Ashley Durance
@ashleydurance
Customer Support Specialist focused on high-accuracy live chat and omnichannel client operations.
What I'm looking for
I’m a highly organized, tech-savvy customer operations professional with over 10 years of experience across customer operations, e-commerce management, and digital communications. I’m known for managing high-volume client inquiries, navigating CRM tools, and delivering exceptional written support in fast-paced remote environments.
In my current freelance role (Remote Customer Operations & Admin Assistant), I manage digital communications and community engagement across multiple platforms, serving as the primary administrative liaison between agencies and clients. I use Google Workspace and data entry tools to track engagement metrics, streamline client correspondence, and consistently meet deadlines in a 100% remote workflow.
Previously, I founded and ran Buy Wise Online as Managing Director (Self-Employed), leading end-to-end e-commerce operations across Shopify and eBay. I handled digital customer service, order tracking, and high-volume buyer disputes, returns, and delivery inquiries—while also leading a small remote team and establishing response-time protocols.
My background also includes service-focused roles like Royal Mail Postal Worker and Service & Parts Advisor, where I delivered time-sensitive outcomes under strict deadlines and handled public inquiries with service excellence. I bring a steady, problem-solving mindset to written communication, escalation correspondence, and KPI-focused performance, always aiming for clear resolutions and strong customer outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Remote Customer Operations & Admin
Freelance
Jul 2024 - Present (2 years)
Managed text-based customer inquiries and community engagement across multiple social platforms while working fully remotely. Coordinated with agencies and clients, tracked engagement metrics using Google Workspace, and consistently met deadlines with high accuracy.
Delivered time-sensitive mail and parcels under strict daily deadlines with no field oversight. Used handheld PDA technology for routing, data logging, and delivery verification, and handled public inquiries and dispute resolution.
Managing Director
Buy Wise Online
Apr 2020 - Jul 2021 (1 year 3 months)
Founded and managed an e-commerce operation across Shopify and eBay, handling end-to-end customer service and order tracking. Led a small remote team, managed response-time protocols, and resolved buyer disputes, returns, and delivery inquiries.
Service & Parts Advisor
Tears of Sutton Bridge
Dec 2018 - Jun 2020 (1 year 6 months)
Coordinated service bookings, managed client accounts, and handled high-volume inbound phone and email inquiries. Translated complex technical issues into clear customer-friendly explanations while bridging technical teams and end consumers.
Assistant Manager
Twowheeljunkie
May 2009 - Mar 2017 (7 years 10 months)
Supervised daily operations, trained floor staff, and resolved escalated customer service complaints to ensure positive outcomes. Managed stock systems and supplier relations, supporting operational multitasking and customer issue resolution.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
GCSEs (School not specified)
GCSE, GCSE Subjects
Completed GCSEs in Math, English, Science, Geography, DT Electronics, and German.
NVQ Level 1 (Provider not specified)
NVQ Level 1, Performing Engineering Operations
Completed NVQ Level 1 in Performing Engineering Operations.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Job categories
Skills
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