Lynne Burns
63 Robertson Street,,Gore
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience supporting both elderly individuals and young children. Successfully managed diverse responsibilities, including overseeing playgroups and organizing activities that enhanced children’s learning and development. Involved in Playgroup and Kindergarten committees. Proven ability to foster a positive environment through effective communication and multitasking skills, ensuring all needs were met during outings and club events.
Self-motivated Legal Assistant facilitates case management for law firms. Offers broad spectrum of legal services under attorney supervision. Manages highly confidential information with professionalism and integrity.
Dedicated Court Clerk with many years of experience in case management for criminal, civil and traffic courts from initial filing to final disposition. Skilled in case processing, scheduling, records maintenance, and providing courtroom support. Excellent work ethic and communication skills.
Efficient office assistant with several years of experience answering high-volume calls and in-person inquiries. Diligent, respectful attitude to dealing with clients and colleagues. Flexible and hardworking approach to streamlining internal processes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Café Assistant
The Stables Kitchen
01.2023 - Current
- Greeting and taking orders from customers, processing EFTPOS transactions, serving, clearing tables, and thanking customers.
- Helping out with food preparation, kitchen requirements, and end-of-day cleaning.
CAREGIVER
01.2014 - 03.2024
- Provided cleaning support for an elderly couple, transitioning to solo assistance for a widower until his residential care admission.
- I assisted with approximately six hours per week of house cleaning, including transportation to appointments and outings, to ensure his comfort and safety.
Office Administrator
Adroit Solutions
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Conducted incoming and outgoing phone calls.
- Managed the reception area for incoming clients.
- Sort and distribute incoming correspondence.
- Prepare and modify documents, including correspondence, spreadsheets, memos and emails.
- Resolve administrative problems and inquiries.
Administration Support
Gore District Council (Closing the Gaps)
03.2022 - 10.2022
- To maintain and update databases, and record the information.
- Event and meeting arrangements.
- Emails and general administration support.
Administration Support
Gore Medical Centre
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Data entry for the COVID immunization register and administrative support.
Administration Support
Gore District Council (Closing the Gaps)
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Maintained and updated databases.
- Coordinated event logistics.
- Provided email correspondence management.
Personal Assistant
McKenzie Law
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Successfully managed and completed multiple client assignments.
- Handled conveyancing from initiation to completion.
- Prepared documents, letters, and emails.
- Worked with clients, banks, and lawyers on settlement processes.
- Finalized bill of costs and submitted LINZ registration.
- Maintained digitized records consistently.
- Managed the preparation and filing of probate documents for estates.
- Created essential legal paperwork efficiently.
- General Administration - preparation of letters and emails, database updates, billing, physical filing, scanning, e-filing as well as customer service and reception tasks.
Office Assistant
Polythene & PVC Products Ltd
, Gore
10.2013 - 01.2020
- Utilized office equipment such as printers, copiers, and fax machines efficiently.
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner and provided assistance when necessary.
- Supported bookkeeping tasks such as invoicing and expense tracking.
- Ordered office supplies and managed inventory to ensure a well-stocked office.
- Facilitated communication within the office and with external partners.
- Managed daily office operations and maintained a clean and efficient workspace.
- Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
- Collected, counted and disbursed money to complete basic bookkeeping and banking transactions.
- Provided customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
Customer Services Officer
Ministry of Justice
, Gore
02.2002 - 04.2011
- Coordinated the use of court facilities for special hearings and events.
- Recorded and maintained official court records with high accuracy.
- Processed legal filings and fees, ensuring compliance with court procedures.
- Liaised with general public to process document requests and provide customer service by phone or email and in person, keeping records of payments and documents provided.
- Attended required meetings and conferences as well as training sessions to develop and maintain understanding of current conventions and laws.
- Verified accuracy of case information entered into the computer system prior to hearings or trials.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information per legal requirements.
- Managed calendar scheduling for courtroom proceedings.
- Updated records after each hearing or trial was concluded.
Education
NZ Certificate in Computing (User Fundamentals) - User Fundamentals
Southern Institute of Technology
06.2020
Certificate of Achievement – NZ Transport Agency – Basic Level 1 Traffic Controller Warrant -
01.2020
NZ Institute of Management Course – Certificate of Management - Management
Southern Institute of Technology
01.2006
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- Understanding Client Requirements
- Team player
- Positive attitude
- Independent work
- Microsoft 365
- Word
- Excel
- Desktop publishing
- Outlook
- File Management
- Legal administrative duties
- Attention to detail
- Accuracy
- Management
- Organization
- Proactive approach
- Structured approach
- POS system operation
- Food preparation proficiency
- Cleanliness maintenance
- Cash handling accuracy
- Self-motivated
- Initiative
- Professionalism
- Confidentiality
- Privacy
- Practical knowledge
References
Available on request
Hobbies and Interests
- Farming and animals (having been bought up on a farm)
- NZ travel
- Local history
- Genealogy
- Gardening
- Handcrafts
- Walking with my dog Rusty
Accomplishments
- Young Farmers Club Achievement: Twice awarded National Winner in the Bernina Make N' Model competition (sewing)
- Southern Institute of Technology, NZ Certificate in Computing (User Fundamentals) (Level 2), A+ grades in all 4 units (June 24, 2020)
- NZ Institute of Management (NZIM), Certificate in Management, Southern Institute of Technology; achieved A+ in 3 units and B+ in 1 unit (March 1, 2007)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Café Assistant
The Stables Kitchen
01.2023 - Current
Administration Support
Gore District Council (Closing the Gaps)
03.2022 - 10.2022
Office Administrator
Adroit Solutions
01.2022 - 02.2023
Administration Support
Gore Medical Centre
07.2021 - 04.2022
Administration Support
Gore District Council (Closing the Gaps)
05.2021 - 09.2021
Personal Assistant
McKenzie Law
11.2020 - 03.2021
CAREGIVER
01.2014 - 03.2024
Office Assistant
Polythene & PVC Products Ltd
10.2013 - 01.2020
Customer Services Officer
Ministry of Justice
02.2002 - 04.2011
NZ Certificate in Computing (User Fundamentals) - User Fundamentals
Southern Institute of Technology
Certificate of Achievement – NZ Transport Agency – Basic Level 1 Traffic Controller Warrant -
NZ Institute of Management Course – Certificate of Management - Management
Southern Institute of Technology
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