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Georgia Higham

Georgia Higham

Preston,Lancashire

Summary

I have experience within a multitude of occupations, I started off straight out of high-school working at a restaurant before fulfilling a similar role at subway. I then started focusing more on my education before venturing into retail where i held two positions in similar stores (JD sports and foot asylum).


After i left my seasonal role at JD i stared to look into what role i want to succeed in and started applying for more corporate based jobs. I soon landed a position at TFL where i gained experience in a call based role and was trained in correspondence, inbound and outbound calls, data protection, ect. I also gained relevant IT skills and was then able to add these skills to my CV in order to apply for a new role in sales where i am still gaining new skills and knowledge to progress further into this role.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work history

Sales Development Representative

ClearCourse
Preston, Lancashire
07.2023 - Current


  • Contacted customers within the existing client base at GDS to install an embedded payment plan within their software.
  • Trained with sales skills and story telling.
  • Employed solution-based selling technique to communicate value proposition to potential Clearcourse customers.
  • Conducted detailed needs analyses with Clearcourse clients and identified current challenges within their embedded payment plan.
  • Listened to customer problems, objections and concerns, offering tailored solutions.
  • Trained with multiple forms of software and in profit protection (fraud), marketing/sales, ect.
  • Qualified inbound leads by skilfully guiding potential clients through needs analysis and discovery sessions to streamline lead conversion process.
  • Collaborated closely with account executives to build clear pictures of prospects' needs and pursue continuous knowledge development.

Agent

TFL
London
03.2023 - 06.2023

- Writing high quality and professional emails on behalf of the company.

- Taking both inbound and outbound calls.

- Using systems such as: remote desktop, cirrus, CCO, dynamic 360 and CRM systems.

- Providing quality customer service and handling difficult customers.

- Processing refunds and payments on behalf of customers.

- Engaging in meetings to bring forward new ideas, issues and provide support to co-workers.

- Transferring customers to the correct line.

- Providing appropriate advice and instructions.

- Fast typing and excellent communication skills.

- Ability to work with moderate language barriers.

- Ability to remain focused and professional when working remotely.

- Ability to overcome technical issues.

- Trained in data protection, health and safety, correspondence, calls, etc.

Retail Sales Assistant

Footasylum
Preston, Lancashire
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Assisted customers with product selection and sales, recommending items to increase transaction value.
  • Updated product labelling and pricing to reflect discounts and offers.
  • Resolved customer complaints and process issues with proactive problem-solving skills.
  • Guaranteed high levels of customer satisfaction through product knowledge and attentive service.
  • Carried out back-of-house maintenance, for clear, easy-to-navigate stockroom management.
  • Replenished floor stock and processed deliveries promptly, maximising product availability for customers.
  • Built lasting relationships with customers through customer service interactions.
  • Maintained knowledge of products and features to provide recommendations to customers.
  • Adhered to company procedures and guidelines to maintain compliance.
  • Processed returned or exchanged items and provided refunds to customers.
  • Assisted customers in locating specific items to boost satisfaction.
  • Fostered positive relationships with customers to enhance loyalty and retention.
  • Informed customers regarding promos and warranty services to increase sales.

Sandwich Artist

Subway
Manchester
  • Thoroughly cleaned food preparation areas, tools and equipment, maintaining faultless hygiene standards.
  • Greeted regular guests by name and established friendly rapport when taking orders.
  • Communicated menu information clearly, upselling seasonal items and promoting featured products.
  • Prepared sandwiches and other menu offerings in line with quality, portion and timeframe targets.
  • Maintained clean, tidy and organised working areas to maximise efficiency.
  • Delivered exceptional service, as illustrated by consistent positive Yelp reviews and five-star ratings.
  • Provided clear, accurate product information to address dietary restrictions and food allergies.
  • Prepared and packaged orders with precise presentation skills.

Dining Room Assistant

Bents
Manchester
  • Resolved guest complaints promptly and professionally, notifying restaurant management of concerns.
  • Cleaned, sanitised and organised food storage racks and bins, maintaining exceptional hygiene standards.
  • Regularly communicated with kitchen and bar staff to maintain smooth front of house operations, minimising potential service delays.
  • Warmly greeted guests upon arrival to create welcoming atmosphere.
  • Kept guest tables neat and tidy by regularly clearing away dirty dishes and used glasses and wiping down surfaces.
  • Served high volumes of guests in fast-paced service environments with exceptional customer care.
  • Used appropriate sanitising and cleaning products to maintain hygienic kitchen and food preparation areas.
  • Informed customers regarding ingredients used to address allergy and dietary issues.

Secretary Assistant

TFM
Preston, Lancashire

- Opened, organised and used company files following company procedures and TFM regulations.

- Maintained office distribution lists, ensuring relevant staff and clients received necessary communications.

- Managed day-to-day office admin duties, from customer relations to clerical tasks.

- Managed compliance diaries, appropriately monitoring deadlines for optimised company efficiency.

- Demonstrated effective, efficient and highly organised file management, including locating and retrieving.

- Managed employee and client information with discretion and sensitivity, maintaining full confidentiality in line with data protection regulations.

- Prepared and filed paper and electronic forms at TFM, ensuring document accuracy ahead of processing.

Education

Zero suicide awareness -

ZSA
Preston, Lancashire

NVQ Level 2 - English

Wigan and Leigh College
Wigan

NVQ Level 2 - Maths

Wigan and Leigh College
Wigan

NVQ Level 3 - Health and social

Runshaw College
Leyland

Diploma of Higher Education - occupational studies

Wigan and Leigh College
Wigan

Skills

- Fast paced worker & quick learner

- Visual merchandising

- Sales

- Market research

- Customer service skills

- Food handling and hygiene

- Basic IT skills

- Childcare skills

- Communication skills

- Solution based selling

- Cold calling

- Problem solving


ACCOMPLISHMENTS

- I became a model in early 2022 and have high confidence and understanding of the fashion industry

- I was a volunteer at a local drama studio for children

- I have been a brand ambassador for multiple companies including food, jewellery and sportswear

- I received my ZSA (zero suicide awareness) certificate and now volunteer at a suicide prevention hotline



Timeline

Sales Development Representative

ClearCourse
07.2023 - Current

Agent

TFL
03.2023 - 06.2023

Retail Sales Assistant

Footasylum
08.2022 - 01.2023

Sandwich Artist

Subway

Dining Room Assistant

Bents

Secretary Assistant

TFM

Zero suicide awareness -

ZSA

NVQ Level 2 - English

Wigan and Leigh College

NVQ Level 2 - Maths

Wigan and Leigh College

NVQ Level 3 - Health and social

Runshaw College

Diploma of Higher Education - occupational studies

Wigan and Leigh College
Georgia Higham