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I am a highly creative, motivated, and organized professional who always gives 110% to every project. I am polite, professional, attentive, and I take initiative, with strong computer literacy and qualifications as a touch and audio typist; I also have over ten years of office experience. I enjoy writing—funeral tributes, weddings, and a published book—and I bring a rich background in volunteering, leadership, and teaching. I lived in Greece for ten years, learned the language, and led the expat community's Parent Teacher Association as President, organising social events and fundraisers. My career spans independent civil celebrancy, yoga instruction, and artistic work, all guided by compassion, creativity and clear communication.…I am a highly creative, motivated, and organized professional who always gives 110% to every project. I am polite, professional, attentive, and I take initiative, with strong computer literacy and qualifications as a touch and audio typist; I also have over ten years of office experience. I enjoy writing—funeral tributes, weddings, and a published book—and I bring a rich background in volunteering, leadership, and teaching. I lived in Greece for ten years, learned the language, and led the expat community's Parent Teacher Association as President, organising social events and fundraisers. My career spans independent civil celebrancy, yoga instruction, and artistic work, all guided by compassion, creativity and clear communication.

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I am a highly creative, motivated, and organized professional who always gives 110% to every project. I am polite, professional, attentive, and I take initiative, with strong computer literacy and qualifications as a touch and audio typist; I also have over ten years of office experience. I enjoy writing—funeral tributes, weddings, and a published book—and I bring a rich background in volunteering, leadership, and teaching. I lived in Greece for ten years, learned the language, and led the expat community's Parent Teacher Association as President, organising social events and fundraisers. My career spans independent civil celebrancy, yoga instruction, and artistic work, all guided by compassion, creativity and clear communication.…I am a highly creative, motivated, and organized professional who always gives 110% to every project. I am polite, professional, attentive, and I take initiative, with strong computer literacy and qualifications as a touch and audio typist; I also have over ten years of office experience. I enjoy writing—funeral tributes, weddings, and a published book—and I bring a rich background in volunteering, leadership, and teaching. I lived in Greece for ten years, learned the language, and led the expat community's Parent Teacher Association as President, organising social events and fundraisers. My career spans independent civil celebrancy, yoga instruction, and artistic work, all guided by compassion, creativity and clear communication.

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I am a highly creative, motivated, and organized professional who always gives 110% to every project. I am polite, professional, attentive, and I take initiative, with strong computer literacy and qualifications as a touch and audio typist; I also have over ten years of office experience.

I enjoy writing—funeral tributes, weddings, and a published book—and I bring a rich background in volunteering, leadership, and teaching. I lived in Greece for ten years, learned the language, and led the expat community’s Parent Teacher Association as President, organising social events and fundraisers. My career spans independent civil celebrancy, yoga instruction, and artistic work, all guided by compassion, creativity and clear communication.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Greek, Modern

Advanced

Work Experience

Quality Control at Cotswold Retreats

June 1, 2021 - Present

Responsible for inspecting holiday lets after guest departures for damage, ensuring cleanliness and supplies are restocked, and handling all laundry for our own holiday lets.

Independent Funeral Celebrant at Independent Civil Celebrant

January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2021

Visited grieving families, wrote personalised funeral services, interviewed families for tributes, and coordinated timings and logistics to ensure smooth ceremonies with empathy and professionalism.

Yoga Teacher at Yoga Teacher (Surrey)

January 1, 2017 - Present

Fully-qualified yoga teacher; opened classes and led two retreats in Lesbos, Greece; delivered workplace and care-home sessions to support wellbeing and confidence.

Front of House / Waitress at The Courtyard Cafe

March 1, 2019 - November 1, 2019

Front of House and waitress; contributed to marketing and creative advertising on the website; gained barista skills; multi-tasking and customer service.

Teacher of Art & Meditation at Self-employed

January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2015

Self-taught meditative artist; ran private classes and workshops for The Royal Surrey Hospital; organized exhibitions and donated art to charity.

PA to the Chairman at Traverse Healey & Regester

January 1, 1980 - January 1, 1990

Personal Assistant to Chairman; office-based PR duties; reception and administration; managed schedules and correspondence during 1980-1990.

Receptionist at Robert Jenkins Advertising Agency

January 1, 1980 - January 1, 1990

Receptionist/Temporary staff across London; worked in various departments; repeatedly selected as a top temporary; article about performance published in agency magazine.

Front of House / Hospitality at Family Restaurant, Marbella

January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1988

Greeted customers, assisted in kitchen, managed two waiters; gained Spanish language exposure and broad hospitality experience.