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PETER SMITH

10 Royal Street, Benkton, Yorkshire YE179PQ

Mobile: 07592 453962 | Email: psmith@gmak.com

PROFILE

Individual with ten years’ experience in office administration within a higher education context. Excellent IT skills with knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications, social media and university systems. A creative problem-solver and team player honed through working collaboratively with stakeholders across various departments. Seeking a senior role within Admissions at Greening University.

EDUCATION

2011 – 2012                          Blackwell University

MSc Management (Merit)

Dissertation: “Potential Cultural Issues Faced by Higher Education Institutions Operating and Recruiting Across China”

 

2006 – 2009                          King’s College London

BSc Business Management (2:1)

 

2004 – 2006                          Brentwood Academy

4 A Levels – English, Maths, Business, Spanish

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2011 – Present                    Nonesuch University | Senior Examination Officer

  • Responsible for accurate coordination of exam preparation and compilation of results
  • Liaise with department heads on day-to-day exam related issues
  • Manage a team of three
  • Reported findings of annual survey to senior management
  • Successfully work to strict timelines
  • Organised and implemented new working procedures to streamline process

2009 – 2011                King’s College London | International Student Liaison Officer

  • Developed and introduced new client-centred team approach
  • Organised a series of events welcoming new international students
  • Liaised with ‘Buddy’ system organiser to facilitate international support
  • Customised database to suit unique departmental needs
  • Maintained ongoing links with students and liaised with Student Services for wider support as needed.

SKILLS

IT and computing:      

Compiled and edited comprehensive monthly activity reports

Daily user of databases

Customised database to suit unique departmental needs

Microsoft Office – word, excel, access and power point

Dreamweaver web package

Languages:

Spanish (fluent)

Chinese (intermediate)

Qualifications:           

ECDL

TEFL

Health & Safety at Work Certificate

Driving Licence

ACHIEVEMENTS AND INTERESTS

Student Careers/Job Fair Assistant at Blackwell University: Awarded prize for effort and innovative contribution to encouraging employers to take part

Volunteer in Costa Rica: 12-week placement in Montezuma working to renovate classrooms and work with children

Active volunteer for the British Heart Foundation: Contribute to raising money through organising fund-raising events

Middle Manager Member of Chartered Management Institute (CMI): Regularly attend events and courses and participate in the mentoring programme


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