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Monique Trask

Whangarei

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

LEGAL SECRETARY – RURAL TEAM

WRMK Lawyers
06.2017 - 11.2018
  • This role demanded a high level attention to detail and accuracy, unparalleled organisational skills and excellent time management with the ability to effectively prioritise tasks
  • At WRMK all experienced secretaries operate at Legal Executive capacity this was the bulk of this role as well as providing Legal secretarial support for the Rural Director and one senior lawyer
  • Preparation of documents and completion of all settlements pertaining to: Rural & Residential conveyancing
  • Preparation of finance documentation
  • Liaising with clients, banks, real estate agents and solicitors regarding settlements
  • Estate administration including drafting Wills, preparation of Enduring Powers of Attorney and management of investments for estates.

CUSTOMER SERVICE, HOSPITALITY

The Whitelady
06.2015 - 10.2016
  • I worked part time during the evenings and weekends to keep busy while also enjoying being a stay at home Mum
  • I appreciated this change in my working career at the time, it kept my mind active and provided a great social work environment
  • My time working on the Whitelady was mainly based on their event carts (concerts, sporting events, trade shows, expos, private functions)
  • This was a fast-paced job, interacting with customers and problem solving on the go
  • I enjoyed the different challenges of this job and the customer interaction.

OFFICE MANAGER, LEGAL SECRETARY

Bell Jr Ltd
04.2013 - 02.2014
  • I first joined Bell Jr as a temp to roll out the Jazz Apple Big Crunch Campaign 2013
  • On June 1st 2013 I was offered a permanent role as an Office Manager/Legal Secretary
  • Office Manager: This diverse role encompassed managing several client companies (including Central Park Legal) website design and creation, google ad words, social media presence
  • Developed, implemented and monitored a range of administration procedures and standards
  • Development of company website, online advertising, SEO
  • Reception
  • Accounts receivable/payable
  • Legal Secretary - Central Park Legal: Email and diary management – client appointments, court dates
  • Composed and revised legal documents, including letters, court documents, depositions
  • Drafting/proofing of correspondence and documents
  • Client Billing - Harvest
  • Client file management (in compliance with legislation)
  • Liquidation administration
  • Debt recovery administration
  • Acted as Liaison between clients, solicitors and vendors
  • Following up pending court cases & keeping track of the latest court decisions
  • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion.

NATIONAL ADMINISTRATOR, PA to GENERAL MANAGER

Dimond (Part of Fletcher Building)
10.2011 - 02.2013
  • Dimond is a Market Leader in the Steel Roofing Industry it has 10 Branches across New Zealand, with a staff of 150 employees
  • As the National Administrator for Dimond, I worked very closely with the GM; a high level of professionalism and the ability to communicate at an executive level was required as this position was viewed at times, to be the same level as that of the GM
  • PA to GM, New Zealand: PA support to the GM and Leadership Team
  • Carrying out all duties pertaining to the job title
  • Organization of all Leadership Meetings, minute taking, agendas, executive presentations, active participation in business reviews
  • National Administrator: Administration Support for National Office
  • Development of Social Media presence and new SharePoint site
  • Organization of company events
  • National Procurement – Lease Vehicles, Telecommunications, Travel
  • Account Management of Fleet of 35 Vehicles inc budget
  • National Administration for Telecommunications inc budget
  • National Administration for Travel inc budget.

PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR - PROCUREMENT

Telecom NZ Ltd
08.2011 - 10.2011
  • I was a working within the Procurement Demerger Team at Telecom . This was a very time sensitive project that required great use of initiative and the ability to remain calm and in control under pressure
  • Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of presentation skill was necessary as well as the ability to communicate at an executive level.

STUDIO MANAGER

SHEisYOU - Photography
05.2011 - 07.2011
  • This was a challenging yet rewarding role that encompassed strong leadership, management and organizational skills, as well as understanding administration from a business development perspective
  • My role as Studio Manager also encompassed being the core person responsible of customer service and sales from start to finish - from the initial booking, to the customer walking away happy, with a high-quality photo package in their hands
  • The ability to relate to all customers, with a professional, friendly manner and with the highest degree of service was a must.

