About the Candidate
I am a seasoned Executive Assistant and Business Manager with over 13 years of experience in administration. I have demonstrated my ability to lead with confidence, be a support pillar and provide exceptional administration and project support. I have been recognized for my high standards, professional approach, commitment to quality, and ability to support in meeting employer goals and objectives. Thriving in fast-paced, competitive, and challenging environments I have provided administrative support to various Directors and teams as well as supporting operational aspects including managing departmental budgets, procurement, HR, health and safety, business continuity and data management. I have project managed several high profile external and internal events and implemented programmes and schemes. I have successfully demonstrated strong organisational and communication skills, confidentiality, and a good work ethic.
Area of Expertise
Administrative Support, Event Management, Budget Management, Process Improvement, Planning/Scheduling
Experience & Availability
International Experience:
Yes
Availability:
10, 20 or 40 hours a week
Years Experience:
27
Current and Previous Roles:
Relevant Experience
Job Title: Executive Assistant and Business Manager
Duration: 27
Key Responsibilities: Managed diaries and set up meetings for executive directors.
Responsible for extensive travel bookings.
Responsible for taking action notes and minutes.
Planning, forecasting, managing, and analysing departmental budgets and providing quarterly financial reporting.
Compiled presentations for senior management review
Managed contracts and suppliers.
Assisted in business continuity planning and updating of business strategies.
Identified areas of improvement in departmental processes and procedures and infrastructures and implemented necessary changes.
Planning, prioritising and delivering tasks and projects to tight deadlines.
Managed departmental HR – annual leave and absence reporting, recruitment, interviewing, on-boarding, and assisting in highly confidential HR matters.
Project managed THE World Academic Summit 2017 and organised high-profile events
Managed and implemented a mentoring scheme for communication and marketing professionals.
