
Managing Director of Assist Employment Ltd
Southampton, United Kingdom

Managing Director of Assist Employment Ltd
Southampton, United Kingdom
Assist Employment - a cost effective and time efficient online recruitment solution, specialising in temporary and contractual administration and support roles throughout the uk.
Business operations, administration, logistics, temporary and contract recruitment, e-commerce, non-profit.
(Staffing and Recruiting industry)
August 2007 — Present (2 years)
Independently founded Assist Employment, an e-recruitment company specializing in temporary administration and support roles across the UK (www.assistuk.net).
Strategically designed and implemented original concept in line with company mission, from product design through to sales and marketing planning, company structure and legalities, financial forecasting, research, networking, partnership formation, client and supplier liaison.
Working with business and financial advisors, web developers and managing administrative support personnel. Strong focus on internet marketing, e-commerce, partnership formation and management and client engagement.
(Professional Training & Coaching industry)
September 2008 — November 2008 (3 months)
Worked alongside Edward Beckmann, Interweave Now Ltd in the strategic business planning of the Loddon and Eversley Heritage Area Leader Project on behalf of Hampshire County Council.
Alongside local action groups we detailed the implementation of £1.5million of RDPE funding into rural development in line with original aims and objectives of the bid.
(Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Real Estate industry)
February 2007 — August 2008 (1 year 7 months)
Started in a marketing coordinator role and managed all online marketing, local media advertising and sales literature and was promoted to Sales Negotiator in March 2008. Developed existing and new client relationships, maintaining efficient client management systems and continuing communication. Adopted a range of direct sales and negotiation techniques which were applicable from point of enquiry through post-sale management. Worked with a team of negotiators to achieve company goals in line with the Winkworth corporate image.
(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Information Technology and Services industry)
June 2006 — January 2007 (8 months)
Assisted in the business planning and strategy, including the compilation of reports for board members and governing agencies. Worked with a team in compiling and refining bids for EU, EST and LDA grants. In line with the companies revised strategy and mission aided the design and production of company marketing materials, including the restructuring of the company website with the technical team. Developed a fully integral human resources system using Tensor Personnel. Including the implementation, management and reporting of human resource procedures including; appraisals, training and development, disciplinary and recruitment. Researched and compiled an intranet proposal to aid inter-departmental communication, including the introduction of a weekly e-zine for internal reference. Initiated and worked with the social enterprise team in developing an e-commerce solution. Attended networking events and seminars in an ambassadorial capacity.
(Non-Profit Organization Management industry)
April 2005 — January 2006 (10 months)
The role included, Diary Management, Office Management, Human Resources, Marketing, PR, Administration, Fundraising, Client – Supplier Liaison, Accounting (MYOB software). Development of youth support project proposal alongside the CEO.
(Non-Profit; 1-10 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)
2004 — 2004 (less than a year)
Acted as a teacher of maths and english at DPCA (view www.dpcacademy.com) for mixed classes from 5 year olds to 18 year olds in Sikkim, India on a voluntary programme.
(Marketing and Advertising industry)
October 2001 — May 2003 (1 year 8 months)
Managed signage projects from enquiry to installation, including the ongoing management of a £1 million account for a commercial property company. Working within tight deadlines, managed the
design, production and installation teams necessary. Regular internal and external communication to ensure project aims were being met at all stages, including international and supplier liaison. Assisted the financial and human resource department in all aspects of operation, managed the office and the relevant operational systems in place. Supported the Marketing Director in the collation of PR, advertising materials and company brand.
English, Psychology, Biology 1999 — 2001
Various 1994 — 1999
E-Commerce Polo Property