Holly Simmons
Auckland
Summary
Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach. With a wide range of job experience, a highly motivated individual ready to dedicate herself to building up legal experience and skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Media Manager
Joots
01.2023 - Current
- Managing the Linkedin accounts for Workdek and Northern Forklift Limited
- Increased customer engagement through social media.
- Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring a consistent brand voice and message.
- Boosted engagement rates with the creation of compelling and visually appealing content.
Food Services Assistant
Mercy Hospital
03.2022 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service during meal times.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations through frequent cleaning and sanitation practices within the food preparation area.
- Contributed to team success by proactively assisting coworkers during peak hours or covering shifts when needed.
Waitress
St Alice
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Displayed excellent interpersonal skills when interacting with diverse clientele on a daily basis.
Community Services Team Support
Auckland District Health Board
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Managing the community services vehicle fleet by prioritising use for the nurses’, ensuring maintenance was booked and completed in a timely fashion, and managing the allocation of the fleet cars
- Aiding in general administration tasks such as team-wide communication emails, ordering stock, and on-boarding/off-boarding employees.
Administration Assistant (temporary Role)
ACC
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Providing support to the claimant response team by managing the inbox and ensuring claimant information and relevant details are accurate and up to date.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
Sales and Warehouse Assistant
Crisp Home And Wear
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labelling merchandise.
- Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.
- Processed transactions accurately while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Assisted customers in making informed decisions by offering detailed product knowledge and comparisons.
Front of House and Kitchen Hand
Forbes Gourmet Cafe
06.2019 - 02.2021
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Developed strong time management skills, effectively prioritizing tasks to ensure completion within allocated timeframes.
- Streamlined communication between kitchen and front-of-house staff, reducing errors in orders and enhancing overall efficiency.
- Addressed customer concerns swiftly and professionally, resolving issues and ensuring repeat patronage.
Education
Bachelor of Laws -
University of Otago
01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Otago
01.2025
Skills
- Case analysis
- Client Communication
- Research
- Legal writing
- Team Collaboration
- Strong multitasking
Leadership Experience
- 2018: World Vision, Selected Participant, Travelled to Malawi to see the projects World Vision and Saint Kentigern College had established to help the growth of communities. I was consequently inspired to continue with service to my community.
- 2019 - 2020: Local Girl Guides - Volunteer, leading group activities.
- 2019 - 2020: Volunteer - Assisting at low decile primary schools through school program.
- 2020: Elected School Service Prefect - Organizing the food banks we had each term and the annual forty-hour famine which were both highly successful endeavours.
- 2023: Otago Corrections Facility Volunteer - Running workshops at the Otago Corrections Facility to teach prisoners about general legal knowledge.
Awards
- University of Otago New Frontiers Scholarship - 2021
- Academic Honours – 2019 and 2020
- NCEA Excellence Endorsement; Levels 1, 2, and 3 – 2018, 2019, 2020
- Leadership colours - 2020
- Duke of Edinburgh Bronze, Silver, and Gold award - 2017, 2018, 2020
Interests
- Member of the Auckland branch of the New Zealand Institute of Foreign Affairs, an organisation that holds events encouraging discussion about international affairs with guest speakers from different backgrounds.
- Enjoys hiking, skiing, and running throughout Aotearoa New Zealand
Timeline
Waitress
St Alice
11.2023 - 02.2024
Social Media Manager
Joots
01.2023 - Current
Community Services Team Support
Auckland District Health Board
11.2022 - 02.2023
Administration Assistant (temporary Role)
ACC
06.2022 - 07.2022
Food Services Assistant
Mercy Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Sales and Warehouse Assistant
Crisp Home And Wear
11.2021 - 02.2022
Front of House and Kitchen Hand
Forbes Gourmet Cafe
06.2019 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Laws -
University of Otago
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Otago
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