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Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
INTERESTS
Certification
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KIM SCALES

KIM SCALES

Basingstoke

Summary

Passioante and experienced customer service professional with 30 + years proven success in client facing roles, business administration and team support. Known for building strong client relationships, delivering exceptional service and maintaining stong attention to detail. Strong communication skills combined with reliability and a genuine commitment to client satisfaction.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

A2 Dominion Account Mananger

Advanced Maintenance UK Ltd
Reading, Berkshire
2020.09 - Current

Account management for heating and plumbing services for A2 Dominion tenants.

Coordinate annual gas servicing appointments with tenants

Schedule plant room checks, maintaining adherence to compliance

Call-out management, including booking appointments, ordering parts and invoicing for completed work.

Organise engineer diary and logistics to optimise workflow efficiency.

Handle telephone calls and emails, providing responsive customer support.

Utilise Microsoft Excel for data management and reporting purposes.

Serving as first aider, ensuring workplace health and safety compliance is met

Handle customer concerns and complaints to resolve issues and build loyalty.

Generate KPI reports to illustrate overall performance.

Handle customer concerns and complaints to resolve issues and build loyalty.

Balance multiple tasks simultaneously – ensuring completion within set time frames.

Contract administrator

Graham
Reading, Berkshire
2020.03 - 2020.09

Managed contractor accounts and processed contract orders from enquiry to delivery.

Provided accurate quotations to meet client specifications.

Checked stock availability to ensure deadlines were consistently met.

Resolved customer queries efficiently, enhancing satisfaction.

Performed data entry to maintain updated records in CRM management.

Service Administrator

Opti-cal Survey Equipment
Reading, Berkshire
2018.07 - 2020.02
  • Booked new service or repair jobs onto system.
  • Contacted customers to inform them of service costs.
  • Ordered and replenished stock via purchase ledger.
  • Received stock on purchasing system.
  • Prioritised workload to enhance efficiency.
  • Answered client queries through telephone and email.
  • Reported weekly updates to Service Manager.

Temporary switchboard Operator

The AA
Basingstoke, Hampshire
2018.06 - 2018.07
  • Answered switchboard professionally, directing callers to appropriate individuals or departments.
  • Reserved conference rooms and equipment using Meeting Room Manager program.
  • Updated daily work job sheet with completed and pending tasks in collaboration with facilities manager.
  • Handled high volume inbound calls, ensuring prompt attention.
  • Coped calmly and effectively with routine and urgent calls.

Company director

Cistern Fittings
Basingstoke, Hampshire
2012.06 - 2018.05
  • Answered telephone calls, emails, and social media inquiries promptly.
  • Executed data entry for new orders and amendments in EKM system.
  • Processed customer orders and returns, issuing credits and refunds as necessary.
  • Resolved complaints and addressed customer issues effectively.
  • Managed stock control, replenishing inventory and notifying customers of delays daily.
  • Arranged deliveries for customer orders via Royal Mail or courier service.
  • Maintained high levels of customer service consistently.
  • Marketed company products and promotions on social media platforms.

Customer service administrator

Shoosmiths Solicitors
Basingstoke, Hampshire
2001.01 - 2012.05
  • Data entry for new claims submitted by Insurance companies.
  • Conducted follow-up calls with clients post-road traffic accidents to collect personal injury claim details.
  • Utilised CRM system to manage client information and interactions.
  • Allocated claims to suitable solicitors based on case requirements.
  • Handled telephone and email inquiries efficiently.
  • Prioritised workload to ensure timely responses and service delivery.
  • Assisted post room with administrative duties, ensuring safe arrival of post and document management.
  • Pursued outstanding payments from Third party Insurance companies through verbal and written communication.

Bar staff member

Hilton Hotel, Basingstoke
Basingstoke, Hampshire
2000.09 - 2000.12
  • Served drinks to guests in bar, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
    Gained valuable experience during brief tenure at hotel following birth of first son.
    Transitioned to more permanent employment after concluding short-term role.

Insurance agent

JBI Insurance
Reading, Beerkshire
1998.05 - 2000.06
  • Answered telephone calls to address client inquiries regarding travel insurance.
  • Provided travel insurance quotations tailored to client needs.
  • Issued travel policies efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Maintained accurate filing systems for client documentation.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients to enhance service satisfaction.
  • Utilised Excel for data management and reporting tasks.
  • Managed policy renewals to ensure continuous coverage.

Filing clerk/administrator

A-Plan Insurance, Basingstoke
Basingstoke
1995.10 - 1998.04
  • My role was as a filing clerk/administrator in a busy insurance broker. There were no computers at the time only for quotations, so everything was done manually. My role included:
  • Clients’ files were up-to-date and in good order
  • Amendments to polices were actioned
  • Renewals were actioned
  • Provide credit notes to accounts department
  • Filing
  • Post

Junior hairdresser

Edward James, Hairdressers
Basingstoke, Basingstoke
1994.09 - 1995.09
  • Completed NVQ in hairdressing at BCOT.
    Served as junior stylist in salon environment.
    Gained practical experience in hairdressing techniques and customer service.
    Departed role due to skin condition related to hair products.

Education

NVQ Level 2 - Hairdressing

BCOT
Basingstoke, Hampshire
1992.09 - 1994.06

GCSEs -

Cranbourne School
Basingstoke, Hampshire
1987.09 - 1992.06

Skills

  • Reliability
  • Customer Service
  • Time management
  • Good organiser
  • Team player
  • Analytical nature
  • Adaptability
  • Punctual

INTERESTS

I go to the gym on a regular basis. In approximately 2009 I completed a level 2 gym instructor course and worked for a short time on a voluntary basis at the Sports Centre assisting new customers with their induction and producing personal training programmes. I enjoy travvelling and experienced differnce culture.

Certification

Level 2 Gym instructor course

NVQ Level 2 Hairressing course

Timeline

A2 Dominion Account Mananger

Advanced Maintenance UK Ltd
2020.09 - Current

Contract administrator

Graham
2020.03 - 2020.09

Service Administrator

Opti-cal Survey Equipment
2018.07 - 2020.02

Temporary switchboard Operator

The AA
2018.06 - 2018.07

Company director

Cistern Fittings
2012.06 - 2018.05

Customer service administrator

Shoosmiths Solicitors
2001.01 - 2012.05

Bar staff member

Hilton Hotel, Basingstoke
2000.09 - 2000.12

Insurance agent

JBI Insurance
1998.05 - 2000.06

Filing clerk/administrator

A-Plan Insurance, Basingstoke
1995.10 - 1998.04

Junior hairdresser

Edward James, Hairdressers
1994.09 - 1995.09

NVQ Level 2 - Hairdressing

BCOT
1992.09 - 1994.06

GCSEs -

Cranbourne School
1987.09 - 1992.06
KIM SCALES