Claudia Opperman
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Driven and resourceful Executive Assistant with 5+ years of experience supporting high-achieving executives' professional and personal needs. Working as an executive assistant for C-suite executives involves providing high-level management. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information. This position demands strong communication skills and the ability to anticipate and address the needs of the C-suite. Success in this role involves maintaining efficiency in fast-paced environments, adapting to changing priorities, and contributing to the overall effectiveness of executive leadership.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Gardener and Administration
Grouse Landscapes
01.2020 - Current
- Cared for plants with comprehensive irrigation systems
- Delivered top quality service to encourage customer referrals
- Managed outdoor spaces, ensuring thorough maintenance, upkeep, and preservation
- Trained apprentices in landscape design and plant care.
Executive Assistant
Device Technologies
02.2018 - 11.2020
- Maintained databases and filing systems to boost team efficiency
- Approved travel expenses and reimbursement requests submitted by employees
- Scheduled Board of Directors meetings, assisting with meeting materials, resources and agendas
- Responded to emails and other correspondence, facilitating positive communication for enhanced business processes
- Facilitated smooth communication between CEO and members of staff
- Updated executives on changing business needs by thoroughly documenting internal and client meetings
- Made travel arrangements and booked accommodation for executives
- Prepared financial statements, invoices and other financial documents
- Coordinated events and conferences, offering support with set-up and resources to guarantee smooth operations.
Executive Assistant to the Managing Director
Globus
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Organised and coordinated manager conferences involving up to 1000 attendees
- Assigned work to appropriate members of staff on behalf of CEO
- Opened, sorted and distributed incoming mail, emails and faxes
- Attended meetings on behalf of executives, taking notes and recording minutes
- Researched and compiled data to prepare documents for directors to present during meetings
- Assisted in selection of vendors and negotiated deals for equipment, services and supplies
- Filed and retrieved corporate records, documents and reports.
Education
Diploma of Paramedicine -
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, New Zealand.Bachelor of Marketing and Media -
Macquarie University
Sydney, NSWHigh School Certification -
Barker College
Sydney, NSWSkills
- Medical care and product knowledge
- Business writing
- Travel and financial administration
- Medical terminology
- SAP reporting and analytical tools
- Negotiation and delegation
- Professional minute taking
Timeline
Landscape Gardener and Administration
Grouse Landscapes
01.2020 - Current
Executive Assistant
Device Technologies
02.2018 - 11.2020
Executive Assistant to the Managing Director
Globus
01.2016 - 12.2018
Diploma of Paramedicine -
Auckland University of Technology
Bachelor of Marketing and Media -
Macquarie University
High School Certification -
Barker College