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Nicola Harwood

Nicola Harwood

Haverhill,Suffolk

Summary

Efficient Duty Manager capable of acting in multiple capacities to promote efficient and high-quality operations. Diplomatic and engaging professional able to handle challenging requests with friendly and knowledgeable support. Adept at managing a team within small and large events/functions, meetings, charity groups and community groups. Upbeat hospitality leader skilled in overseeing hospitality operations. Liaises with internal teams to support seamless hotel operations. Diligent problem-solver with exceptional skills in conflict-management and guest satisfaction. Personable Duty Manager versed in meeting diverse guest needs in high-volume hospitality environments. Maintains accurate and updated reservations to support continuous availability. Oversees operations to proactively address challenges. Personable student motivated to support guest satisfaction. Strong communication and customer service skills. Charismatic hospitality worker offers commitment to personal and professional development. Thrives in guest-centred environments with consistently positive feedback. Dynamic Duty manager with background equipped to promote hospitality services and amenities to boost revenue. Accustomed to managing escalated issues and requests with prompt and resourceful solutions. Professional project management specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Managed budgets and monitored project costs. Hardworking [Job Title] brings proven success in overseeing administrative areas. Knowledgeable about best methods for managing resources, schedules and personnel to achieve objectives. Tech-savvy and always looking for improvement opportunities. Administrative leader experienced in business operations and team oversight. Seeks opportunities to improve processes, procedures and practices. Excels with minimal supervision and decisively approaches problems. Detailed orientated individual experienced in administrative procedures. Oversees day-to-day duties with strong planning and organisation skills to delivers projects in timely manner. Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects. Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion. Highly effective in undertaking administrative and programme management tasks. Manages complex data with excellent organisation. Motivated to achieve outstanding success through prompt communication and helpful approach. Customer-oriented with strong history of leading high-performance teams to meet or exceed objectives. Dedicated and hardworking with internal drive to deliver excellence. Tactical team builder with strong background in training and team development. Enthusiastic [Job Title] with knowledge of resolving customer problems. Works to increase success through effective work strategies and customer service. Dedicated duty manager with over 30 years of experience in customer relations. Demonstrated history of meeting company goals and promoting best practices. Thrives under pressure and adapts to challenges with ingenuity and resilience.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Duty manager and sales administrator

Haverhill Town Council
Haverhill, Suffolk
04.2015 - Current
  • Handled guest complaints to protect brand reputation.
  • Met health and safety guidelines to maintain compliant working environments.
  • Stored cash floats and delivered secure banking procedures.
  • Adhered to company policies and brand standards to support outstanding guest experiences.
  • Operations of Spektrix booking system
  • Adhere to GDPR guidelines
  • Monitor and administer daily diary and date
  • Responded to customer concerns with speed and knowledge, delivering professional, personalised service.
  • Oversaw emergency procedures and administered first aid.
  • Directed staff schedules and rosters, optimising workforce efficiency.
  • Wrote end of shift reports to facilitate service continuity.
  • Managed customer service interactions, addressing concerns and preserving positive experiences.
  • Monitored and enforced compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Enforced health and safety procedures to prioritise staff and customer wellbeing.
  • Inspected facility to identify and promptly address maintenance needs.
  • Coordinated marketing initiatives, contributing to increased patronage and revenue.
  • Collaborated with different departments to maintain positive rapport and smooth workflow.
  • Liaised with customers to resolve enquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
  • Maintained sales documentation and customer records in company database.
  • Processed customer information safely and confidentially for continued compliance with data protection regulations.
  • Responded to inbound customer email, telephone and social media enquiries promptly.
  • Drafted periodic reports to inform upper management on KPIs and operational issues.
  • Assisted clients with daily enquiries and addressed incoming correspondence to maintain timely responses.
  • Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets and presentations for internal and customer-facing needs.
  • Assisted with employee relations issues, using emotional intelligence and diplomatic communication to resolve grievances.
  • Cultivated positive rapport across all enterprise levels, managing stakeholder relations in support of organisational needs.

