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Jessica Elizabeth Ashwell

Jessica Elizabeth Ashwell

Aranui,New Zealand

Summary

Personable and dedicated customer service representative with extensive experience in the industry. Solid team player with an upbeat, positive attitude, and proven skill in establishing rapport with clients. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction, and contribute to company success. Articulate, enthusiastic, and results-oriented, with a demonstrated passion for building relationships, cultivating partnerships, and growing businesses.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

Arizto Real Estate
Aranui, Christchurch
08.2023 - Current
  • Stayed up-to-date on changes in state laws governing real estate transactions.
  • Consulted with escrow companies and lenders to validate completion of terms and conditions of purchase agreement by closing date.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by effectively and swiftly resolving issues.
  • Promoted property sales through advertisements, open houses and participation in multiple listing services.
  • Established key business relationships within industry by using responsiveness, efficiency and deep knowledge of real estate industry.
  • Prepared and delivered sales presentations.
  • Provided client guidance regarding market conditions, mortgage options, and legal requirements.
  • Compared properties with similar, recently sold properties in neighboring areas to determine comparative market price.
  • Analyzed comparable sales data to provide accurate pricing recommendations for clients.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with colleagues, customers, and third-party professionals involved in transactions.
  • Developed and presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
  • Managed real estate transactions from initiation to closing.

Real Estate Salesperson/Contractor

Mike Pero Real Estate
Northwood Office, Christchurch
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Advertise and market properties
  • Arrange and host open homes
  • Build relationships with sellers and buyers
  • Complete sales and negotiate contracts
  • Research the housing market and property values
  • Organize building inspections and reports
  • Customer Service

Service Deli Assistant

Pak n Save Wainoni
Avondale, NZ
02.2020 - 08.2021
  • Customer Service
  • Food Control
  • Health and Safety Committee
  • Cooking and Food Preparation
  • Cleaning

Barista

Red Post Café
Culverden, NZ
10.2017 - 11.2019
  • Coffee Making
  • Customer Service
  • Cash Handling
  • Sales
  • Liquor Control
  • LCQ Certificate
  • Cleaning

Duty Manager & Barista

Alpine Village Inn
Hanmer Springs, NZ
12.2016 - 10.2017
  • Coffee Making
  • Customer Service
  • Cash Handling
  • Sales
  • Liquor Control
  • LCQ Certificate
  • Cleaning

Second in Charge & Duty Manager

Fire & Ice Café, Bar and Restaurant
Hanmer Springs, NZ
11.2015 - 12.2016
  • Coffee Making
  • Customer Service
  • Cash Handling
  • Liquor Control
  • Management
  • Sales
  • Cleaning
  • LCQ Certificate
  • Ordering
  • Made Redundant

Education

New Zealand Certificate in Real Estate (Level 5) - Supervision & Leading Teams in The Real Estate

Open Polytechnic
11-2024

New Zealand Certificate in Real Estate (Salesperson) (Level 4) - RES420 Fundamentals of Real Estate, RES421 Law for Real Estate Licensees, RES422 Real Estate Sales and Marketing

Open Polytechnic
03-2021

New Zealand Certificate in Business (Small Business) (Level 4) - Introduction to Small Business, Human Resources for Small Business, Marketing a Small Business, Small Business Finance, Small Business Project

Aspire 2 Business Management Programme
03.2020

Licence Controller Qualification - NZQA-4646- demonstrate knowledge of the Sale of Liquors Act 1989 and Implications on licensed premise operations, NZQA-16705 – Demonstrate knowledge of the Host Responsibility requirements as a duty manager of licensee

Hospitality Standards Institute

National Certificate in Travel and Tourism & Certificate in International Travel Consultancy - NZQA National Certificate in Core Skills Level 3, Travel Level 3, and Travel Level 4, IATA Airfares (International), CRS Training (Amadeus), Selling Skills, Microsoft Office

Travel Careers and Training (Christchurch) Limited

Skills

  • Active listening
  • Communication
  • Computer skills
  • Customer service
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Leadership
  • Management skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Transferable skills
  • Full Drivers Licence
  • Quick Learner

References

  • Mark Philpot, Delicatessen Manager, Pak n Save Wainoni, 03 373 9005 ext 222
  • Michelle Maat, Delicatessen Second in Charge, Pak n Save Wainoni, 03 373 9005 ext 222
  • Tony Treleaven, Owner & Operator, Fire & Ice Café, Bar and Restaurant, 021340036
  • Sharon Hann, Co-owner & Operator, Fire & Ice Café, Bar and Restaurant, 021340032

Timeline

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

Arizto Real Estate
08.2023 - Current

Real Estate Salesperson/Contractor

Mike Pero Real Estate
08.2021 - 08.2023

Service Deli Assistant

Pak n Save Wainoni
02.2020 - 08.2021

Barista

Red Post Café
10.2017 - 11.2019

Duty Manager & Barista

Alpine Village Inn
12.2016 - 10.2017

Second in Charge & Duty Manager

Fire & Ice Café, Bar and Restaurant
11.2015 - 12.2016

New Zealand Certificate in Real Estate (Level 5) - Supervision & Leading Teams in The Real Estate

Open Polytechnic

New Zealand Certificate in Real Estate (Salesperson) (Level 4) - RES420 Fundamentals of Real Estate, RES421 Law for Real Estate Licensees, RES422 Real Estate Sales and Marketing

Open Polytechnic

New Zealand Certificate in Business (Small Business) (Level 4) - Introduction to Small Business, Human Resources for Small Business, Marketing a Small Business, Small Business Finance, Small Business Project

Aspire 2 Business Management Programme

Licence Controller Qualification - NZQA-4646- demonstrate knowledge of the Sale of Liquors Act 1989 and Implications on licensed premise operations, NZQA-16705 – Demonstrate knowledge of the Host Responsibility requirements as a duty manager of licensee

Hospitality Standards Institute

National Certificate in Travel and Tourism & Certificate in International Travel Consultancy - NZQA National Certificate in Core Skills Level 3, Travel Level 3, and Travel Level 4, IATA Airfares (International), CRS Training (Amadeus), Selling Skills, Microsoft Office

Travel Careers and Training (Christchurch) Limited
Jessica Elizabeth Ashwell