Marijke Blake
Crocketford,Dumfries and Galloway
Summary
Versatile person with extensive experience in international administration and independent business management. I possess exceptional interpersonal skills and a calm, problem-solving mindset—traits honed through years of client-facing work. I am now dedicated to applying these transferable skills within a care environment, focusing on providing dignified, person-centered support and contributing positively to the local community.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Self Employed Retail
N/A
Crocketford, Dumfries and Galloway
03.2008 - 02.2026
- Running an online business of Viking-style jewellery, as well as creating and selling digital files through the Etsy platform.
- Provided customer support for online transactions.
- Processed orders by packaging items, printing postage, and ensuring timely dispatch of orders.
- Addressed customer complaints and feedback with prompt and effective solutions, maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Managed financial aspects, including filing tax returns, and bookkeeping tasks to ensure compliance and accuracy.
`Export Sales Co-ordinator
Cole & Mason
Farnborough, Hampshire
03.1997 - 06.2000
- Meeting and liaising with clients in person and by telephone and e-mail, carrying out administrative work in Dutch, German, English and average French (written reference available)
Export Sales Administrator
Top Office
Mönchengladbach, Germany
02.1994 - 01.1997
- Coordinating administrative duties by liaising with clients and collaborating across several departments at Mars GmbH, Viersen, Germany.
Export Sales Administrator
Euroma Food Ingredients
Wapenveld, The Netherlands
02.1994 - 06.1996
- Meeting and liaising with clients in person and by telephone, carrying out administrative work in Dutch, English, German and French for several Account Managers (written reference available)
Education
Netherlands HAVO (Higher Administrative Education)
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Cross-cultural communication skills
- Volunteer experience with 'The Food Train', 'Meals on Wheels', and working at a charity shop in Castle Douglas
- Adaptability
Languages
Dutch
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Germany
Proficient
C2
French
Beginner
A1
Hobbies and interests
- Cooking, baking
- Travelling and learning about other cultures
- Reading
- Cycling
Additional Information
- I'm married with a grown up son and a teenage daughter.
- I'm a very caring person and love looking after people.
- As I've run my online business for many years, I do have a lack of references I can currently supply. I have 4 written job references, which unfortunately are quite old.
Timeline
Self Employed Retail
N/A
03.2008 - 02.2026
`Export Sales Co-ordinator
Cole & Mason
03.1997 - 06.2000
Export Sales Administrator
Top Office
02.1994 - 01.1997
Export Sales Administrator
Euroma Food Ingredients
02.1994 - 06.1996
Netherlands HAVO (Higher Administrative Education)