Julie Barton
1587 Zion Line, Millbrook,-Objective
To pursue a new and challenging career, that will allow me to utilize my skills and education.
Education
Paralegal | February 2017 | Trios college
Law and security administration | June 2007 | Durham college
Skills & Abilities
Sales
I have over 15 years of Customer Service and Sales experience, I have worked in financial sales, call centers, and retail outlets. I possess excellent communication skills, and have the ability to understand client needs, and how to fulfill them. I have been trained in Conflict Management, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Mediation, which can all be applied to Customer Service positions, to ensure a positive outcome.
Communication
I have worked with the public for almost 20 years. I have worked in high risk environments, where information is crucial to the business transaction, my interviewing skills have been utilized and expanded over these years. I enjoy working with the public, as I am an outgoing and very approachable person.
Leadership
I have not only enjoyed working with the public for many years, I have also enjoyed coaching it. I am currently coaching a women’s softball team, and have spent many years coaching children’s sports teams, as well as adults. I have spent the majority of my life playing sports, learning how to be a leader, and a team player.
I have taken leadership roles in all aspects of my life, knowing when to give direction, and when to take direction, and how to motivate those around you is a skill I am very proud of. I have worked as a team lead, which helped me understand what a true leader is, it also taught me that environment is as important as the work being done.
Experience
Researcher | home work | 2017- present
I do legal research for companies and individuals, as well as legal writing, proof-reading, and editing documents. I also do legal transcriptions.
Legal Assistant | Kakar Legal and immigration services | 2017
I was the office receptionist, and legal assistant. My job description included; answering all calls, voicemails, and emails, scheduling appointments, client intake, and business to business marketing. I also prepared legal documents, did legal research, filed claims in the courts, and general work within the justice system.
Membership sales team| abilities center | -
I worked at the front desk, answering phone calls, and emails, greeting all members and guests. I worked quickly and efficiently to ensure member and office staff satisfaction. I balanced daily cash transactions, as well as credit card and cheque payments, organized floats for tills, and handled membership sales. As a key holder I was responsible for the proper opening and/or closing of the facility, and the safety of all members, guests and staff.
Client service specialist| cash money cheque cashing| -
I worked in a fast paced financial environment, performing loan applications and risk analysis on clients. As a key holder I was responsible for opening and closing the branch, adhering to all security procedures, to ensure client and staff safety. I negotiated loans, up sold products, and worked within government guidelines. I was responsible for balancing all the cash on hand at the end of each shift, as well as balancing all credit and debit transactions. I was also responsible for auditing paperwork, troubleshooting cash overages or shortages, bank deposits and preparing monthly summary reports. I worked with management to interview potential hires, and train those brought onto the team.