Hi, I’m
Karen Callinan
Mulgoa,NSW
Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.
Henry David Thoreau
Summary
Seasoned collaborator experienced in meeting needs, improving processes and exceeding requirements in team environments. Diligent worker with strong communication and task prioritization skills. Thrives in support roles and committed to career development in Law.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Genetically Gifted Pty Ltd
Owner/Startup Founder
2019.04 - Current (5 years & 5 months)
Job overview
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Wrote and successfully implemented digital marketing plan and website development.
Pat Callinan Publishing Pty Ltd
Co-Founder/Owner/Operator
2011.04 - 2023.06 (12 years & 2 months)
Job overview
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Managed business establishment and registration processes for compliance.
- Prepared BAS, invoicing, tax management, payroll and expenses.
- On road and pre departure content research.
- Engaged, scheduled & liaised with freelancers.
- New product development including TV, books, magazines, digital products.
Health NSW
Executive Assistant
2020.07 - 2021.01 (6 months)
Job overview
- Covid Vaccination Centre Project
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments.
- Organized and coordinated daily, weekly and monthly meetings.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming staff.
- Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
- Developed and maintained automated alert systems for important deadlines.
- Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
- Took notes and dictation at meetings.
- Wrote reports, executive summaries and data for Senate Estimates.
Education
University of Sydney , Sydney, NSW
Diploma in Law (LPAB/LEC) from Law
12.2026
Monash University , Melbourne, VIC
Graduate Bootcamp from Digital Marketing
01.2023
University of New England , Armidale, NSW
Bachelor of Commerce from Agricultural Economics
04.1997
University Overview
- Recipient of John D Black Memorial Prize for Economics
- Recipient of Elizabeth Macarthur Award for Policy
Skills
- Budget Administration
- Administrative Oversight
- Business Marketing
- Product Branding
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Relationship Building
- QuickBooks Pro
- Travel Coordination
- Document Editing
- Document Filing
- Task Prioritization
- Digitally literate
Availability
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Timeline
Executive Assistant
Health NSW
2020.07 - 2021.01 (6 months)
Owner/Startup Founder
Genetically Gifted Pty Ltd
2019.04 - Current (5 years & 5 months)
Co-Founder/Owner/Operator
Pat Callinan Publishing Pty Ltd
2011.04 - 2023.06 (12 years & 2 months)
University of Sydney
Diploma in Law (LPAB/LEC) from Law
Monash University
Graduate Bootcamp from Digital Marketing
University of New England
Bachelor of Commerce from Agricultural Economics
Accomplished Equestrian
National Rookie of The Year - Reining Australia 2018
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