Billy Curtis Email & Phone Number

Peterborough, Gb

Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

Reviewed applications to shortlist candidates for interview and extracted data to populate the admissions records. Arranged and took part in interviews, taking minutes and assisting in decision making. Sent regular communications to applicants, making sure essential information was circulated at key points in the admissions cycle. Contacted references and reviewed supporting application documentation, highlighting inconsistencies to the faculty. Assisted with the event management of the September residential week for new students, including running exercises and activities.

Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

Co-ordinated the administration of the Human Tissue Act (HTA) project. Prepared project outlines and plans, maintained and updated project records, created and distributed standard operating procedures for lab work involving human tissue, liaised with stakeholders to ensure HTA Compliance standards were met. Prepared the Institute for an external HTA Audit by working closely with each lab and undertaking an internal audit. Assisted in training of research staff in HTA law and compliance, and how to complete HTA standard operating procedures and risk assessments. Assisted in organising the Cambridge Lymphoma Biology International Symposium 2022, the biggest research focused lymphoma conference in Europe with 130 researchers, clinicians, staff and students attending from 28 countries. Arranged sponsorship from several biomedical companies, managed many aspects of the event budget, and arranged bespoke travel itineraries for key speakers and VIPs. Provided clear and accurate advice to individuals and managers of both the Institute and Haematology on HR policy and employment relations issues. Supported the Business and Operations Manager with HR case work, coordinating the work as required and liaising with other HR Teams.

Oxford, England, United Kingdom

Responsible for undergraduate, graduate and visiting student admissions processes as well as the organisation of many aspects of student recruitment, such as leading the virtual student Q&A sessions. Processed applications for approximately 800 undergraduates and 400 graduate students. Produced, scheduled and provided technical support for over 1000 online interviews across all faculties. Secretary of the College’s Admissions Committee and member of the Equality and Diversity Committee, Outreach Sub-Committee, and IT Sub-Committee. Assisted in the implementation of a coherent student recruitment programme for the College through contributing to Senior Tutor meetings and discussions by providing admissions data and analysis on logistical elements of the process. Served as the main point of contact for all admissions and general college enquiries from the public, applicants and schools. Also responded to and managed special circumstances and appeal requests. Drafted formal responses to members of the press and school headteachers regarding Admissions statistics and processes. Successfully drafted one the College’s official responses to a national headline on access and participation at New College. Contributed to the colleges outreach initiatives and open day events through working closely with the Head of Outreach, and Communications Officer. Arranged and supervised several virtual open days with subject tutors and prospective students.

Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

Responsible for the organisation and oversight of two undergraduate natural science courses. Ensured a smooth delivery of the courses, whilst assisting both students and academic staff with daily activities. The Department’s Exam Supervisor, accountable for the delivery of undergraduate examinations for approximately 200 students. Project managed the in-house exams for 50 students and lead a team that successfully prepared and administered each exam. Commended by Senior examiners and the Head of Department. Produced course handbooks and promotional material, and ran the advertising campaign to prospective students which led to a notable rise in student interest from previous years. Secretary for three course management committees and member of the Equality and Wellbeing committee. Arranged, structured and produced materials for regular senior management level meetings, whilst also taking part in discussions and the decision-making process. Completed an overhaul and restructure of both course online learning environments which students found more streamlined and intuitive. Collated and analysed student feedback, and presented the data with insights at senior management meetings. Proposed new methods and incentives to increase student participation which will be adopted in the 2020-21 academic year.

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Simplified and delivered technical support to international exam centres during the busy exam season, resolving many time sensitive issues occurring during examinations. Learned to use multiple complex data systems in a short space of time, and trained new staff in their use.

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Gained professional office experience in administrative based assignments with the University after finishing further full-time study at the end of 2017.

Promoted to Head of Helpdesk in recognition of leadership skills and affability when dealing with customers via email and telephone. Identified and reported high-risk prospective contractors to the Security team. Escalated a case which prevented a security breach on site and was personally thanked by the Head of Fraud and Security. Successfully processed high volumes of data, whilst maintaining close attention to detail, and produced status reports for senior managers. Increased the section’s output and helped to reduce a large backlog of queries and applications. Assisted with the training and on-boarding of new staff.

Trained to a high standard in customer service and part of a team responsible for setting up and running the shop floor in a fast-paced environment.

Bachelor’S Degree, History

Activities and Societies: Paintball Society President (2013-14), Sheffield University Cricket Club.Notable Modules – The Irish Revolution.

Graduate Diploma In Law

Studied for a Graduate Diploma in Law. Completed modules: English Legal System, European Union Law and Employment Law independent research.