Organized and dedicated Administrative Assistant with proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
Acera Insurance Services Ltd.
11.2022 - Current
Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data.
Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
Commercial Insurance Agent
Co Operators Insurance Ltd.
04.2012 - 08.2015
Explained detailed policy concepts in easy-to-understand terms.
Offered detailed information about products and binding coverage.
Reviewed, shopped and processed renewals.
Provided advice, answered queries and escalated complaints to management.
Analyzed customer needs to provide customized insurance solutions.
Conducted annual reviews of existing policies to update information.
Educated clients on insurance policies and procedures.
Collected premiums on or before effective date of coverage.
Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
Recruitment Assistant
Diversified Transportation Ltd.
07.2008 - 09.2011
Provided candidates with information about pay rates, dates and training processes.
Coordinated incoming job requisitions and applications.
Promptly corresponded with applicants and coordinated and conducted interviews.
Hired employees and initiated new hire paperwork process.
Scheduled and coordinated interviews between hiring managers and potential candidates.
Participated in recruitment and selection process for new hires.
Compiled employee records from individual departments to maintain central files.
Facilitated new employees orientation for completion of union, taxation, new hire paperwork and company rules.
Education
Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker - Insurance And Risk Management
Insurance Brokers Assocition
Edmonton, AB
05.2005
Business Diploma - General Business Studies
MarTech College
Edmonton, AB
06.1995
Skills
Customer Service
Process Optimization
Data Entry Documentation
Back Office Operations
Mail Management
Microsoft Office
Administrative Support
Complex Problem-Solving
Business Correspondence
Risk Management
Data Collection
Employee Timesheet Processing
Business Administration
Customer and Client Relations
Self Starter
Critical Thinking
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
Acera Insurance Services Ltd.
11.2022 - Current
Commercial Insurance Agent
Co Operators Insurance Ltd.
04.2012 - 08.2015
Recruitment Assistant
Diversified Transportation Ltd.
07.2008 - 09.2011
Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker - Insurance And Risk Management
Associate, Personal Insurance at Rogers Insurance Ltd/Acera Insurance Services LtdAssociate, Personal Insurance at Rogers Insurance Ltd/Acera Insurance Services Ltd