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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Trudine Clewlow

Trudine Clewlow

Branch Assistant
Bloemfontein

Summary

Adept at office administration and document preparation, I significantly enhanced client satisfaction and branch performance at Perfect Laser Technologies. My ability to foster positive relationships and organizational expertise led to innovative marketing strategies and a notable increase in customer retention. Skilled in both sales proficiency and creating efficient document management systems, I consistently exceed employer expectations.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Branch Assistant

Perfect Laser Technologies
11.2017 - Current
  • Providing administrative support to the Bloemfontein branch, assisting the branch manager to manage clients, business related activities, deliveries and technicians call outs.
  • Worked closely with upper management on special projects that allowed our branch to better serve our clients' needs.
  • Collaborated with other team members to deliver exceptional service, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Assisted in the development of marketing strategies to attract new customers and increase branch revenue.
  • Handled complex customer issues professionally, escalating concerns when necessary for prompt resolution.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information pertaining to both clients and employees.
  • Supported branch manager with daily administrative tasks, contributing to the overall success of the team.
  • Assisted in preparing monthly reports detailing branch performance metrics showcasing areas of strength as well as improvement.
  • Managed customer service inquiries and pinpointed and implemented proper path to resolution.
  • Prepared, sorted and distributed social media, Face Book and technicians review reports to appropriate branches.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
  • Communicating with other branch assistants, sharing with them what works and doesn't work is vital. I am part of a team that head office can call on to perform projects from time to time.
  • Stock and money control for the Bloemfontein branch.

Front Desk Receptionist and Hostess

Longhorn Grill Langenhoven Park
07.2016 - 07.2017
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Processed waitron card/cash payments and paid their tips end of shift.
  • Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
  • Developed strong working relationships with team members, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
  • Increased guest retention by maintaining a welcoming and organized reception area.

Customer Service Support Agent

Kalahari.com
02.2011 - 03.2015


  • Managed inbound or outbound customer calls
  • Account inquiries, customer complaints, product and support issues.
  • Built sustainable customer relationships

Temp Assignments

Cozens Recruitment
03.2010 - 11.2011
  • Served as a reliable team player who consistently met or exceeded expectations in all tasks assigned throughout numerous temp jobs.
  • Accomplished goals set forth by management teams at various companies within deadline-driven environments as an effective Temp Worker.
  • Learned semi-skilled and advanced work by shadowing experienced workers.
  • Supported company growth by quickly adapting to new roles and industries, showcasing versatility as a Temp Worker.

Reception/Administrative Assistant

Wisteria Lane
08.2009 - 12.2010
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.


Administrator

Dr.Roof Waterproofing & Plumbing
01.2007 - 05.2009


  • Managed office inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were available while minimizing waste and unnecessary spending.
  • Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
  • Established an organized filing system that streamlined document retrieval and reduced misplaced files.

Receptionist & Sales Consultant

Hercules Security
09.2002 - 12.2006
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.

Stay at Home Mom

Stay At Home Mom
01.1996 - 03.2002

Raising my two children

Telemarketer

Access International Services
02.1996 - 11.1996


  • Managed a high volume of calls daily while maintaining professionalism and efficiency.
  • Generated new leads through targeted cold calling efforts, expanding the company''s client base.
  • Recorded and updated customer information in online systems.

Education

Skills Development

Work4ALiving
Cape Town, South Africa
04-2017

No Degree - Bookkeeping Certificate

University Of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
04.2001 -

No Degree - Computer Course

Skills Unlimited
Cape Town
04.2001 -

BCur Nursing - Nursing

University of Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Cathkin Senior Secondary
Cape Town, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Document preparation

Scheduling appointments

Organizational expertise

Sales proficiency

Office administration

Timeline

Branch Assistant

Perfect Laser Technologies
11.2017 - Current

Front Desk Receptionist and Hostess

Longhorn Grill Langenhoven Park
07.2016 - 07.2017

Customer Service Support Agent

Kalahari.com
02.2011 - 03.2015

Temp Assignments

Cozens Recruitment
03.2010 - 11.2011

Reception/Administrative Assistant

Wisteria Lane
08.2009 - 12.2010

Administrator

Dr.Roof Waterproofing & Plumbing
01.2007 - 05.2009

Receptionist & Sales Consultant

Hercules Security
09.2002 - 12.2006

No Degree - Bookkeeping Certificate

University Of Cape Town
04.2001 -

No Degree - Computer Course

Skills Unlimited
04.2001 -

BCur Nursing - Nursing

University of Western Cape
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Cathkin Senior Secondary
04.2001 -

Telemarketer

Access International Services
02.1996 - 11.1996

Stay at Home Mom

Stay At Home Mom
01.1996 - 03.2002

Skills Development

Work4ALiving
Trudine ClewlowBranch Assistant