Amber Webber has over 18 years of experience in the Middle East, including 8 years of managerial experience leading multi-national teams. She has worked as the Nursery Director for Kids Cottage Nursery from 2011-2016, where she developed and managed an international team to achieve high customer satisfaction and revenue. Prior to that, she was the Administrative Manager at Willow Children's Nursery from 2010-2011 and held various other roles such as a Residential Realtor and Manager. She is self-motivated with strong work ethic and integrity.
1. 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
2. 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.
3. 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