Sohaila Karim
Toronto, Ontario M2J 4X7
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OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position in a progressive environment where my
skills and abilities will allow me to grow as a member of an effective
team.
HIGHLIGHTS
. 8 years of customer service experience
. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in working with
diverse groups
. Willing and eager to learn, able to learn new information - systems
quickly
. Adaptable and co-operative
. Able to work without supervision as well as supervise and train others
. Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Internet and Word Perfect
WORK EXPERIENCE
Legal Assistant 2004-2013
Jane Harvey Associates
. Perform Administrative duties, (maintaining files in alphabetical
order, Supply Sheets for ordering, answer a multi-line phone, arrange
for courier, mail in/out), greeting clients, producing documentation
(i.e. Statutory Declarations), and scheduling appointments
. Train Co-op students and volunteers regarding daily responsibilities
. Draft Wills / Power of Attorneys (Personal Care and Property) /
Letters/ Separation Agreements/ Real Estate / Divorce / Litigation
(General Law) Affidavits, Agreements, Demand letters, Litigation,
Business (Incorporation of Numbered or Name Companies)
. Knowledge of Divorce Mate / Support Mate Software
. Process daily cash, debt, and credit card transaction, balance cash
receipts and deposits
. Responsible for opening and closing of office
Sales Advisor 2002-2004
Ark e Tail
. Provided quality customer service in a polite and professional manner
. Ability to handle irate individuals in a patient and compassionate
manner
. Strive to maintain customer satisfaction and answer customer questions
and concerns
. Professionally answered incoming calls and directed to appropriate
personnel
. Direct customers to appropriate services, and individuals to
appropriate personnel
. Promoted Visa & Master Card promotions/ Insurance/ Primus Canada /
Telus Cell Phone Co.
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Senior Sales Associate
2002 Picture Picture
. Provided quality customer service in a polite and professional manner
. Ability to handle irate individuals in a patient and compassionate
manner
. Strive to maintain customer satisfaction and answer customer questions
and concerns
. Processed daily cash, debt, and credit card transaction
. Responsible for opening and closing, balanced all cash receipts and
deposits
Administrative Assistant
2001-2002
George Brown College Dental Office
. Performed administrative duties, (maintaining files, record systems,
answering a multi-line phone, greeting clients, filing and completing
reports)
. Knowledge of Abel dent & Practice Makes Perfect Software
. Enter Data into ledger and / or computerized systems
. Responsible for opening and closing; balanced all cash receipts and
deposits
Receptionist / Data Entry
2000 - 2001
Access The World
. Performed administrative duties, (maintaining files, record systems)
. Answered a multi-line phone
. Trained new employees regarding daily responsibilities
. Enter Data into ledger and / or computerized systems
Sales Advisor 2000-2002
Omega Direct
. Provided quality customer service in a polite and professional manner
. Ability to handle irate individuals in a patient and compassionate
manner
. Strive to maintain customer satisfaction and answer customer questions
and concerns
. Professionally answered incoming calls and directed to appropriate
personnel
. Knowledge of all products, merchandises services
. Promoted Visa & Master Card promotions/Credit card Insurance,
Political Campaigns, etc.
EDUCATION
Dental Office Administration
2002
George Brown College
Ontario Secondary School
2000
Georges Vanier S.S. (Ontario Secondary School Diploma)
Reference available upon request