Personable and energetic professional offering valuable contributions in all facets of administrative activities derived from diverse, ten-year background. Recognized for exemplary time management, organization, prioritization and work ethic.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Jewelry Consultant
Signet Jewelers Inc.
Akron, OH
09.2021 - Current
Gathered employee data to develop monthly work schedules, enabling proper staffing for departments for each shift.
Coordinated restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for current promotions.
Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise and suggested suitable options.
Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change and storing coupons.
Informed customers of current store promotions to encourage additional sales purchases.
Informed customers of upcoming promotions.
Attended company trainings and seminars on such topics as customer engagement strategies, marketing and promotions and attaining sales goals and milestones.
Worked with other sales associates to deliver excellent customer service and cut wait times at registers.
Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
Mentored new sales associates on store return policies and customer service techniques.
Asked open-ended questions to determine exactly what customers required, available budgets and target recipient for each purchase.
Supported loss prevention goals by monitoring shopper behavior.
Personal Injury Paralegal/Case Manager
Patterson Adams
Gastonia, NC
04.2021 - 08.2021
Requested and obtained medical records for case review and documentation.
Acted as a liaison between medical insurance companies and clients to negotiate payment.
Acted as first point of contact and set appointments for prospective clients.
Scheduled and confirmed appointments and meetings for senior management team.
Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation and information for discovery request.
Prepared legal briefs, motions and pleadings.
Established law library database accuracy by maintaining legal records to regulate disparities and perform updates.
Communicated with outside vendors on behalf of attorneys and legal departments.
Receptionist/Paralegal
Grier Wright Martinez, PA
Charlotte, NC
10.2019 - 03.2021
Directed incoming calls to internal personnel and departments, routing to best-qualified department.
Answered telephone calls to field inquiries from clients, vendors and various other callers seeking information.
Collected and distributed messages to team members and managers to support open communication and high customer service.
Provided clerical support to seven company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents.
Sorted, received and distributed mail correspondence between departments and personnel.
Assisted internal staff with clerical and administrative needs to maximize efficiency and team productivity.
Prepared legal briefs, motions and pleadings.
Communicated with outside vendors on behalf of attorneys and legal departments.
Reviewed regulations regarding procedures and requirements for class action suits.
Created highly researched and articulate legal paperwork such as pleadings, contracts and briefs.
Paralegal
Law Offices Of Seaton & Bates
Johnson City, TN
04.2019 - 09.2019
Developed and managed up to 60 Personal Injury and 150 Mass Torts cases
Liaised between multiple attorneys involved in complex legal issues
Created highly researched and articulate legal paperwork such as pleadings, contracts and briefs
Developed polished legal documents, including motions and briefs, to support litigation processes and court proceedings
Coordinated trial exhibits by organizing materials, writing documentation and preparing digital materials and displays
Investigated facts and laws to determine causes of action and to prepare cases
Directed and coordinated law office activity, including service of subpoenas and scheduling of depositions
Supervised appointment scheduling for multiple attorneys and made adjustments and changes through Time Matters application
Analyzed elements of civil litigation, including evidence gathering and presentation and client counseling, in addition to evaluating jury selection methods processes
Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation and information for discovery request
Addressed client inquiries and updated database information.
Scheduled consultations for hundreds potential clients.
Scheduled and confirmed appointments and meetings for senior management team.
Client Care Advocate
DexYP
Bristol, TN
10.2017 - 04.2019
Managed wide variety of customer service and administrative tasks to resolve customer issues quickly and efficiently
Resourcefully responded to customer requests for products, services and information
Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints in a timely and empathetic manner
Answered average of 50 calls per day, addressing customer inquiries, solving problems and providing new product information
Provided customers with important details about billing, payment processing and support procedures and requirements
Established rapport with callers to build loyalty and support retention goals.
Provided detailed information about available services and requirements.
Called customers to coordinate schedules and set appointments.
Scheduled and confirmed appointments and meetings for senior management team.
Assistant Manager
Eddie Bauer Outlet
Bristol, TN
07.2017 - 10.2017
Assigned employees to specific duties to best meet the needs of the store
Examined merchandise to verify that it was correctly priced and displayed
Greeted customers in a timely fashion while quickly determining their needs
Recommended merchandise to customers based on their needs and preferences
Maintained knowledge of current sales and promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges and security practices
Responded to customer questions and requests in a prompt and efficient manner
Contacted other store locations to determine merchandise availability
Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in the store
Built relationships with customers to increase likelihood of repeat business
Store Manager
Signet Jewelers- Zales
Asheville, NC
11.2016 - 07.2017
Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain efficiency and responsiveness to demands.
Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
Set and updated weekly work schedules to meet coverage demands by considering factors like expected customer levels, planned promotions and individual employee strengths.
Recruited, managed and motivated 6-member retail team to give every guest positive and memorable experiences.
Developed, implemented and enhanced employee targets and operational policies to promote productivity and strengthen team performance.
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
Maintained focus during busy times and delegated tasks to employees to keep business running smoothly.
Researched issues to obtain appropriate answers to customer inquiries.
Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales.
Assisted customers with locating and choosing merchandise in any store department.
Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases including in-store and e-service transactions.
Supervised end-to-end stock management, including examining incoming inventory, merchandising shelves and preventing shrinkage.
Jewelry Consultant
Signet Jewelers- Zales
Bristol, Tennessee
10.2012 - 10.2016
Examined finished products to verify quality and make final adjustments to meet customers desires and enhance appearances
Consulted with customers to understand needs, define expectations and discuss budgets for pieces
Created new jewelry designs and modified existing designs via manual and computer-assisted methods
Designed multiple types of jewelry, including rings, bracelets and earrings, for business customers and private clients.
Wedding Planning Assistant
Freelance Wedding Planner
Bristol, TN
04.2014 - 04.2016
Organized venues, budgets, guest lists, catering and event timelines
Attended and participated in industry events
Coordinated vendors, timelines and budgets for events
Assessed events planning services and related costs
Maintained close communication with clients to mitigate service issues
Prioritized schedules to meet project goals and overall customer satisfaction.
Engaged in both long and short-term project planning, strategizing for on-time, high-quality deliverables.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
East Tennessee State University
2015
Skills
Customer/Client Relations
Strong organizational skills
Electronic Medical Records
Medical Records Management
Account management
Energetic work attitude
Money handling
Administrative support
Office administration
Correspondence Distribution
Time management
Setting appointments
Schedule Management
Key relationship development
Certification
CNP - Certified Notary Public
Timeline
Jewelry Consultant
Signet Jewelers Inc.
09.2021 - Current
Personal Injury Paralegal/Case Manager
Patterson Adams
04.2021 - 08.2021
Receptionist/Paralegal
Grier Wright Martinez, PA
10.2019 - 03.2021
Paralegal
Law Offices Of Seaton & Bates
04.2019 - 09.2019
Client Care Advocate
DexYP
10.2017 - 04.2019
Assistant Manager
Eddie Bauer Outlet
07.2017 - 10.2017
Store Manager
Signet Jewelers- Zales
11.2016 - 07.2017
Wedding Planning Assistant
Freelance Wedding Planner
04.2014 - 04.2016
Jewelry Consultant
Signet Jewelers- Zales
10.2012 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
East Tennessee State University
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