Amber Webber CV 2016

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

AMBER WEBBER 050 5383611

I’m a British expatriate who’s lived in the Middle East for over 18 years! My interests include staying fit and healthy with a goal to compete in the next IBBF competition. I’m self- motivated with high levels of integrity, work ethic and commitment. During my career, I’ve gained a variety of transferable skill sets to put to use within any job role. I’m a detail-oriented professional with over 8 years of managerial experience with multi-national teams.

Kids Cottage Nursery | 2011-2016 |Nursery Director • Developed, manage and monitor the performance of an International team in

order to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction and revenue.

• Maintained brand image, operational compliance and leadership direction towards goals and objectives.

• Effectively managed budgets through planning and preparation.

• Keep abreast of competitive market trends as well as prepare and analyze data reports to identify opportunities and threats. Above all, lead by example.

• Lead and managed the overall day-to-day academic and operational functions of the Nursery including: delivering the vision of Kids First group - maximizing the number of children on roll in the various programs; recruitment, retention and development of staff; overseeing day-to-day financial systems with the head office support teams.

• Ensured high standards of care and early education are effectively delivered to children across all age groups from 12 months to 4+ years.

• Implemented the Reggio Emilia approach into the curriculum

Willow Children’s Nursery | 2010-2011| Administrative Manager • Responsible for touring prospective parents around the nursery setting. Developed

policies in accordance with company requirements.

• Partly responsible for business aspects, such as program costs and budgeting. Maintained social media platforms and ensured consistent content was uploaded.

Coldwell Banker| 2008 – 2009 | Residential Realtor • Interacted with high profile European clients • Covered the Cote d Azure; Cannes, Nice, Saint Tropez, Saint Maxim, Cap d’ Ail • Marketed and managed properties ranging from EU850, 000 – EU30, 000,00 • Responsible for rental agreements for apartments, holiday homes and villas. • Supported families with relocations. • Acted as an intermediary in negotiations between buyers and sellers • Advised clients on market conditions, legal requirements and related matters

applicable to French legislation.

Rodeo Drive – Burj Al Arab Hotel | 2002 – 2004| Manager • Managed a team of five employees, handling haute couture merchandise

(Lanvin, Givenchy, Dior, Zegna, Nina Ricci, Ungaro, Testoni)

• Liaised with high profile clients and meeting and greeting celebrities.

• Reached and exceeded daily sales targets, Managing stock through transfers and orders, Stock inventory, Sale and promotional organization and control, PNL reports, EOS POS open and closure

Signature| 2005 – 2007 | Serviced & Virtual Office Manager • Managed 16 serviced offices within the prestigious Fairmont hotel for one of

Dubai’s leading providers of outsourced workplaces for International companies. • Provided clients with flexible and cost-effective workplace options, to establish

an immediate presence at one of Dubai’s most luxurious locations in business hubs.

• Arranged client’s contracts and office services. • Managed 2 permanent secretaries and two part time sectaries. Met with

potential clients that were interested in reserving and renting office space. • Successfully maintained high standards and signed up 6 new clients, as well as

more than 100+ virtual offices in the first quarter of employment. • Managed a busy reception area; ensuring a professional front office according

to Company Policy. • Conducted weekly meetings with centre team members to ensure smooth

contract start up.

EDUCATION

• T.A.S.I.S High school The Swiss/ American High School • Oxford Drama College – Woodstock, Oxford, UK • CACHE Level 3 • Cache Level 5 Management and Leadership • Pediatric First Aid • CPD Courses • Reggio Emilia, Italy study course

REFERENCES

• Jan Webber, Owner Willow Children’s Nursery • Kamil Najjar, CEO Kids First Group • Coldwell Banker, written reference