lingoda's set curriculum, preparing materials before lessons, and providing individualised feedback to customers, reporting back to the company.

Part-time piano teacher

self-employed
Aberlour, Moray
01.2015 - Current

Providing face-to-face and Zoom support to piano pupils of all age groups, from junior to senior citizen, preparing some students for piano exams, developing learning materials, collaborating with parents, giving encouragement and constructive feedback, and tailor-making lessons to suit various special educational needs.

German-Speaking Complaints Handler

Urban Outfitters
Rushden, Northhamptonshire
10.2013 - 08.2015

Assisted in resolving complaints and queries from German and UK customers.
Coordinated with warehouse and courier services to track parcels.
Handled customer accounts, including processing refunds and compensation claims.

German-Speaking Account Manager

BNY Mellon
Manchester
05.2007 - 08.2012
  • Managed portfolio of key accounts, fostering long-term relationships through regular, strategic communication.
  • Resolved client issues promptly, maintaining high levels of satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Verified and reviewed completed contracts to maximise customer satisfaction.

German-speaking Complaints Handler

Michelin Tyres
Manchester
07.2004 - 03.2007
  • Communicated solutions, apologies, and compensation to customers, restoring their confidence in the service provided.
  • Engaged customers directly to seek clarifications, obtain additional information and follow up on services provided.
  • Maintained a calm and professional demeanor when dealing with challenging or upset customers, ensuring a positive interaction.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - Tefl / Celta

Azcent House
liaising
01-2002

Bachelor of Arts - German language and Music

Keele University
Keele
01-2001

Skills

  • Fluent German (C2)
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Quality assurance
  • Customer relationship management

Languages

German
Proficient
C2
French
Upper Intermediate
B2

Certification

  • 2.1. honours degree in German and Music
  • various Piano and Violin qualifications
  • CELTA qualification (Tefl)

Hobbies and interests

I play the piano and violin and compose my own music. I also like jogging and walking in the countryside.

Timeline

Online German Teacher (A1 to C1)

Lingoda
04.2022 - Current

Part-time piano teacher

self-employed
01.2015 - Current

German-Speaking Complaints Handler

Urban Outfitters
10.2013 - 08.2015

German-Speaking Account Manager

BNY Mellon
05.2007 - 08.2012

German-speaking Complaints Handler

Michelin Tyres
07.2004 - 03.2007

Certificate of Higher Education - Tefl / Celta

Azcent House

Bachelor of Arts - German language and Music

Keele University
Gabrielle Peacock