Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Achievements Highlights
References
Timeline
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Alesha Kingham

Auckland,New Zealand

Summary

Dedicated and reliable customer service professional with strong skills in leadership, teamwork, sales, and cash handling. Experienced in building genuine relationships and handling customer inquiries efficiently. Committed to delivering exceptional service and contributing positively to team goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Support Manager

Brightside
03.2014 - Current

During my time at Brightside, I have been in various roles. Customer Service Representative, Claims administrator, Senior claims administrator, Sales support, Sales coordinator and Business Support Manager.

  • Act in an advisory and support role, representing operational needs to key teams such as Sales, HR, Marketing, Finance, and Compliance.
  • Manage workflow under time, complexity, and resource constraints with professionalism and optimism.
  • Support business change by engaging stakeholders, translating new information into tangible outcomes, and fostering inclusivity.
  • Coordinate and deliver internal and external business events that exceed stakeholder expectations.
  • Prepare meeting agendas, business papers, and minutes to a high professional standard.
  • Develop systems and procedures to improve accuracy, timeliness, and presentation of business outputs.
  • Assist with business budgets, promotions, and event cost management.
  • Drive team engagement through open communication, collaboration, and trust-building.
  • Coordinated sales activities and managed client inquiries to maintain high customer satisfaction.
  • Presented product features and benefits effectively to potential clients during workshops.
  • Established strong relationships with key business customers to promote long-term partnerships.
  • Managed claims efficiently, ensuring timely resolutions and customer satisfaction.

CLAIMS & ESCALATION ADVISOR

EQC (Earthquake Commission)
07.2013 - 11.2013
  • Managed customer claims and escalations with empathy, accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with assessment and processing teams to resolve complex inquiries and maintain service standards.
  • Guided clients through earthquake recovery processes and available assistance programs.
  • Coordinated disaster response plans with local agencies and emergency services personnel.

CUSTOMER SERVICE REP /LIFEGUARD / HOLIDAY PROGRAMME LEADER

CLM Onehunga War Memorial Pools
Onehunga
03.2012 - 03.2013
  • Delivered high-quality customer service and front desk support.
  • Provided care and supervision within the holiday programme for children.
  • Trained new staff on customer service protocols and operational procedures.
  • Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided information about pool facilities.
  • Processed memberships and bookings using the facility's management software.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of shared spaces at the pools.
  • Conducted safety checks and ensured compliance with health regulations.

Education

Excel Certificates -

Ace Training
Ponsonby Auckland
01.2016

Pool Lifeguarding

NZ Aquatic Education
Auckland
06-2012

Coaching Certificate

Massey High School
Massey
01-2011

Sport And Recreation Certificate

Community Leisure Centre
Auckland, NZ
01-2011

NCEA Level 3 -

Massey High School
Massey, NZ
12-2010

First Aid Certificate

NZ Redcross
Auckland
01-2010

Skills

  • Event coordination and planning
  • Budget management
  • Project management
  • Business operations support
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Team leadership and development
  • Problem-solving and adaptability
  • Customer experience and relationship management
  • Administrative excellence
  • Process improvement and organization
  • Customer relationship management
  • Sales techniques
  • Problem solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Lifeguarding

References

Available upon request

Achievements Highlights

  • Progressed through multiple roles: Customer Service Representative → Claims Assistant → Sales Support → Sales Coordinator → Business Support → Business Support Manager
  • Recipient of company awards recognizing teamwork and leadership
  • Successfully hosted numerous internal and external events, enhancing company culture and stakeholder engagement
  • Represented Brightside at overseas conferences and presented to professional groups in Australia.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Business Support Manager

Brightside
03.2014 - Current

CLAIMS & ESCALATION ADVISOR

EQC (Earthquake Commission)
07.2013 - 11.2013

CUSTOMER SERVICE REP /LIFEGUARD / HOLIDAY PROGRAMME LEADER

CLM Onehunga War Memorial Pools
03.2012 - 03.2013

Excel Certificates -

Ace Training

Pool Lifeguarding

NZ Aquatic Education

Coaching Certificate

Massey High School

Sport And Recreation Certificate

Community Leisure Centre

NCEA Level 3 -

Massey High School

First Aid Certificate

NZ Redcross
Alesha Kingham