Garry Lee

- 11 Braidley Crescent, East Kilbride, G75 8FA, Phone: 07723757566, E-Mail: garryleesycamoredrive@gmail.com

Personal Profile
Highly organized and computer literate researcher, with a background in academic political study and awardwinning student journalism. Recently undertook a constituency office placement supporting the MSP for Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse. Passionate about solving problems both big and small.

Key Skills

Writing/Research Offered fee waiver to study MSc European Public Policy and PSAS Award to study MLitt Journalism on the basis of writing/research skills. Blogging account on The Huffington Post, part of the awardwinning Strathclyde Telegraph, investigative journalism experience. Computing - Excellent computing skills (70+ wpm typing speed, research capabilities, Microsoft Office proficient, website creation and maintenance, leaflet and flyer design, photo editing, computer troubleshooting). People Skills Highly developed interpersonal skills with training in dealing with aggression. Compassionate, patient and professional approach to dealing with the public. Organised Experience in diary management, organising events and booking rooms for clients. Works well under pressure and keeps to tight deadlines. Often tasked with organisational tasks in previous roles.

Education
MSc in European Public Policy - University of Strathclyde BA (Hons) Social Sciences Glasgow Caledonian University Continuous Professional Development NHS Lanarkshire (LearnPro)

2010-2011 2006-2010

Passes achieved in CPD Problem Solving and Decision Making, CPD Time Management, CPD Questioning and Listening, CPD Presentation Skills, CPD Managing Effective Meetings and CPD Business Report Writing. Additional NHS online training received in Fire Safety, Safe Information Handling, Learning Disability Awareness and Communication, and Dealing With Violence and Aggression.

Work History and Experience

Medical Lab Assistant at Hairmyres Hospital (NHS BankAide)

2012-2013

This role required pinpoint accuracy in a high-pressure environment with advanced administrative skills, an encyclopedic knowledge of tests and related information, the ability to prioritise many competing urgent tasks, a strong work ethic and the achievement of team-focused goals. 2012

Constituency Assistant for Christina McKelvie MSP (Work Experience)

Shadowing members of staff in order to develop an understanding of the day-to-day requirements of the role. Duties include drafting Parliamentary Motions and Questions, doing constituency-based research, developing local campaigns, attending surgeries, administrative support, etc. 2011-2012

Freelance Writing (Unpaid Work)

Developed writing abilities producing articles for The Huffington Post, The Guardian, STV, Chortle and a range of other websites and independent publications.

References
Available on request.