Experience

NEOM

• Saudi Arabia
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Assistant/Operations Manager - UK & Saudi Technology & Digital Company, NEOM

  • Jun 2021 - Present



Virtual PA London

• London, England, United Kingdom

• Virtual Executive Assistant

  • Jul 2020 - Jun 2021



Self-employed

• Virtual Executive Personal Assistant

  • Apr 2020 - Jul 2020



THERME GROUP

• Austria
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Assistant

  • Jul 2019 - Apr 2020



Johnson Matthey

• United Kingdom
• Chemical Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Personal Assistant to Dr Matthew Harwood - Director of Strategy and Corporate Development

  • Nov 2013 - Jul 2019

  Orchestrated all facets of administrative support for high-level executive staff, including complex diary management, coordinating global travel, scheduling meetings and managing annual team leave rotations. Crafted and distributed key meeting materials, operational reports, presentations, and post-meeting notes. Managed inbox - answering emails on director's behalf when necessary. Managed MS Outlook calendar. Supported financial administration needs including monthly expense submission and invoice management. Maintained comprehensive process documentation to streamline operational efficiency and minimize errors. Selected Contributions: • Recognized by supervisors for adaptability and strong personal initiative; dedicated to anticipating and proactively resolving operational needs in a primarily self-directed environment. • Planned and executed key company events and conferences; sourced venues, established budgets, managed vendors, and coordinated travel itineraries. • Operated effectively in independent and team-driven settings, regularly collaborating with executive assistants and administrative teams; elevate overall performance, productivity, and quality standards. Show less



Penelope PA Services

• London, United Kingdom

• Virtual Assistant / Sales Executive

  • Oct 2010 - Nov 2013

  Leveraged business development expertise and advanced communication skills to deliver remote support to diverse client base across multiple platforms and industries. Sourced and managed high-profile clientele, building lasting professional relationships to ensure positive overall experiences. Leveraged business development expertise and advanced communication skills to deliver remote support to diverse client base across multiple platforms and industries. Sourced and managed high-profile clientele, building lasting professional relationships to ensure positive overall experiences.



Next Chapter

• London

• PERSONAL ASSISTANT / MANAGER - CORPORATE EVENTS AND WEDDING PLANNING

  • Jan 2008 - Oct 2010

  Operated as versatile assistant conducting general office management for emerging start-up; performed various administrative and operational tasks in direct support of business owner. Managed organizational finances with accuracy and efficiency; oversaw all bill payments, expense processing, budgeting, and acquired quotes. Fielded wide-ranging business enquiries, maintaining comprehensive awareness of company protocols and services to ensure client needs were met. • Significantly expanded company revenue and customer network with targeted cold-calling, fostering strong client relationships to harness new business opportunities and promote organizational growth. Show less



NewSmith Capital Partners - Hedge Fund

• London, United Kingdom

• PERSONAL ASSISTANT / EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT - Stephen Zimmerman – Founder and Managing Partner of Asset

  • Oct 2006 - Nov 2007

  Spearheaded all aspects of secretarial and administrative support for the Founder. Managed complex diary, including coordinating conference calls and board meetings. Arranged frequent international travel aligned with established meeting schedules and calendars. Organized credit card payments and private subscriptions with access to private bank accounts. Answered client calls and provided top-tier standards of service. Executed comprehensive minute taking to ensure accurate and complete documentation of company processes and goals. • Managed sensitive and confidential financial information with appropriate professionalism and discretion Show less



Hillgate Travel (London) PLC – Business Travel Management

• London, United Kingdom

• PERSONAL ASSISTANT / EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT to Jeremy Bull – Chairman, Chief Executive, and Founder

  • Jan 2003 - Sep 2006

  Coordinated all business and personal travel requirements; communicated arrangements including flight itineraries, hotel accommodations, and personal drivers. Maintained sole responsibility for booking private jets, helicopters, and yachts for VIP clients, securing all necessary insurance. Arranged Shoots – invitation letters, hotel accommodation and drivers for guests. Managed multiple households in London, Home Counties and USA – insurance, alarms, general maintenance, liaising with housekeepers and chauffeurs. Monitored private bank account funds to ensure sufficient funding; assisted in personal expense processing including credit card payments and private club subscriptions. Managed all private and company insurances i.e. company and personal buildings, company car fleet. • Orchestrated all aspects of large-scale company and private events including twice-yearly management conference, staff social events, VIP client dinners, and annual Christmas party. • Arranged high profile Gala Dinners and Committee Meetings for Royal National Institute for the Blind whilst Chairman was the Chair for Gala fund raising events • Established as primary point of contact in Chairman’s absence, maintaining updated knowledge of critical operational activities to effectively address internal and external enquiries. • Stepped in to assist with personnel issues in absence of HR Manager; recruited, trained, and supervised team of three receptionist staff. Show less



Montessori School

• Montessori School Teacher

  • Sep 1988 - Dec 1991

  Class teacher for children aged from 4-5 years Class teacher for children aged from 4-5 years



Marshall Advertising - Advertising Agency

• PA to Chairman and Chief Executive

  • Jun 1983 - Mar 1985

  Supervision of 15 secretarial staff within the company Responsible for ordering and distributing stationery Liaison between myself and the cook to arrange client lunches 2-3 times per week Travel arrangements for the Chairman Arranging Board Meetings & Minute Taking Day-to-day secretarial duties Left to start a family Supervision of 15 secretarial staff within the company Responsible for ordering and distributing stationery Liaison between myself and the cook to arrange client lunches 2-3 times per week Travel arrangements for the Chairman Arranging Board Meetings & Minute Taking Day-to-day secretarial duties Left to start a family