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Holly Lafford

Cirencester,Gloucestershire

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate professional with a proven track record in customer facing roles. Strong organisational skills combined with exceptional customer service abilities. Proficient in diary management, scheduling, and maintaining confidential records. Committed to making a positive impact and empowering individuals in their journey towards personal and professional success.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work history

Recruitment Consultant

Intaso
Swindon
05.2022 - Current
  • Conduct thorough screening processes, including resume reviews, phone screenings, and interviews
  • Schedule and coordinate interviews between clients and candidates, ensuring a smooth and efficient process
  • Negotiate and present job offers to successful candidates
  • Assist in managing the candidate's transition, including resignation and onboarding
  • Maintain regular communication to provide updates on candidate progress, present shortlisted profiles, and gather feedback to refine the search process

Key Achievements:

- Hit over half of 120,000 revenue target (52%) for FY23 so far (Jan 23 - Jan 24)

- Closed a deal a month in 2023

- Arranged and held important client meetings with CEO's/ CSO's at enterprise Cyber Security vendors in my first 6 months

Executive Officer/ Diary Manager

Department For Work & Pensions
Cirencester
06.2020 - 05.2022
  • Assisted individuals seeking employment by providing guidance, resources, and personalized assistance throughout the job search process
  • Efficiently managed and organized the schedules and appointments for departmental staff, including senior executives and managers
  • Ensured smooth coordination of meetings, interviews, and other engagements, optimizing time and resources
  • Addressed queries, concerns, and complaints in a professional and compassionate manner, striving to meet their needs and exceed expectations

Key Achievements:- Successfully managed a high volume of appointments and schedules, ensuring minimal conflicts and optimal time utilization for departmental staff & customers- Received positive feedback from individuals for providing tailored job search support, resulting in increased job placements and successful career transitions

Travelling

NZ & Australia
10.2019 - 06.2020

Deputy Manager

The Farm Nursery
Cirencester
01.2018 - 10.2019

Nursery Nurse

Tiggers Nurseries
Cirencester
12.2013 - 12.2017

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Childcare

Cirencester College

GCSEs -

Cirencester Kingshill School
Cirencester

Skills

  • End-to-end recruitment
  • Thorough minute-keeping
  • Advanced computer skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Diary management
  • Strategic scheduling
  • Administrative support

Timeline

Recruitment Consultant

Intaso
05.2022 - Current

Executive Officer/ Diary Manager

Department For Work & Pensions
06.2020 - 05.2022

Travelling

NZ & Australia
10.2019 - 06.2020

Deputy Manager

The Farm Nursery
01.2018 - 10.2019

Nursery Nurse

Tiggers Nurseries
12.2013 - 12.2017

NVQ Level 3 - Childcare

Cirencester College

GCSEs -

Cirencester Kingshill School
Holly Lafford