Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Volunteer - Event Management
Timeline
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Helen Buxton

Shipley

Summary

I have been in the Banking profession since leaving school. I have expertise in data analysis and interpretation, complemented by strong skills in databases administration and strategic planning. I remain calm under pressure and possess exceptional problem-solving abilities, consistently delivering high-quality results.

I have also used this expertise in Volunteer roles managing an Elite Swimming Club and organizing events.

Following redundancy from the Banking industry, I have retrained as SEQ L2 Swimming Teacher and see this as my new career path. I have volunteered in the Swimming environment for the last 10 years so have great experience in competitive swimming and officiating however have now chosen to get involved in Swimming teaching.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Technical Business Consultant

Santander
Bradford, West Yorkshire
1997.04 - 2025.09

Technical Business Consultant

  • Resourced Schedules for Telephony agents across Business areas within Santander
  • Worked with Genesys for Scheduling shifts.
  • Moved onto new platform AWS Workforce Manager, whilst the tool was in development for Santander.
  • Conducted regular reviews of resource plans to adapt to changing project demands.
  • Executed detailed analysis of project performance to enhance future resource planning efforts.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Used Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Access to create documents and clear communications.

MI Analyst

  • Assisted with continuous improvement initiatives, applying data findings to address underperforming areas.
  • Automated tasks to increase efficiency and reduce department workload.
  • Analysed complex data sets and studied impacts on business growth and operational efficiency.
  • Uncovered trends and patterns and reported to senior decision-makers.
  • Monitored KPIs and tracked continuous progress to evaluate efficacy of business solutions.
  • Documented workflow charts, records and job descriptions to guide overall organisational improvements.

Customer Service Assistant (Phone)

  • Upheld company policies and procedures consistently for maintained standards of operation.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and concerns to ensure satisfactory resolutions.
  • Coordinated responses to customer feedback to enhance service quality.
  • Resolved complex customer issues by employing problem-solving skills and product knowledge.

Banking Analyst

Bradford & Bingley Building Society
Bingley, West Yorkshire
1992.04 - 1997.04
  • Issued certified cheques to serve customer needs.
  • Assisted in bank processing of cheques for approval.
  • Updated financial records for accurate tracking and reporting.

Customer Service Representative

Nationwide Building Society
Bradford
1989.07 - 1992.04
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by resolving inquiries and providing product information.
  • Assisted customers with transactions and ensured accuracy during payment processing.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline service delivery and enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented feedback mechanisms to gather customer insights and improve service quality.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers fostering brand loyalty and repeat business.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - Business Studies

Shipley College
Shipley
1989.09 - 1991.07

GCSEs -

Nab Wood Grammar School
Shipley
1986.09 - 1989.07

Skills

  • Data analysis and interpretation
  • Databases administration
  • Calm under pressure
  • Problem-solving
  • Strategic planning

Affiliations

  • Swimming
  • Ice Hockey
  • Steampunk Events

Certification

Have worked within City of Bradford Swimming Club in various roles for the last 10 years. Currently Honourary Treasurer of the club and have been for the last 4 years. Help to run the club financials which are audited every year.

Have extensive knowledge of Swim England policies and procedures, including Membership and Safeguarding. Have also planned 2 foreign training camps for the club to Spain in 2019 and Greece in 2025.

I am a qualified Technical Official - Judge 2 and have officiated at all swimming levels from Development Meets to National competitions.

Volunteer - Event Management

I am part of a team which organised 3 Steampunk events a year, 2 in Haworth, West Yorkshire and 1 in Hebden Bridge. This involves arranging 

  • Council Licences
  • Road closures
  • Insurance
  • Website administration
  • Costings
  • Trading applications completed for the event.

Profits are donated to Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice which means every event starts with a £0 balance. I have been involved with this for the last 4 years taking more roles on as years go by.

Timeline

Technical Business Consultant

Santander
1997.04 - 2025.09

Banking Analyst

Bradford & Bingley Building Society
1992.04 - 1997.04

Certificate of Higher Education - Business Studies

Shipley College
1989.09 - 1991.07

Customer Service Representative

Nationwide Building Society
1989.07 - 1992.04

GCSEs -

Nab Wood Grammar School
1986.09 - 1989.07
Helen Buxton