Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Interests
Timeline
background-images

James Houliston

Wellington

Summary

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication, leadership and organisational skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. A motivated and dedicated who endeavours for a successful future in the legal field.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Nanny

03.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.

Water Meter Reader

Arthur D. Riley
11.2024 - 02.2025
  • Supported department goals by completing assigned routes within established timeframes, maintaining a high level of work quality throughout the process.

Volunteer

Well Foundation
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
  • Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
  • Facilitated better healthcare access by volunteering at North Shore Hospital

After-school Tutor

  • Improved students' overall academic performance by providing one-on-one tutoring in various subjects.
  • Introduced creative learning strategies that catered to diverse learner needs, enhancing overall educational experience.

Customer Service

Domino's Pizza
05.2021 - 02.2023
  • Improved functionality through development of internal systems.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and International Relations

Victoria University of Wellington
11-2026

Bachelor of Laws - Ongoing

Victoria University of Wellington
11-2026

NCEA Level 3 Excellence Endorsed -

Westlake Boys High School
12-2021

Skills

  • Oral communication
  • Organization
  • Critical thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • LexisNexis
  • Workload management
  • Exceptional writer
  • Work prioritization

Accomplishments

  • Westlake Boy's High School Head Boy 2021
  • 1st in NCEA Level 3 Geography
  • 1st in NCEA Level 2 Business Studies
  • PTA Award for Head Prefect
  • Arthur Schubert Award for Outstanding and Selfless Contribution to Westlake Boys High School
  • Josef Humphries Award for All Round Year 12 Student- 2020
  • Waterpolo National Champion

Interests

As a University student I am a passionate and enthusiastic student of the Law I enjoy the constant expansion of my knowledge in the field and seek consistent academic growth in the pursuit of knowledge Outside of study, I am an active individual engaging in a number of sports leagues including basketball, netball and football I have a deep appreciation for literature which has fostered a hobby in writing I venture to help others and have therefore thoroughly enjoyed my roles as Tutor, Coach and Hospital Volunteer

Timeline

Water Meter Reader

Arthur D. Riley
11.2024 - 02.2025

Private Nanny

03.2023 - Current

Customer Service

Domino's Pizza
05.2021 - 02.2023

Volunteer

Well Foundation

After-school Tutor

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and International Relations

Victoria University of Wellington

Bachelor of Laws - Ongoing

Victoria University of Wellington

NCEA Level 3 Excellence Endorsed -

Westlake Boys High School
James Houliston