OFFICE/WEBSITE ADMINISTRATOR

Turner Media Ltd
09.2010 - 05.2011
  • The main part of this role was updating and maintaining an Equine based directory website for Turner Media
  • Knowledge of the Equine Industry was essential along with in-depth IT skills
  • Site administration and quality control
  • Update website listings, articles, news, blogs, advertising, administer banner ad management, liaise with contract advisers e.g
  • Writers
  • Source and coordinate site content including news, videos, blogs, and articles
  • Administer competitions and liaise with winners and sponsors
  • Communicate with site members and advertisers
  • Answer site queries promptly
  • Identify problems with sites such as “site down” problem traders, and take appropriate action
  • General Administration duties
  • Update and manage Salesforce records
  • Coordination and support for sales staff
  • Internal marketing and event management.

OFFICE MANAGER/EA

EMC Corporation New Zealand Ltd
07.2009 - 09.2010
  • Performed diversified and complex administrative duties
  • EA to Chief Technology Officer, Channel Manager
  • PA support for 2 Accounts Managers
  • Demonstrated knowledge of company policy, organization, and a high level of technical skill
  • Organized domestic and international travel/accommodation for management team
  • Office Manager: Developed, implemented and monitored a range of administration procedures and standards
  • Reception - provided friendly, professional manner as face of the company
  • Managed Facilities for Auckland office, liaised with facilities Team in Australia
  • Health and Safety, Security
  • General Accounts and procurement
  • Co-ordinated EMC collateral being distributed to current and prospective customers
  • Coordinating group travel for both local and international events
  • Organization of corporate company events.

OFFICE MANAGER, PA

Ardmore Marketing Ltd
03.2005 - 12.2006
  • Provided efficient and effective administration to Ardmore Marketing S.L by managing general office procedures and providing PA support to the Manging Director
  • Office Manager/PA: carrying out all duties pertaining to the job title
  • Developed, implemented and monitored a range of administration procedures and standards
  • EA to MD’s - carrying out all duties pertaining to job title
  • Provided support to energetic sales team of 30 people
  • Liaising with NZ offices, compiling growth and sales reports
  • Organization of company events, travel, team building excursions/exercises
  • Staff trainer/developer: Recruited, trained and developed the administration team
  • Delivered new training solutions that met the needs of the business and the team
  • Follow up research concluded - improved morale, improved budgets, targets achieved
  • Maintained development of the Administrators for the two New Zealand offices.

Skills

  • Diary and Travel Management
  • Executive calendars
  • Website management
  • Document Preparation
  • Drafting legal documents
  • Marketing
  • Social Media
  • Streamlining processes
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Billing and Invoicing
  • Document Proofreading

Driver License

True

Personal Information

  • Own Transport: True
  • Date of Birth: 03/07/85

References

Available on request.

Training

Sales: Cycle Of Development - Stage 1 Sales, Stage 2 Leadership, Stage 3 Team Leadership. Admin: Cycle Of Development - Recruitment Module, Coaching Module, PA Secretarial Module. Train the Trainer Accreditation, First Aid Certificate

Timeline

LEGAL SECRETARY – RURAL TEAM

WRMK Lawyers
06.2017 - 11.2018

CUSTOMER SERVICE, HOSPITALITY

The Whitelady
06.2015 - 10.2016

OFFICE MANAGER, LEGAL SECRETARY

Bell Jr Ltd
04.2013 - 02.2014

NATIONAL ADMINISTRATOR, PA to GENERAL MANAGER

Dimond (Part of Fletcher Building)
10.2011 - 02.2013

PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR - PROCUREMENT

Telecom NZ Ltd
08.2011 - 10.2011

STUDIO MANAGER

SHEisYOU - Photography
05.2011 - 07.2011

OFFICE/WEBSITE ADMINISTRATOR

Turner Media Ltd
09.2010 - 05.2011

OFFICE MANAGER/EA

EMC Corporation New Zealand Ltd
07.2009 - 09.2010

OFFICE MANAGER, PA

Ardmore Marketing Ltd
03.2005 - 12.2006

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