Sarah Plasted
Oxford,Oxfordshire
Summary
I am a very motivated professional with diverse experience in office administration and client support. I demonstrate exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail across various roles. I'm very eager to contribute to team success through strong interpersonal abilities and a proactive approach to problem-solving. With my experience in working in the care sector at the County Court and as a Legal Secretary I feel like I am very well suited to this role.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Manager/ Book keeper
GAP Developments Oxford Ltd
Oxford
01.2021 - Current
- Processed invoices, created quotes, settled trade accounts, and managed bill payments for efficient financial operations
- Completed payroll and account duties, including filing VAT and CIS payments to ensure compliance
- Managed daily office operations, coordinated meetings, and scheduled appointments to facilitate smooth business functionality.
Legal Secretary
Truemans Solicitors
Oxford
09.2009 - 01.2012
- Supported solicitors on all matters, ensuring smooth case management while handling sensitive issues with discretion.
- Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity, upholding the firm's reputation and client trust.
- Assisted in the preparation of legal agreements, contracts, and other binding documents, paying close attention to detail.
- Organised client meetings, scheduled Court dates and prepared meeting agendas for efficiency.
- Prepared court bundles meticulously, adhering to strict guidelines and deadlines, supporting successful case outcomes.
- Researched and consolidated information from legal resources to assist solicitors in case preparation.
- Prepared clients for court hearings, facilitating effective representation by solicitors.
Adoption & Care Clerk
Oxford Crown and County Court
Oxford
08.2005 - 09.2009
- Coordinated preparation and management of care and adoption cases issued at court, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
- Monitored deadlines and timeframes for all parties involved in court cases, ensuring timely progress and adherence to schedules.
- Listed court cases and scheduled hearing dates, notifying all relevant parties to facilitate smooth proceedings.
- Organising the final adoption ceremonies and welcoming the families and children to the court.
- Handled confidential documents, ensuring secure filing and retrieval as per compliance regulations.
- Managed daily office operations and administrative support for senior management, enhancing organisational efficiency.
Education
GCSEs - Secondary School
Wheatley Park School
Oxford, OXF01-2003
Skills
- Office management, Organisational skills,
- Financial reporting
- Organisational skills
- Appointment scheduling
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Client relationship management
- Great communication skills, very approachable, empathetic, patient & resilient
- Case preparation
Timeline
Office Manager/ Book keeper
GAP Developments Oxford Ltd
01.2021 - Current
Legal Secretary
Truemans Solicitors
09.2009 - 01.2012
Adoption & Care Clerk
Oxford Crown and County Court
08.2005 - 09.2009
GCSEs - Secondary School
Wheatley Park School