Business Administration
Office support, record keeping, day-to-day organisation, business paperwork and structured admin workflows.
// Personal Profile
David Smith
Business Operations · Administration · IT-Focused Problem Solver
Reliable, practical and technology-minded professional with experience across military administration, business ownership, finance support, personnel records, IT systems and customer-facing operations.
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// Professional Profile
Structured experience, practical thinking and a renewed technical focus.
I have a background that combines disciplined military administration with hands-on business ownership. My experience includes supporting over 300 personnel in the British Army, assisting with payroll and finance management, working with computer-based administration systems, and later owning and operating a busy takeaway business in Ilfracombe.
I am currently focused on refreshing and expanding my technical skills, with a strong interest in information technology, digital systems, automation and practical software tools.
// Core Strengths
Built around reliability, organisation and practical problem-solving.
Finance Support
Payroll support, basic accounting, wages, cash flow awareness, budgeting and departmental fund distribution.
IT Systems
Computer-based administration, digital records, network-related operations and a continued interest in modern tools.
Operations
Staff coordination, stock control, ordering, supplier communication, customer service and delivery planning.
Administration
IT Systems
Payroll
Personnel Records
Budgeting
Stock Control
Planning
Customer Service
Problem Solving
Independent Working
Team Support
Full UK Driving Licence
// Experience Timeline
Military administration and real-world business ownership.
Jan 2011 — Jan 2017
Business Owner
Munchies Takeaway · Ilfracombe, UK
Owned and managed a busy takeaway business, overseeing daily operations, staff, stock, finances, customer service and delivery coordination.
- Managed the day-to-day running of a customer-facing food business.
- Handled accounting, wages, cash flow and business records.
- Managed stock taking, ordering, supplier communication and inventory control.
- Maintained customer service standards in a fast-paced working environment.
- Organised delivery operations and carried out driving duties when required.
Aug 2001 — Apr 2005
Military Clerk
British Army · Tri Service
Supported administration, payroll, finance, personnel records, computing and planning functions within a structured military environment.
- Provided administrative support for over 300 personnel.
- Supported payroll, finance management, budgeting and departmental fund distribution.
- Acted as PA support to senior commanders within HQ command environments.
- Assisted officers with operations and training planning.
- Worked with computer-based administration systems and network-related tasks.
- Handled sensitive personnel information with accuracy and confidentiality.
// Technical Focus
XG Downloader and practical software interests.
Alongside my employment background, I am developing modern technical skills through practical digital projects. XG Downloader reflects my interest in useful software, clean workflows, interface design, media tooling and real-world problem-solving.
// Education & Training
Formal training in administration, ICT, communication and problem-solving.
Military Clerk Qualification
School of Staff & Personnel Support, MOD Worthy Down
14-week British Army military clerk training programme covering staff administration, personnel support, finance-related administration, office procedures and IT-based systems.Key Skills Level 3 — ICT
TQ Education & Training, Cambridge
Finding, developing and presenting information using text, images, numbers and IT systems.Key Skills Level 2 — Application of Number
TQ Education & Training, Cambridge
Interpreting numerical information, carrying out calculations, reviewing results and presenting findings.Key Skills Level 2 — Communication
TQ Education & Training, Cambridge
Speaking, listening, reading, writing and workplace communication skills.Key Skills Level 2 — Working with Others
TQ Education & Training, Cambridge
Cooperative working, shared objectives, interpersonal skills and team-based tasks.Key Skills Level 2 — Problem Solving
TQ Education & Training, Cambridge
Systematic problem solving, analysis, planning, practical solutions and resource allocation.Key Skills Level 2 — Improving Own Learning and Performance
TQ Education & Training, Cambridge
Target setting, planning, reviewing progress, accepting feedback and improving personal performance.South Molton Community College
North Devon
Various standard GCSEs.// Contact
Interested in discussing a suitable role?
I am based in Ilfracombe, North Devon, and open to suitable opportunities where reliability, administration, business experience and technical interest are useful.