Duty wedding and events manager

Spainshall Estate
Finchingfield, Essex
05.2011 - 11.2014
  • Facilitated smooth running of events, leading pre-event team briefings to present final action plan and provide updates on last-minute details.
  • Supervised event in person, greeting guests in front-of-house and troubleshooting customer and premises issues.
  • Liaised with clients to determine event requirements and constraints, outlining package options to meet needs and exceed expectations.
  • Worked closely in team of 20 staff to coordinate logistics of event set-up.
  • Designed event floorplans in alignment with budget and venue constraints.
  • Prepared, monitored and maintained event budgets.
  • Planned and efficiently organised activities, details and timelines for large- and small-scale events.
  • Delegated tasks to meet changing event demands, achieving agreed timings and maintaining professional standards.
  • Trained hospitality staff on current services and facilities, enabling helpful, knowledgeable customer care.
  • Upsold and cross-sold additional products and services to maximise event spending.
  • Confirmed external caterers and suppliers met in-house safety and legal requirements.
  • Fostered relationships with local and national vendors to support favourable pricing and delivery options.
  • Updated online calendars with available event slots to maximise bookings.

Duty manager

Whale of a time softplay centre
Bar Hill, Cambridgeshire
06.2010 - 09.2012
  • Responded to customer concerns with speed and knowledge, delivering professional, personalised service.
  • Adhered to company policies and brand standards to support outstanding guest experiences.
  • Met health and safety guidelines to maintain compliant working environments.
  • Handled guest complaints to protect brand reputation.
  • Oversaw emergency procedures and administered first aid.
  • Wrote end of shift reports to facilitate service continuity.
  • Stored cash floats and delivered secure banking procedures.
  • Enforced health and safety procedures to prioritise staff and customer wellbeing.
  • Coordinated staff training sessions, enhancing team competencies and service standards.
  • Recruited and onboarded new staff to meet performance standards.
  • Managed customer service interactions, addressing concerns and preserving positive experiences.
  • Directed staff schedules and rosters, optimising workforce efficiency.
  • Monitored and enforced compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Conducted staff appraisals and evaluations, fostering continuous improvement and development.
  • Oversaw inventory and stock management, optimising levels for operational continuity.
  • Executed emergency response protocols for safe, secure and compliant environment.
  • Facilitated team meetings, promoting open communication and collaboration.
  • Inspected facility to identify and promptly address maintenance needs.

Assistant manager

Arcadia PLC
Great Yarmouth/ Cambridge, Norfolk/ Cambridgeshire
04.1997 - 12.2005
  • Evaluated staff performance, implementing training and development programmes to maintain exceptional service levels.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Carefully managed and recorded cash and credit transactions, diminishing financial discrepancies.
  • Maintained store appearance, including shelving organisation, store layout and visual merchandise planning.
  • Oversaw daily operations of store, including inventory and supply restocking, cash-handling and assisting customers.
  • Trained staff on best practices to achieve optimal productivity.
  • Addressed customer issues calmly and professionally, delivering quick, successful resolutions.
  • Motivated management and staff teams to consistently deliver high quality, customer-focused service.
  • Built customer relationships with consultative sales approach.
  • Enforced company policies and guidelines for all employees.
  • Initiated inventory control measures to manage and replenish stock, maintain costs and meet customer demands.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired high-performing individuals, developing passionate, dedicated teams.
  • Nurtured positive customer relationships, enhancing membership loyalty and driving client retention.
  • Worked with store manager to develop action plans to increase performance and exceed sales KPIs.
  • Completed opening and closing procedures multiple times per week, completing reporting and security tasks.
  • Designed work schedules to provide optimal and balanced cover of store needs.
  • Evaluated and tracked staff to aid manager conduct performance reviews.
  • Demonstrated conflict management strategies when handling heated discussions between staff and customers.
  • Acted as point of contact and escalation for complex customer queries.
  • Collaborated with store manager, acting as reliable partner to manage and deliver on daily priorities.

Education

GCSEs -

Saffron Walden County |High School
Saffron Walden, Essex
05.1989 - 06.1989

Diploma of Higher Education - Art and design

Braintree college
Braintree, Essex
09.1989 - 06.1991

Skills

  • Sales administration
  • Payment processing
  • Client feedback management
  • Tracking and delivery updates
  • Customer needs analysis
  • Client relations
  • Support tickets
  • Visionary leadership
  • Customer retention tactics
  • Record management
  • Inbound call management
  • Purchase Order (PO) processing
  • Leadership
  • Retail & Event Management

Work Availability

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Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Duty manager and sales administrator

Haverhill Town Council
04.2015 - Current

Duty wedding and events manager

Spainshall Estate
05.2011 - 11.2014

Duty manager

Whale of a time softplay centre
06.2010 - 09.2012

Assistant manager

Arcadia PLC
04.1997 - 12.2005

Diploma of Higher Education - Art and design

Braintree college
09.1989 - 06.1991

GCSEs -

Saffron Walden County |High School
05.1989 - 06.1989
Nicola Harwood