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Palesa Mntambo

Pretoria

Summary

I am a strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. I use independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. I am a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to an secure entry-level position. I am ready to help the team achieve the relevant company goals.

Work History

Sole Proprietor

Informal Bakery
08.2020 - 01.2021
  • Sold freshly baked goods.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing concerns or issues raised by clients.
  • Conducted thorough market research to identify new opportunities for growth and expansion.
  • Managed all financial aspects of the business, including invoicing, budgeting, and tax preparation.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, ensuring favorable terms for the business.
  • Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
  • Designed business plan to define concept, short-term and long-term goals and strategies.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.

Education

LLB - Law

University of Pretoria
Pretoria
09.2025

NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE -

CURRO MERIDIAN
Newcastle, South Africa
12.2020

Skills

  • Organization
  • Effective Communication
  • Language Interpretation
  • Legal Analysis & Interpretation
  • Small business operations
  • Negotiation
  • Business management and development
  • Vendor Relations
  • Opportunity Identification
  • Planning and execution
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
  • Business marketing
  • Relationship Building
  • Goal Setting
  • Decision-Making
  • Customer Service
  • Effective leader

Achievements and activities

  • Former Deputy Head Girl for Curro Meridian Newcastle
  • Former peer promoter for the South African Blood National Blood Service
  • Former member of the Moot Subcommittee
  • Former member of Outreach Subcommittee
  • Former member of the Internal Competitions Committee
  • Former member of the United Nations Association of South Africa at the University of Pretoria
  • Allan Gray Candidate Fellow

Affiliations

  • Allan Gray Orbis Foundation
  • University of Pretoria Law House

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Zulu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Xhosa
Upper intermediate (B2)
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Sole Proprietor

Informal Bakery
08.2020 - 01.2021

LLB - Law

University of Pretoria

NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE -

CURRO MERIDIAN
Palesa Mntambo