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SAM BEST

Bournemouth,Dorset

Summary

Motivated and reliable individual, with strong experience in fast-paced customer service environments. Brings almost one year of experience in the health insurance industry, gaining strong administrative, problem-solving, and client service abilities. Also spent four summers working in a high-volume beachfront café in Bournemouth, developing excellent communication, teamwork, and time-management skills. Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Science and is adaptable, has a strong work ethic and a positive attitude.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Travels

Australia
Brisbane
2025.07 - 2026.01

Having recently returned in January to England from Brisbane, Australia, I am now looking for full-time work.

Advisor Service

Vitality
Bournemouth
2024.10 - 2025.07

Worked for Vitality in the Advisor Services role, providing support via phone and email to brokers and company contacts. This involved delivering high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment. I was responsible for handling enquiries, resolving issues efficiently, and advising on health insurance policies and processes. Developed strong communication, problem-solving and time management skills while maintaining accuracy and professionalism under pressure. For example, figuring out and answering financial enquiries whilst on call to a company contact. Used software such as Microsoft Office, Teams, Alvaria and internal policy administration systems to manage healthcare schemes, update plan details and check premiums.

Catering Assistant

The Prom Cafe
Bournemouth
2021.05 - 2024.08

Through the summers before and during University I worked as a catering assistant in the Prom Café in Bournemouth. Provided customer service, assisting customers in a very busy environment either on the tills or around the café. I served a variety of food and beverages, including coffees, teas, and snacks. Managed difficult situations and dealt with complaints from customers.

Education

Bachelor's degree - Sport & Exercise Science

Kingston University
London, Greater London
2021.09 - 2024.05

A Level - Biology, Psychology, Physical Education

Bournemouth School
Bournemouth, Dorset
2019.09 - 2021.06

GCSE - 11 Subjects (8–5) Including English and Maths

Bournemouth School
Bournemouth
2014.09 - 2019.07

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Teamwork
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Data analysis
  • Research evaluation
  • Calm under pressure

Additional Information

  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Able to start immediately
  • Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Google Docs, Microsoft Teams, Salesforce, Alvaria
  • Confident handling phone and email enquiries
  • Experience using policy and membership administration systems

Timeline

Travels

Australia
2025.07 - 2026.01

Advisor Service

Vitality
2024.10 - 2025.07

Bachelor's degree - Sport & Exercise Science

Kingston University
2021.09 - 2024.05

Catering Assistant

The Prom Cafe
2021.05 - 2024.08

A Level - Biology, Psychology, Physical Education

Bournemouth School
2019.09 - 2021.06

GCSE - 11 Subjects (8–5) Including English and Maths

Bournemouth School
2014.09 - 2019.07
SAM BEST