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Geraldine Curwen

Geraldine Curwen

Sotogrande

Summary

Client-oriented and consultative sales professional exhibiting sound skills in business development, recruitment, and account management. Offers solid competencies in planning and adhering to sales campaigns and working with prospective clients through a collaborative approach. Acknowledged throughout career as a target-driven and ambitious professional with exceptional communication skills and relationship networker. Now seeking to recommence a professional career.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Consultant

Student Support Centre
02.2002 - 10.2011
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans to meet organizational goals, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
  • Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
  • Attended personnel meetings and training sessions to improve skills and learn new policies and procedures.
  • Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
  • Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for organization.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors optimally, securing best deals for organization while maintaining excellent working relationships.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.

CASINO DEALER / INSPECTOR

Colony Casino
01.1995 - 01.1998
  • Promoted customer retention and satisfaction by greeting guests and encouraging fun gameplay environment.
  • Maintained fast, smooth game pace by efficiently handling dice, chips, money, and cards.
  • Provided welcoming atmosphere for players, addressing questions about rules and providing helpful advice on gameplay strategies.
  • Skillfully managed float, accurately balancing chips and cash at end of each shift.

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RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT

Barnet Recruitment
01.1993 - 01.1995
  • Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
  • Conducted recruiting events to grow passive talent pipeline to prepare for future hiring needs.
  • Contributed to business development efforts by identifying potential new clients within target industries or markets.
  • Built strong relationships with clients and candidates through regular communication and understanding their needs.
  • Achieved high retention rates by placing candidates in roles that aligned with their skills, interests, and long-term career goals.
  • Streamlined interview process for efficiency, resulting in faster hiring decisions.
  • Conducted comprehensive candidate screenings to assess skills, experience, and fit for specific roles.

Casino Dealer

Casino Royal
01.1991 - 01.1992
  • Maintained fast, smooth game pace by efficiently handling dice, chips, money, and cards.
  • Inspected cards and gaming equipment to verify proper functioning and good working order.
  • Handled large sums of money responsibly, ensuring accurate payouts to customers.

Management Information Analyst

ABSA Bank
01.1988 - 01.1991
  • Enhanced data accuracy by streamlining information collection and analysis processes.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and consistency throughout company''s systems.

Reconciliation Administrator

Old Mutual Insurance
01.1987 - 01.1988
  • Screened and transferred incoming calls, took down messages, and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
  • Troubleshot employee concerns and recommended corrective actions to resolve issues.
  • Managed company schedule to coordinate calendar and arrange travel.
  • Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Management and Accounting

Old Mutual/ ABSA Bank
Intec - Cape Town

Matriculation -

Simon's Town High School
Cape Town
01.1987

Skills

  • Network Marketing: E-commerce on social media
  • Sales: Established sales professional with innate ability to build rapport with prospective clients Always seeks to comprehend latest developments in any given industry, allowing sales interactions to revolve around excellent product and market knowledge
  • Recruitment Industry: Experienced Recruitment Consultant with subsequent expertise to oversee lifecycle of vacancies Skilled in working with clients to identify current and future resource requirements and negotiating terms favorably
  • Account Management: Holds solid appreciation and skills in effective account management Understands need to promote repeat and referral business whilst maintaining regular contact with decision makers
  • Customer / Client Service: Reputed for delivering exceptional customer service skills Able to overcome any complaints with service with tact, diplomacy, and professionalism
  • Lead Management: Reputed as self-starter with ability install processes within sales function that support effective lead management Frequently influences peers to improve performance due to consistent demonstration on how to manage ‘cold’ and ‘warm’ leads
  • IT Skills: Proficient in use of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel, SQL/QMF, Easytrieve, Lotus 123 and DB2 Displays excellent computer literacy whilst learning new systems
  • Negotiation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Excellent Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Self Motivation
  • Relationship Building

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Business Development Consultant

Student Support Centre
02.2002 - 10.2011

CASINO DEALER / INSPECTOR

Colony Casino
01.1995 - 01.1998

RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT

Barnet Recruitment
01.1993 - 01.1995

Casino Dealer

Casino Royal
01.1991 - 01.1992

Management Information Analyst

ABSA Bank
01.1988 - 01.1991

Reconciliation Administrator

Old Mutual Insurance
01.1987 - 01.1988

Bachelor of Science - Management and Accounting

Old Mutual/ ABSA Bank

Matriculation -

Simon's Town High School

References

Available on request

Hobbies and Interests

Tennis / Cycling / Walking / Horse riding / Gym

References

Available on request

Hobbies and Interests

Tennis / Cycling / Walking / Horse riding / Gym
Geraldine Curwen