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Emma Magner

Melbourne ,VIC

Summary

Hardworking, trustworthy, committed team player with a diverse employment and educational background that brings a vast range of skills and a wide level of expertise to any professional establishment. Excellent collaborator and communicator, with management experience across a range of projects, both in the administrative and educational sectors. An efficient operator and multitasker who values attention to detail and works well under pressure to complete projects and tasks within their deadline. An outgoing, positive, energetic individual who adapts well to new environments, and is always keen to upskill through professional development.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Assistant

Stockland
Sydney, New South Wales
11.2024 - 06.2025
  • Personal Assistant to National Customer Service Manager, National Sales Manager for Halcyon Communities and National Sales Operations Manager.
  • Allocated my time equitably among three mangers, ensuring the provision of high level, confidential support to each manager and their respective teams.
  • Directed calendar and workload management for each manager, prioritising key tasks and coordinating multi-stakeholder meetings across Australian time zones, whilst safeguarding their availability as necessary.
  • Organised and managed travel itineraries for all three managers, including flight and accommodation bookings, restaurant reservations, and car hire as needed. Coordinated meeting room reservations and catering services when required.
  • Reconciled daily and monthly business expenses for all three managers using SAP Concur.
  • Provided project support to my managers and their immediate teams, including creating and managing diverse Excel spreadsheets, facilitating large-scale interstate meetings and workshops, and coordinating with various stakeholders involved in these projects.
  • Developed, edited and reviewed a diverse range of documentation, including company newsletters, quick reference guides, meeting agendas and minutes, PowerPoint presentations and company surveys.
  • Coordinated and supported the organisation of various company events, including team functions, workshops, EOFY celebrations, and in-house meetings.
  • Served as the primary point of contact for all three managers, liaising with state managers and stakeholders across Australia and their respective teams.
  • Actively fostered a positive team culture by organising gifts and team events as appropriate, supporting my wider team, and consistently demonstrating professionalism, kindness and approachability.

Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer

Maximus
London, United Kingdom
09.2023 - 09.2024
  • Provided confidential, high-level support to the CEO through a combination of Project Management, high level administrative tasks, research, and problem solving to ensure day to day operations were seamless.
  • Maintained a well-organised schedule and ensured all appointments and meetings were clear and efficiently managed.
  • Planned and managed domestic and international travel including booking flights, accommodation, restaurants and events, visa applications, transfers, and daily/weekly itineraries.
  • Acted as first point for CEO in both written and verbal correspondence.
  • Liaised with corporate business partners and their respective PA network according to business needs.
  • Collaborated with operations managers and various employees overseas managing and overseeing the maintenance of various sites and properties, overseas expenditure, events, and staff relations keeping the CEO updated on all ongoings on a daily/weekly basis.
  • Monitored all correspondence to prioritise actions based on needs of CEO and collaborating team.
  • Processed invoices and managed expenses.
  • Initiated and coordinated various refurbishment, procurement, and environmental projects.
  • Proactively identified and addressed any potential risks or issues related to ongoing business operations to ensure that swift and solution focused responses were available when needed.
  • Ensured a quick response to changing needs of CEO with regards to day to day business.

Primary School Teacher

Scoil Mhuire National School
County Offaly, Ireland
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Worked in a range of educational settings within this school including senior mainstream classes and special education settings (Senior MGLD class, ASD Class settings and as a Support Teacher) gaining valuable knowledge and expertise in a range of sectors.
  • Led and managed a nationally recognised Green Schools Programme over a two year period addressing all aspects of sustainability within the school. Spearheaded the construction of a polytunnel to support gardening classes for the local community whilst also collaborating with various stakeholders to coordinate a variety of activities and initiatives resulting in a prestigious national Green Schools Award.
  • Collaborated and planned with senior management and staff on curricular subjects and their delivery within the classrooms, maintaining a focus on the individual needs of students from diverse socio-economic, ethnic backgrounds.

Substitute Primary School Teacher

Department of Education
County Offaly, Ireland
09.2020 - 06.2021
  • Whilst completing a Masters in Primary Education, I acted as a substitute teacher across a range of educational settings in local schools throughout the year, often at short notice. This included mainstream class settings and special education settings including a Nurture Class and an ASD Class.

Learning Support Teacher

Scoil Bhride National School
County Offaly, Ireland
08.2019 - 06.2020
  • Offered and provided extensive support to the class teacher, collaborating closely to ensure that the physical, emotional, social and academic needs of all children were met on a daily basis with the aim to provide a well rounded and supportive environment for the students.

Specialist Teacher

International School of Choueifat
Abu Dhabi & Ajman, United Arab Emirates
08.2014 - 06.2019
  • Delivered subjects of English and Geography to students from Grades 3-6 in an international private school.
  • Effectively managed large class sizes with students coming from diverse socioeconomic, religious, and cultural backgrounds.
  • Harnessed diversity as a tool to facilitate further education and foster a more inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Ensured lessons were conducted with sensitivity and respect whilst actively promoting an awareness and appreciation for diversity within the classroom.

Education

Professional Diploma - Project Management

University College Dublin
Dubin, Ireland
08-2023

Masters - Education

Hibernia College
Dublin, Ireland
10-2021

Postgraduate Certificate - Education

University of Nottingham
Nottingham, United Kingdom
10-2017

Master of Science - Sustainable Development

Dublin Institute of Technology
Dublin, Ireland
10-2014

Bachelor of Arts - English And Geography

National University of Ireland, Galway
Galway, Ireland
10-2012

Skills

  • Project management
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Communication skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Valid driver's license
  • Multi-tasking and prioritisation
  • Business administration
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Conflict resolution
  • Calendar management
  • Organisational skills
  • Strong sporting background
  • Fully certified in First Aid

References

  • References available upon request.

Timeline

Personal Assistant

Stockland
11.2024 - 06.2025

Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer

Maximus
09.2023 - 09.2024

Primary School Teacher

Scoil Mhuire National School
08.2021 - 08.2023

Substitute Primary School Teacher

Department of Education
09.2020 - 06.2021

Learning Support Teacher

Scoil Bhride National School
08.2019 - 06.2020

Specialist Teacher

International School of Choueifat
08.2014 - 06.2019

Professional Diploma - Project Management

University College Dublin

Masters - Education

Hibernia College

Postgraduate Certificate - Education

University of Nottingham

Master of Science - Sustainable Development

Dublin Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Arts - English And Geography

National University of Ireland, Galway
Emma Magner