Holly Downs

Holly Downs

Sales Assistant

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Learning and Development

  • Education

    • Avado

      2022 - 2023
      CIPD L5 Associate Diploma in People Management Human Resources Development
    • Victoria University of Wellington

      -
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Criminology and Psychology
    • Western University

      2014 - 2014
      Criminology and Psychology

      Overseas exchange September - December 2014

  • Experience

    • Max Fashions

      Dec 2013 - Jun 2014
      Sales Assistant

      Retail sales assistant at Max Fashions, Wellington.

    • Victoria University of Wellington

      Mar 2014 - Jun 2014
      PASS (Peer Assisted Study Support) Leader

      PASS is a programme run by Student Learning at Victoria University of Wellington to provide extra support to students in certain courses. The sessions are run by a student who has previously successfully completed the course. I taught PASS class for PSYC121 (Introduction to Psychology) between March and June 2014 and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

    • WorkSafe New Zealand

      Jul 2015 - Aug 2016

      In my third and final assignment with WorkSafe I organised and oversaw various licencing tests, processed applications and maintained online profiles and managed spreadsheets pertaining to company operations, in close communication with management. I also helped to induct new staff members. In this role I conducted an in-depth research assignment into ATV/quad bike injuries and deaths in New Zealand and Australia. I conducted research and collated various forms of data, presenting my findings in the form of a full written report. In my first of three varied assignments with WorkSafe I supported the company’s recruitment operations, contacting interviewees and organising appointments and also confirming the validity of employment references. I was also called upon to assist with administrative procedures in other departments, including HR

      • Licencing Administrator

        Feb 2016 - Aug 2016
      • Graduate Student Analyst

        Nov 2015 - Feb 2016
      • Recruitment Administration Assistant

        Jul 2015 - Nov 2015
    • Nordstrom

      Nov 2016 - Oct 2017

      In this role I managed service and catering at a busy coffee bar in the downtown area of the city. I prepared and served food and drink, making sure all recipes and guidelines were closely adhered to. I provided customer service and other support for staff, oversaw setup and cleaning of the service area, and conducted stock checks. In this role I supported sales and customer service at a prestigious confectionery boutique located within the flagship store of the major retailer Nordstrom. I helped to prepare and deliver bespoke customer orders, oversee visual merchandising, and facilitate customer needs by maintaining in-depth and up-to-date product and service knowledge.

      • Senior barista

        May 2017 - Oct 2017
      • Salesperson - Sugarfina

        Nov 2016 - Apr 2017
    • Kumon UK

      Jan 2018 - Feb 2019
      Class Assistant

      In this role I supported the learning of children aged 3 to 8 in the subjects of Maths and English. I marked and recorded classwork, provided various kinds of learning support and guidance, and reported regularly to school directors on key information regarding pupils and their work.

    • 3P innovation Limited

      Feb 2019 - Jul 2021
      Office Administrator

      In my current role I carry out many duties in support of company operations. I regularly arrange travel and accommodation for various trips, and organise meetings and functions for clients. I also oversee the company’s busy reception desk, providing excellent customer service and proper management of files and paperwork. I strive to ensure that all deadlines are met, and that all business activities run smoothly and correctly.

    • UK Health Security Agency

      Jul 2021 - Dec 2022
      Learning and Development Coordinator
    • Aggregate Industries UK

      Jan 2023 - now
      Learning and Development Coordinator
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Early Childhood Education and Care

      Wellington Nannies College
      Jun 2011
    • Evacuation Chair

      First Response First Aid Ltd
      Apr 2022
    • Fire Warden Training

      High Speed Training
      Aug 2021
    • Mental Health First Aid

      MHFA England®
      Mar 2023
    • Fire Marshal

      First Response First Aid Ltd
      Mar 2022
    • Key Trainer

      Evac+Chair
      Jun 2022
    • First Aid at Work

      First Response First Aid Ltd
      Sept 2021
    • Mental Health & Wellbeing in the Workplace

      First Response First Aid Ltd
      Apr 2022
    • Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)

      I-to-i TEFL
      Nov 2020
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer

      Issued by LWS Night Shelter on Dec 2020
      LWS Night ShelterAssociated with Holly Downs
    • Community Volunteer

      Issued by GoodGym on Oct 2019
      GoodGymAssociated with Holly Downs
    • Te Pūtahi Atawhai Academic Mentor

      Issued by Victoria University of Wellington on Mar 2014
      Victoria University of WellingtonAssociated with Holly Downs
    • Te Pūtahi Atawhai Academic Mentor

      Issued by Victoria University of Wellington on Dec 2013
      Victoria University of WellingtonAssociated with Holly Downs