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Education
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Lindsay Bevan

Clydach,City and County of Swansea

Summary

Skilled recruitment officer successful at driving event planning business development and growth. History prioritising events' needs and working with sales and marketing teams to meet events' booking targets. Eager to bring talent and expertise to growing organisation. I take on challenging roles harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. I strive to deliver high-quality service and consistent results. I am hard-working with strong organisational skills. I can achieve company goals through exceptional planning and prioritisation.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
15999
15999
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Business Development Officer

Learning Curve Group
Swansea, City and County of Swansea
03.2023 - Current
  • Organised job fairs, improved employer branding.
  • Conducted thorough reference checks for accurate hiring decisions.
  • Collaborated on team projects whilst working independently when necessary, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
  • Managed high-volume of candidates during peak recruitment seasons, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Built strong relationships with prospective stakeholders
  • Utilised social media platforms effectively to advertise our courses, attracting a wider pool of candidates.
  • Attended networking events, broadening professional connections within the industry.
  • Interviewed, assessed and matched prospective applicants.
  • Briefed candidates about the course and the benefits.

Executive officer

Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
Swansea, City and County of Swansea
02.2014 - 03.2023
  • Improved office efficiency by streamlining administrative procedures.
  • Led team meetings for enhanced communication and problem-solving.
  • Conducted performance reviews to identify areas of improvement.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by implementing employee incentives.
  • Prioritised tasks effectively, improving overall productivity levels.
  • Liaised regularly with stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships.
  • Provided supportive leadership during periods of organisational change.
  • Cultivated culture of innovation and agility, empowering employees to drive continuous improvement and adapt to evolving market conditions.

Chilled Colleague

Asda
Gorseinon, City and County of Swansea
10.2010 - 02.2014
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
  • Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
  • Handled stock replenishment for maximising product availability.
  • Assisted customers, resolving queries promptly and professionally.
  • Managed inventory levels for preventing stock shortages or excesses.
  • Conducted price checks, ensuring accurate billing at the tills.

Education

level 2/3 - Counselling Skills

Bridgend College of Further Education
Bridgend
09.2019 - 04.2021

Higher National Diploma - Health and Social Care

Gower College Swansea (Coleg Gwyr Abertawe)
Swansea
09.2003 - 05.2005

A-Levels - Health and Social Care

Gower College Swansea (Coleg Gwyr Abertawe)
Swansea
09.2001 - 05.2003

A-Levels - Information Technology

Olchfa School
Swansea

A-Levels - Physical Education

Olchfa School
Swansea

GCSEs - Mathematics

Olchfa School
Swansea

GCSEs - English Language/Literature

Olchfa School
Swansea

GCSEs - Double Science

Olchfa School
Swansea

GCSEs - Physical Education

Olchfa School
Swansea

GCSEs - Welsh

Olchfa School
Swansea

GCSEs - Design And technology

Olchfa School
Swansea

Skills

  • Risk assessment
  • Professional networking
  • Mental health awareness
  • Effective communication
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Process improvement
  • Multitasking capabilities
  • Active listening skills
  • Excellent listening and observation skills

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Business Development Officer

Learning Curve Group
03.2023 - Current

level 2/3 - Counselling Skills

Bridgend College of Further Education
09.2019 - 04.2021

Executive officer

Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
02.2014 - 03.2023

Chilled Colleague

Asda
10.2010 - 02.2014

Higher National Diploma - Health and Social Care

Gower College Swansea (Coleg Gwyr Abertawe)
09.2003 - 05.2005

A-Levels - Health and Social Care

Gower College Swansea (Coleg Gwyr Abertawe)
09.2001 - 05.2003

A-Levels - Information Technology

Olchfa School

A-Levels - Physical Education

Olchfa School

GCSEs - Mathematics

Olchfa School

GCSEs - English Language/Literature

Olchfa School

GCSEs - Double Science

Olchfa School

GCSEs - Physical Education

Olchfa School

GCSEs - Welsh

Olchfa School

GCSEs - Design And technology

Olchfa School
Lindsay Bevan