What I do
My role involves a wide variety of operational, human resources and IT responsibilities for the Christchurch office.
What I like about my work
I love to wear many hats and this role certainly uses all of them. No two days are the same and I really enjoy the variety of challenges that my role presents.
What I've done in the past
After completing my degree I joined the brain-drain and left for Sydney where I spent almost 5 years working in the recruitment industry in both office support and IT specialisations.
On returning to Christchurch, I split the next few years between working for a local recruitment agency as a consultant and staff trainer, and having my two lovely children.
After working in partnership with Anderson Lloyd to supply support staff for several years, I decided to make the move and join the team in August 2008 as office manager. The opportunity to work alongside a team of high achieving professionals in a modern and forward thinking environment was an opportunity too good to pass up!
My approach to working with people
I like to treat people as individuals and enjoy working alongside others to help solve problems.
What I enjoy at work
I really enjoy the energy, enthusiasm and high standards of the people I work with. The firms focus on flexible work practices and commitment to making sure that staff are happy, healthy and enthusiastic really sets this workplace apart.
What I enjoy outside of work
I am an avid sportsperson and at my happiest when I can get outside and just enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. I try to cycle to work most days, go swimming with the kids, camping and boating in summer and have good intentions to run when the sun is out!
Competitively, I have focussed on netball umpiring at a national level but with a young family in tow I am content to officiate in the rain at Hagley Park for now.
What I enjoy about living in the South Island
I love the quieter pace of life, the fact our family are here and the chance to bring our children up in a place with so many awesome natural resources at their fingertips to enjoy.
