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Russell Chenery-Preen

Russell Chenery-Preen

Civil Servant
Manchester,Lancashire

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in team leadership, administrative functions, and public service. Demonstrates a strong foundation in corporate governance and military discipline, ensuring efficient operations and strategic decision-making. Committed to leveraging skills to drive organisational success and contribute to impactful public service initiatives.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Team Supervisor

Ofsted
Manchester
01.2015 - 05.2025
  • Joined Social Care Applications Team in 2015, administering applications for new children’s social care settings.
  • Promoted to Team Supervisor in 2020, managing 7 advisors focused on quality and productivity.
  • Ensured all Service Levels were achieved.
  • Conducted induction and training sessions for all new starters within the organisation.
  • Led project to regulate Supported Accommodation through Ofsted, achieving successful delivery on time.
  • Participated in user groups for process mapping of registration and inspection processes.
  • Recruited and managed a new team dedicated to overseeing applications and ensuring compliance.
  • Designed desk instructions and training materials, facilitating effective staff onboarding.
  • Fostered a positive working environment, enhancing overall team morale.

File Reviewer

UK Visas and Immigration (Brook Street)
Manchester
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Reviewed immigration files to determine eligibility for UK residency.
  • Conducted 5 reviews each day including my recommendation whether to grant asylum.
  • Adapted to changing data supplied by external agencies during file assessments.
  • Concluded assignment upon completion of tenure in this role.

Various Roles

RAC/Aviva
Manchester
01.1998 - 01.2014
  • Managed all aspects of RAC Breakdown and Motor Insurance.
  • Oversaw motor claims for Boscastle Flood victims from initial notification to settlement in 2004.
  • Received RAC Chief Executive’s Award for significant contributions to claims management.

Occupational Pensions Administrator

Financial Services
Stoke-on-Trent
01.1990 - 01.1998
  • Interpreted pension scheme rules accurately, facilitating effective decision making.
  • Coordinated pension scheme updates for enhanced customer satisfaction.
  • Prepared annual benefit statements, enhancing transparency to members.
  • Handled early retirement cases with care and precision.
  • Calculated transfer values for seamless transitioning between schemes.
  • Administered death benefits claims for efficient processing and payout.

Personnel & Administration Clerk and Personal Assistant

HM Forces - Royal Air Force
04.1983 - 01.1990
  • Produced Routine Orders and typed essential documents for efficient operations.
  • Ensured meticulous maintenance of registry system to track all files accurately.
  • Provided Personal Assistant support to Office Commanding Central Air Traffic Control School.
  • Contributed to Personnel Services Flight by delivering vital personnel services.
    Created documents of varying security levels, up to secret classification.

Insurance Clerk

Dervensure
Holbeach, Lincolnshire
06.1982 - 03.1983

Provided quotations for household and motor insurance as an insurance clerk.
Supported operations of local building society through sub-branch services.
Assisted clients with insurance inquiries, ensuring accurate information delivery.

Education

Certificate of Secondary Education - Mathematics, English Language, Geography, History

George Farmer Secondary School
Holbeach, Lincolnshire
08.1976 - 07.1992

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Administrative expertise
  • Public service experience
  • Corporate governance
  • Military discipline

Affiliations

  • I have been a qualified Cub Scout leader in my home town. I have held the position of timekeeper and scorer for the Manchester Phoenix Ice Hockey Club and the Welfare Officer for a local grassroots football club.

Work availability

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Quote

Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Team Supervisor

Ofsted
01.2015 - 05.2025

File Reviewer

UK Visas and Immigration (Brook Street)
01.2014 - 01.2015

Various Roles

RAC/Aviva
01.1998 - 01.2014

Occupational Pensions Administrator

Financial Services
01.1990 - 01.1998

Personnel & Administration Clerk and Personal Assistant

HM Forces - Royal Air Force
04.1983 - 01.1990

Insurance Clerk

Dervensure
06.1982 - 03.1983

Certificate of Secondary Education - Mathematics, English Language, Geography, History

George Farmer Secondary School
08.1976 - 07.1992

References

References available upon request.
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