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Sylwia Watroba

GLASGOW,Lanarkshire

Summary

Well-qualified and enthusiastic individual with solid record of accomplishment in analyzing, processing and securing documents by codifying and enforcing first-rate systems. Technically-savvy problem-solver, project leader and system manager proficient in multitude of software, such as Micrsoft Office, Outlook, in particular Excel, as well as Adobe Acrobate. Seek to offer expertise developed over 8 years of experience in improving system operations and internal workflows.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Document Controller

HLM Architects
Glasgow
11.2021 - Current
  • In my role I am responsible for supporting individual projects undertaken by the firm, by proofreading filenames, titles and submittal details to streamline submittal and avoid rejection.
  • My duties involve but are not limited to, tracking work progress, running team progress meetings, creating and maintaining spreadsheets, as wells creating workflow plans for the projects.
  • As a first point of contact for partnering companies or clients I answer all the incoming queries and liaise with relevant stakeholders to resolve queries or answer questions.
  • As part of my role, I supervise and manage work flow on 5 different cloud based platforms chosen by the company or clients.
  • Evaluated current document processes, suggested methods for change and implemented successful improvements.
  • Liaised with project teams, vendors and third parties on documentation flow, handover and project close-out.

School Support Service Administrator

The Business School, Napier University
Edinburgh
11.2018 - 08.2021
  • Since joining the University I have supported the development of the stretch me and support me initiative by producing a cross modular Moodle page and a self-diagnosis quiz to help navigate students to services and resources aiding in their studies, as well as designed a new Personal Development Tutor allocation process to streamline the activity and comply with the GDPR regulations
  • Alongside short term projects, I participated in Post-Offer Visit day and student experience & engagement events
  • I have continually been expanding on my knowledge of University programmes, systems and structures to better understand the operational habits and functions within the School Support Service.
  • Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
  • Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.

Teaching Administrative Assistant

School of Divinity, Edinburgh University
Edinburgh
10.2017 - 06.2018
  • Supported a selection of University Administrative responsibilities such as; organising Student Staff Liaison Committee meetings, managed submissions at undergraduate and postgraduate level, student record management and preparation for Boards of Studies & Board of Examiners
  • I have designed a new minute’s template structured around the committee’s frameworks, which in turn reduced the time taken formatting meeting notes, this resulted in more efficient upload of minutes onto Universities' website.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Head of Programme

United Nations Association UK, UNA
England
01.2013 - 05.2018
  • I was in charge of the smooth delivery of the programme in 250 secondary schools across England
  • Designing project structures & events, tracking delivery and reporting on the01/2013 operations to the director and other stakeholders on regular basis, were the key aspects of my role in the final year
  • Previously, I focused on organising events for the programme which included conferences with guests from all over the world and across a variety of sectors, promotional activities and engagement strategies for all participating bodies
  • Through inspiring leadership and extremely dedicated approach the programme has achieved a £300,000 profit in 2018 which in turn was reinvested into initiatives for young people in the UK.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.

Lead Contract Administrator

Glevum Heating
Gloucester
07.2017 - 10.2017
  • I was responsible for a boiler replacement contract delivery in the Gloucestershire area
  • To support my role I have coded a smart sheet for better job and cost tracking, allowing for better profit, cost and efficiency reporting for client meetings
  • New reports have highlighted irregular price structure which resulted in re-negotiation of pipe pricing and in effect increased profit margin by 2.3% on each installation
  • Alongside administrative tasks I was liable for four teams of engineers and three private contractors, I was responsible for work allocation, timely delivery and complaints actions.
  • Coordinated changes to agreement which might occur during contract lifetime.
  • Monitored incoming contracts and service agreements for correct pricing and information.
  • Created solicitation packages and conducted thorough research for each bid.

Resourcer

Chase Associates
Gloucester
05.2017 - 06.2017
  • Acted as first point of contact for clients and employees as well as a representative at recruitment drive events
  • I was responsible for workforce delivery for two clients and employees record management
  • This role involved management of current underperforming Chase employees which resulted in either new employment or performance tracking process or dismissal
  • During the recruitment drive I was in charge of designing contents for Social Media marketing purposes, for this end I developed gif templates and re-organised automatic ad rotation
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.

Commercial Sales Team Member

Laithwaite's Wines
Gloucester
11.2016 - 01.2017
  • Acted as first point of contact for potential clients as well as a brand representative during promotional events
  • I have supported the Christmas sales team, with delivery of corporate sales targets, by organising four different promotional wine tasting events
  • Orders made during the events accounted for 27% of the final team profit
  • Due to the success of the events, the Gloucester office has adapted the event structures for the future seasonal promotions
  • To help facilitate this ambition I have negotiated a seasonal partnership contract between local venue owners and the Gloucester office reducing the venue cost by 35%.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.

Customer Service Adviser

Robert Heath Heating
Aberystwyth
10.2015 - 10.2016
  • Acted as first point of contact for social housing associations out of hour repair service
  • This role required detailed contracts and legislation knowledge along with workforce resource management
  • During my employment I regularly reached and exceeded targets for service delivery
  • Leadership often complimented my interpersonal skills, demonstrated during conversations with difficult tenants, and team work efficiency locally and across wider departments
  • I have also received the greatest number of compliment badges from the engineers team in the Customer Service department.
  • Addressed complex issues by scheduling repair appointments.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Promoted strong customer satisfaction by diagnosing and troubleshooting product issues without need for escalated support.
  • Maintained and managed customer files and databases.

Entertainment and Activities Coordinator

Plas Cweynfelin Care Homes LTD
09.2014 - 05.2015
  • Organised entertainment activities for the elderly tenants at the home while maintaining compliance with regulations and legislation regarding care for the elderly
  • I have developed an activity calendar which was accessible on all screens in the home as well as a new feedback procedure
  • All activities were designed to support healthy life styles of the tenants and build community structures to reduce isolation within the home
  • New feedback fostered better communication between tenants and management regarding functionality and effectiveness of services offered within the home
  • Administrative responsibilities in this role revolved around budget management and tenant’s records management.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Risk Management

Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow
09.2021 - Current

A-Levels -

School For Girls, Sixth Form
Gloucester
09.2012 - 08.2014

High School For Girls
09.2010 - 08.2012

Skills

    Workflow Analysis

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Certification

Fire Warden

Timeline

Fire Warden

01-2022

First Aider

01-2022

Document Controller

HLM Architects
11.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Risk Management

Glasgow Caledonian University
09.2021 - Current

School Support Service Administrator

The Business School, Napier University
11.2018 - 08.2021

Teaching Administrative Assistant

School of Divinity, Edinburgh University
10.2017 - 06.2018

Lead Contract Administrator

Glevum Heating
07.2017 - 10.2017

Resourcer

Chase Associates
05.2017 - 06.2017

Commercial Sales Team Member

Laithwaite's Wines
11.2016 - 01.2017

Customer Service Adviser

Robert Heath Heating
10.2015 - 10.2016

Entertainment and Activities Coordinator

Plas Cweynfelin Care Homes LTD
09.2014 - 05.2015

Head of Programme

United Nations Association UK, UNA
01.2013 - 05.2018

A-Levels -

School For Girls, Sixth Form
09.2012 - 08.2014

High School For Girls
09.2010 - 08.2012
Sylwia Watroba