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Maria Johnson

Auckland,Northcote

Summary

As a committed and motivated Legal Administrator / Secretary, I bring strong administrative experience and exceptional attention to detail to support Vicki Ammundsen Trust Law. With a proactive and positive approach, I excel in managing calendars, handling client communication, and ensuring smooth workflow processes. My familiarity with MS Office, MS Teams, and SharePoint, along with my confidence in adapting to new systems, makes me an asset to the team.

Key Qualifications:

Administrative Expertise: Proven track record in hands-on administrative roles, emphasizing efficiency and accuracy.
Organizational Skills: Outstanding ability to manage time, tasks, and projects effectively.
Tech Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office, with exposure to MS Teams and SharePoint.
Client Liaison: Actively engage with major clients to ensure their needs are met promptly.
Workflow Management: Record billable time, handle monthly invoicing, and open new legal matters efficiently.
Reporting: Prepare Excel reports to keep lawyers informed on work in progress, billings, and client requests.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work history

Service Tracker

Samsung New Zeland
Northcote, AUK
05.2022 - Current
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Customer Service Specialist

Convergys
Makati, Manila
04.2024 - 11.2024
  • Handled requests with friendly, knowledgeable service and support, continually achieving positive customer feedback.
  • Recorded and processed customer data accurately.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly and improved on-hold wait times.

Collections Analyst

Citigroup Business Solutions
Makati, Philippines
01.2011 - 03.2023
  • Managed over 50 calls per day
  • Contacted customers to arrange or collect payments and achieved more than the required collection goals.
  • Exceeded collection target goals with assertive communication and negotiation skills.
  • Maintained compliance with fair debt practices and regulatory guidelines.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service on all calls while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor in challenging circumstances.

Customer Service Representative

Noel Leeming
Wiri Auckland, Manukau
06.2018 - 05.2022
  • Resolved customer issues effectively, using strong interpersonal skills and conflict resolution techniques.
  • Assisted customers with varying questions using product knowledge and service expertise.
  • Have assisted Noel Leeming in obtaining more than 150,000 per month with customer refunds and replacement through communicating with manufacturers and suppliers of faulty products saving the company this cost and legal action against Noel Leeming saving cost from litigation and legal fines

Senior Account Specialist

Tata Consultency
Taguig, Philippines
05.2014 - 10.2014
  • Used multi-source data to determine sales and delivery terms for products and services.
  • Optimised sales methods to best engage, acquire and retain customers.
  • Followed company CRM models to maintain up-to-date, accurate account information.

Technical Support Representative

Accenture
Pioneer , Philippines
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Investigated and diagnosed customer's technical and product queries.
  • Carried out preventative checks and maintenance at the end of customer interactions to prevent the need for further support.
  • Employed advanced troubleshooting and expert application knowledge to solve system user interface problems.
  • Combined technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills to diagnose and resolve issues remotely.

Legal assistant

Moldex Realty
Quezon City , Philippines
01.2001 - 12.2001

handled case documentation safely and securely for optimized client confidentiality.

  • Drafted and submitted legal documents to senior staff for review and approval.
  • Built positive client relationships to increase satisfaction and retention.
  • Managed client files with highest levels of confidentiality and discretion.

Paralegal

Linsangan Law Office
Quezon City Philippines, Quezon City
01.2000 - 12.2000
  • Reviewed legal documentation and flagged errors for correction.
  • Liaised professionally with external legal teams for smooth case management.
  • Updated client files in case management systems for accurate, current records.
  • Liaised with external agencies and experts to gather information relevant to cases.

Paralegal

Robiso Law Office
Quezon City, Philippines
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • Drafted and submitted legal documents to senior staff for review and approval.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive legal information and privileged communications.
  • Prepared and filed legal documents with regulatory bodies and courts, maintaining compliance.
  • Built positive client relationships to increase satisfaction and retention.
  • Reviewed legal documentation and flagged errors for correction.

Education

New Zealand Diploma In Legal Executive Studies - Law

Toi Ohomai
Auckland
02.2024 -

New Zealand Certificate On Information Technology - New Zealand Certificate On Information Technology

To Ohomai
Online
10.2022

J.D. - Bachelor of Laws

San Beda College of Law
Mendiola Philippines
06.1996

Bachelor of Science - BS Biology

De La Salle University
Dasmarinas Cavite Philippines
06.1991

Skills

  • Key Qualifications:

    Administrative Expertise: Proven track record in hands-on administrative roles, emphasizing efficiency and accuracy
    Organizational Skills: Outstanding ability to manage time, tasks, and projects effectively
    Tech Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office, with exposure to MS Teams and SharePoint
    Client Liaison: Actively engage with major clients, promptly meeting their needs
    Workflow Management: Record billable time, handle monthly invoicing, and open new legal matters efficiently
    Reporting: Prepare Excel reports to keep lawyers informed on work in progress, billings, and client requests

Timeline

Customer Service Specialist

Convergys
04.2024 - 11.2024

New Zealand Diploma In Legal Executive Studies - Law

Toi Ohomai
02.2024 -

Service Tracker

Samsung New Zeland
05.2022 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Noel Leeming
06.2018 - 05.2022

Senior Account Specialist

Tata Consultency
05.2014 - 10.2014

Collections Analyst

Citigroup Business Solutions
01.2011 - 03.2023

Technical Support Representative

Accenture
01.2007 - 01.2009

Legal assistant

Moldex Realty
01.2001 - 12.2001

Paralegal

Linsangan Law Office
01.2000 - 12.2000

Paralegal

Robiso Law Office
01.1999 - 01.2000

New Zealand Certificate On Information Technology - New Zealand Certificate On Information Technology

To Ohomai

J.D. - Bachelor of Laws

San Beda College of Law

Bachelor of Science - BS Biology

De La Salle University
Maria Johnson