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Sarah Bond

Sarah Bond

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

UK and Ireland Sales Associate

HondaJet
08.2023 - Current

To identify potential customers and build relationships. Negotiating and problem solving to meet customers needs and requirements.

Private Clients and Flying Freelance Pilot/Instructor/Examiner

Self-employeed
02.2014 - Current

Responsible for teaching students how to operate aircraft safely and efficiently. To provide flight training, both in the air and on the ground. Accessing their performance and certifying the skills, knowledge and competency.

Demonstrating strong communication skills and patience whilst providing constructive feedback.

Part-time Sales representative

Vision Office Automation Plc.
12.2008 - 01.2014

Greeting and engaging with customers to understand their needs.

Providing product information, demonstrations, and recommendations.

Handling customer service tasks, processing orders.

Tracking sales data, preparing reports, and updating customer records in CRM systems.

First Officer – Mustang Citation Jet

London Executive Aviation
04.2011 - 09.2011

Operating private jets safely and efficiently, from takeoff to landing.

Conducting pre-flight and post-flight inspections to ensure aircraft safety and readiness.

Planning flight routes, considering weather conditions, fuel requirements, and air traffic control regulations.

Communicating with air traffic control and coordinating flight logistics.

Ensuring passenger comfort, confidentiality, and personalized service.

Managing emergency situations and implementing safety procedures when necessary.

Handling administrative tasks such as flight logs, regulatory compliance, and maintenance coordination.

Flying Instructor

Cambridge Aero Club
04.2009 - 12.2010

Responsible for teaching students how to operate aircraft safely and efficiently. To provide flight training, both in the air and on the ground.

Demonstrating strong communication skills and patience whilst providing constructive feedback.

Office Manager

Vision Office Automation Plc
12.2003 - 08.2006

Overseeing administrative staff and delegating tasks as needed.

Coordinating meetings, schedules, and travel arrangements.

Ensuring compliance with company policies and workplace regulations.

Implementing and improving office procedures to enhance productivity.

Price Executive

Tesco Stores Ltd
06.2003 - 11.2003

Conducting regular price comparisons between Tesco and its competitors.

Analyzing pricing trends and market conditions to recommend pricing adjustments.

Collaborating with merchandising, finance, and marketing teams to develop competitive pricing strategies.

Monitoring promotions, discounts, and customer purchasing behaviors.

Ensuring that Tesco pricing remains aligned with its value proposition and brand strategy.

Using data analysis tools to generate reports on price competitiveness and market positioning.


Travelled Australia

12.2002 - 05.2003

Share Schemes Project & Policy Co-coordinator

Tesco Stores Ltd
04.1998 - 12.2002

Managing the development, implementation, and administration of employee share schemes.

Ensuring compliance is met.

Communicating with employees about share plan benefits, eligibility, and participation processes.

Monitoring and updating policies related to share schemes in line with industry best practices.

Supporting the rollout of new share scheme projects, including stakeholder engagement and process improvements.

Education

GCSE'S A - D -

The Broxbourne School

A-Levels - Mathematics, Physics

The Ware College

Honda Elite Type Rating -

Flight Safety International
10.2019

Flight and Ground Examiner - Radiotelephony Examiner

Andrewsfield Aviation Ltd
06.2017

(CSIP) Standardised Instructor -

Cirrus
03.2017

Citation Mustang Type Rating -

Flight Safety International
03.2011

Flight Instructor -

Andrewsfield Aviation Ltd
12.2008

MCC Boeing 737-200 -

European Aviation Flight Training
10.2008

CPL/ME/IR -

Stapleford Flight Centre
10.2008

ATPL Ground studies -

London Metropolitan University
04.2008

Night Rating -

TG Aviation
03.2008

Skills

  • Problem-solving skills
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Relationship building
  • Excellent people skills

Telephone

0797169 5396

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 05/18/79
  • Nationality: British
  • Marital Status: Single

Flight Training

  • 10/01/19, Flight Safety International, Honda Elite Type Rating
  • 06/01/17, Andrewsfield Aviation Ltd, Flight and Ground Examiner, Radiotelephony Examiner
  • 03/01/17, Cirrus, (CSIP) Standardised Instructor
  • 03/01/11, Flight Safety International, Citation Mustang Type Rating
  • 11/01/08, Andrewsfield Aviation Ltd, Flight Instructor
  • 10/01/08, European Aviation Flight Training, MCC Boeing 737-200
  • 04/01/08, Stapleford Flight Centre, CPL/ME/IR
  • 03/01/08, TG Aviation, Night Rating
  • 08/01/06, London Metropolitan University, ATPL Ground studies
  • 08/01/00, Cambridge Aero Club, PPL

Summary

Aviation and Sales professional, prepared for new challenges. Extensive experience in flight management and operational safety. Known for teamwork, adaptability, and consistently achieving mission-critical results. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Adept at building strong client relationships, leveraging product knowledge, and implementing effective sales strategies. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability ensures consistent achievement of goals in dynamic environments. Skilled in communication, problem-solving, and time management.

Timeline

UK and Ireland Sales Associate

HondaJet
08.2023 - Current

Private Clients and Flying Freelance Pilot/Instructor/Examiner

Self-employeed
02.2014 - Current

First Officer – Mustang Citation Jet

London Executive Aviation
04.2011 - 09.2011

Flying Instructor

Cambridge Aero Club
04.2009 - 12.2010

Part-time Sales representative

Vision Office Automation Plc.
12.2008 - 01.2014

Office Manager

Vision Office Automation Plc
12.2003 - 08.2006

Price Executive

Tesco Stores Ltd
06.2003 - 11.2003

Travelled Australia

12.2002 - 05.2003

Share Schemes Project & Policy Co-coordinator

Tesco Stores Ltd
04.1998 - 12.2002

A-Levels - Mathematics, Physics

The Ware College

Honda Elite Type Rating -

Flight Safety International

Flight and Ground Examiner - Radiotelephony Examiner

Andrewsfield Aviation Ltd

(CSIP) Standardised Instructor -

Cirrus

Citation Mustang Type Rating -

Flight Safety International

Flight Instructor -

Andrewsfield Aviation Ltd

MCC Boeing 737-200 -

European Aviation Flight Training

CPL/ME/IR -

Stapleford Flight Centre

ATPL Ground studies -

London Metropolitan University

Night Rating -

TG Aviation

GCSE'S A - D -

The Broxbourne School
Sarah Bond