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Karen Sturrock

Norwich, Norfolk,England

Summary

I am an enthusiastic, happy, self-motivated, reliable, punctual, responsible and consistent hard working person. I am able to work well both in a team environment as well as using my own initiative.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Restoration Technician & Customer Service

Rainbow Restoration
Poringland , Norwich
09.2021 - 05.2023
  • Repairing damage to property whilst maintaining architectural integrity.
  • Completing restoration of properties and items by carefully dismantling, cleaning and reassembling and delivering back to Clients.
  • Fostered positive relationships with clients through clear communication and updates on progress. When out on site and in the office.
  • Keeping regular checks on stock levels and reordering when necessary.
  • Administration work, customer service, invoicing, booking appointments and visits for the clients, dealing with insurance companies regarding claims and queries.
  • Offering friendly, efficient customer service and handling challenging situations.
  • Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
  • Key Holder.

Domestic & Home Care Business

Self Employed
Diss, Norfolk
06.2016 - 08.2021
  • Executed day-to-day household duties and tasks with precision and efficiency, some with very tight deadlines.
  • Household duties, personal care, emotional and meal support, running errands and mobility assistance,
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help when and wherever needed.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
  • Key holder for Clients.

Customer Service Representative - Team Leader

Liberta
Eye , Suffolk
02.2014 - 05.2016
  • Developed strong relationships with customers fostering repeat business.
  • Assisted customers in making informed decisions by providing detailed product information.
  • Handled returns and exchanges efficiently maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Processed orders promptly ensuring a positive shopping experience for customers.
  • Handled customer complaints, providing appropriate solutions to guarantee positive outcomes.
  • Managed high volume of inbound calls.
  • Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
  • Key Holder

Family Businesses - Cafe - Pet Shop - Car Trade

Self Employed
Watford - Whetstone - Diss, Hertfordshire - London - Norfolk
09.1990 - 07.2014

Cafe / Sandwich Bar

  • Engaged with customers in a polite manner.
  • Ensured cleanliness of premises by performing regular cleaning duties.
  • Catering to the needs of busy customers.
  • Maintained clean and organised work area.
  • Pet Shop & Pet Market Stall
  • Offered friendly, efficient customer service.
  • Ordering items and stock control.
  • Delivering to Customers.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Taking payment via cheque, currency and card payments.

Car Trade

  • Sourced vehicles through auctions, private sellers and dealerships to expand product range.
  • Ensured cleanliness and good presentation of vehicles improving visual appeal.
  • Delivery of vehicles all over the UK.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of vehicles to ensure quality standard.
  • Accepted card, cash and cheque payments.

Education

O-level - English - Maths - History - Home Economics

Dame Alice Owens
Potters Bar

Skills

  • Customer service excellence
  • Proactive initiative
  • Attention to detail
  • Communication skills
  • Computer Literate
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Adaptability
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management

Certification

NVQ in Customer Service

Affiliations

  • I am a devout animal lover, especially dogs and I help a lot of animal charities. I like going on long walks and spending time with my dear family and friends. I also like going to the Cinema.

Timeline

Restoration Technician & Customer Service

Rainbow Restoration
09.2021 - 05.2023

Domestic & Home Care Business

Self Employed
06.2016 - 08.2021

Customer Service Representative - Team Leader

Liberta
02.2014 - 05.2016

Family Businesses - Cafe - Pet Shop - Car Trade

Self Employed
09.1990 - 07.2014

O-level - English - Maths - History - Home Economics

Dame Alice Owens
Karen Sturrock