Laura Dale
Laura Dale

Administrative Manager

Open to offers · Member since 22 Oct 2026
Location
Preston, United Kingdom
Desired salary
Unspecified
Work preference
Remote Only
Experience level
Senior

About

Professional summary

I am a results-driven and highly organised administrative management professional with extensive experience in business administration, office operations, facilities coordination, and staff support.

I specialise in streamlining workflows, improving internal communication, managing suppliers and contracts, coordinating meetings, and maintaining accurate administrative systems. I take a proactive approach to resolving operational issues and ensuring efficient day-to-day business processes.

In my current role as an Administration Manager, I oversee office operations, procurement, attendance administration, business continuity planning, and corporate meeting coordination. I have successfully introduced electronic processes, training tracking, and more cost-effective supplier arrangements.

I am proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management, with strong organisational, time-management, interpersonal, and stakeholder communication skills. I am comfortable working across teams and supporting both operational and strategic business requirements.

My previous experience includes administrative support, reception, debt collection, commercial assistance, healthcare support, and volunteer work with individuals with special needs. I am seeking a challenging business administration or office management role where I can contribute to organisational efficiency and success.

Skills

23 capabilities

Tech stack & tools

Working toolkit

Communications

Experience

Career history

Administration Manager Savant Ltd.

Promoted from Administrative Assistant to Administration Manager, taking full responsibility for office operations, facilities coordination, staff support, supplier relationships, contracts, procurement, and office administration.

Plans and facilitates monthly management and board meetings, prepares reports and minutes, and organised the company AGM. Manages attendance and sick leave records, supports HR policy compliance, maintains the Business Continuity Plan, and raises purchase orders. Implemented a training matrix, reduced procurement costs through supplier negotiation, improved internal communication, transitioned paper forms to electronic systems, and streamlined administrative processes to improve productivity and record accuracy.

Health and Wellbeing Team Member Unique Homecare Services

Provided personalised care and daily living assistance to dementia patients, supporting their comfort, wellbeing, independence, and dignity.

Provided administrative support in the office and introduced an internal Slack communication channel to improve coordination between office staff and care workers.

Debt Collector, Receptionist & Commercial Assistant Alarmar Ltda

Performed administrative duties across debt collection, reception, and commercial sales support functions to improve operational effectiveness.

Delivered professional client service in person and by telephone, maintained accurate customer records, and supported communication and service delivery processes.

Volunteer Pennine Camphill Community

Worked with individuals with special needs in an international volunteer environment, supporting inclusivity, teamwork, and effective interpersonal communication.

Assisted with educational and recreational activities while helping participants engage in daily community life.

Education

Learning history

Comfandi Miraflores College

High School Diploma

Ranked in the top 25% of more than one thousand students in Language, Science, and Mathematics.

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