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Holly Gallagher

HARROW,Middlesex

Summary

A bright motivated and committed individual with plenty of transferable skills used to great effect during my gap year travelling in America and Nicaragua , including great organisation skills, diverse interpersonal experience where I utilised and developed my communication, team building and language development skills. I am now seeking a role as a Quantity Surveyor Apprentice that will allow me to build on my gap year experiences.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Brand Ambassador

N2O
London
10.2023 - Current
  • Used my communication skills to frequently liaise with a diverse range of people including customers, clients and colleagues, which gave me the ability to handle inquiries effectively
  • Gained experience in promoting products and services, understanding customers needs and using marketing techniques to increase brand awareness and drive sales
  • Attended events, trade shows and networking events which gave me the opportunity to meet new people and expand my professional network


Volunteer

Achill Beg Construction Inc
San Francisco
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • Analysed construction plans and specifications to estimate the costs of materials, labour and equipment, allowing me to develop accurate budgets and cost plans for construction projects
  • Effectively communicated with clients, contractors, suppliers and stakeholders, both verbally and in writing
  • Paid close attention to detail when reviewing construction documents, contracts and financial records to ensure accuracy


Cafe Team Member

Flip Out
London
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Worked with compassion, empathy and patience when interacting with customers to take orders, answer questions and address concerns
  • Balanced multiple tasks including preparing food and beverages, cleaning tables and managing catering for children's parties, requiring excellent time management skills to ensure efficient service in a fast paced environment
  • Processed customers payments, handled cash, and using POS systems allowed me to develop skills in financial management

Volunteer

Achill Beg Construction Inc
San Francisco
04.2021 - 10.2021
  • Analysed construction plans and specifications to estimate the costs of materials, labour and equipment, allowing me to develop accurate budgets and cost plans for construction projects
  • Effectively communicated with clients, contractors, suppliers and stakeholders, both verbally and in writing
  • Paid close attention to detail when reviewing construction documents, contracts and financial records to ensure accuracy


Accounts Assistant

Lawrence Johns Chartered Accountants
Harrow
07.2021 - 08.2021
  • Gained practical experience in managing financial records to ensure accurate financial reporting
  • Gained proficiency in using spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel and accounting software such as QuickBooks for financial analysis, reporting and data management
  • Interacted with colleagues, clients and vendors effectively to gather information and provide assistance with financial inquiries

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting and Finance

Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham
09.2022 - 03.2023

A-Levels -

St Dominic's Sixth Form College
Middlesex
09.2020 - 06.2022

GCSEs -

The Sacred Heart Language College
Harrow
09.2015 - 06.2020

Skills

  • Computing Proficiency
  • Active listening
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Effective team working
  • Organisation and time management
  • Analytical Thinking

Timeline

Brand Ambassador

N2O
10.2023 - Current

Volunteer

Achill Beg Construction Inc
04.2023 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting and Finance

Nottingham Trent University
09.2022 - 03.2023

Cafe Team Member

Flip Out
09.2021 - 05.2022

Accounts Assistant

Lawrence Johns Chartered Accountants
07.2021 - 08.2021

Volunteer

Achill Beg Construction Inc
04.2021 - 10.2021

A-Levels -

St Dominic's Sixth Form College
09.2020 - 06.2022

GCSEs -

The Sacred Heart Language College
09.2015 - 06.2020
Holly Gallagher