Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Certification
Timeline
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Rylee Deverill

Thames,WKO

Summary

With 2 years experience as a receptionist / legal assistant I am reliable with a strong work ethic and a keen ability to multitask, I am good at working in a team as well as working individually to complete tasks, I'm always enthusiastic to learn and undertake new challenges. I am tidy and organised and ready for a new opportunity.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Receptionist Administrator

Purnell Lawyers
11.2022 - Current
  • Answered incoming calls, directing clients to individuals addressing specific needs.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Handled complaints and questions, and re-directed calls to other team members.
  • Expedited daily office tasks such as mail distribution, document scanning, photocopying, and data entry to ensure smooth workflow.
  • Acted as first point of contact and set appointments for prospective clients.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through excellent interpersonal skills and genuine care for colleagues'' needs or concerns.
  • Updated office policies and procedures manual, ensuring compliance and up-to-date guidelines.
  • Managed multi-line phone system, ensuring prompt and courteous service to callers.

Legal Assistant

Purnell Lawyers
11.2022 - Current
  • Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
  • Responded to client inquiries, offering assistance.
  • Drafted legal correspondence, contributing to successful negotiations and settlements.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
  • Scanned, converted, and organized records into electronic format.
  • Drafting and finalising invoices for clients.
  • Prepared new files and created matter numbers in our system.
  • Receipted money in our system from payments made to our trust account.

Waitress

Gastronomics
03.2021 - 11.2022
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.

Kitchen Hand

Cafe Melbourne
02.2020 - 02.2021
  • Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients and peeling vegetables.
  • Plated and presented food following chef requirements.

Education

Thames High School
Thames, NZ

Skills

Reception Management

File Organization

Multi-line phone operation

Phone and Email Etiquette

Document scanning and digitization

Office Equipment Maintenance

Data Entry

Customer Service

Multitasking and Organization

Appointment Scheduling

Database Administration

Teamwork and Collaboration

References

Sonya Brown 

Thames High School Teacher

Email: sonyabrown@thameshigh.school.nz 

Certification

First aid level 1

Timeline

Receptionist Administrator

Purnell Lawyers
11.2022 - Current

Legal Assistant

Purnell Lawyers
11.2022 - Current

Waitress

Gastronomics
03.2021 - 11.2022

Kitchen Hand

Cafe Melbourne
02.2020 - 02.2021

Thames High School
Rylee Deverill