SOPHIE EVANS
Robertson,Australia
Summary
Highly skilled Project Manager with more than 15 years experience working in cross-functional environments both in Australia and UK. Exceptional written and oral communication skills, excelling at prioritising, completing multiple tasks simultaneously and following through to achieve project goals. Flexible, detail-oriented, and adaptive team player with experience in Finance, Risk, & International Event Management. Thorough, diligent professional with strong attention to detail and a decisive approach to problem-solving.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Analyst
Bluescope Steel
Wollongong, Australia
07.2023 - Current
- Facilitate the stage-and-gate product development process for Innovation projects
- Coordinate and track project and portfolio schedules for Innovation projects
- Coach Project Managers on scheduling and resourcing methods and provide them with project management support
- Complete program and portfolio level resource pool management, including conflict identification and solution recommendation
- Coordinate and deliver monthly reporting on project performance including status tracking and innovation metrics
Event Director
Willinga Park
, NSW
10.2020 - 11.2023
- Designed and implemented impactful operational systems.
- Established clear and actionable goals.
- Assembled skilled team.
- Maintained adherence to regulatory standards.
- Deployed and integrated a comprehensive risk management system.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers as well as managed vendor relationships throughout the process.
- Designed detailed event plans that included timelines, budgets, staffing requirements, and objectives.
Events & Operations Manager
Wallaby Hill
Robertson, Australia
04.2018 - 07.2023
- International Event Management & logistics
- Co-ordination of officials, trade, suppliers, volunteers, sponsors, competitors, equipment and staff
- Clinic Development & Operations including facility management, implementation & promotion
- Hiring, retention & management of staff including payroll documentation, record keeping and updating operating procedures
- Successful strategic development and execution of sales, marketing, training, relationship management and communication strategies for Bucas Australia
- Account management, pricing, contract negotiations & forecasting
- Review and evaluate management plans, procedures and upgrade systems as necessary to ensure efficient and effective operations
Project Manager
Momentum Instore
Manchester, UK
06.2015 - 04.2018
- Campaign management and marketing updates
- National training of field teams and Regional Managers for Installation / merchandising and refurbishment
- Payment queries and approvals, negotiation of rates and costs
- Quote model and cost tracker management Stock reconciliation
- Assessment of Site and Preparation of Health and Safety RAMS
- Kitting and logistics, distribution and stock management
- Validation and approval of installations and client reporting
Event Manager
Wallaby Hill
Robertson, Australia
08.2011 - 05.2015
- International Event Management & logistics
- Co-ordination of officials, trade, suppliers, volunteers, sponsors, competitors, equipment and staff
- Clinic Development & Operations including facility management, implementation & promotion
Banking Operations Manager
BNY Mellon
Manchester, UK
08.2007 - 05.2011
- Assessed efficiency of operational processes, seeking developments and automation opportunities for improved banking efficiency
- Delivered high-performing initiatives to improve customer and business experiences and outcomes
- Managed bank reconciliations and nominal reconciliations with accuracy and care, providing reliable ledger balancing
- Demonstrated keen analytical skills, maximising positive outcomes from financial data and reporting
- Used exceptional communication and relationship-building skills to coordinate effectively with internal and external auditors
- Timely next day investigation of failed or missed payments
- Staff development - Team one to ones and appraisals to ensure targets/KPIs and development objectives were being met
- Adapting to market and time constraints whilst dealing with teams and other financial institutions globally
Education
Lean Management - Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Sydney, NSW01.2020
Prince 2 Foundation & Practitioner -
Learning Academy
Manchester01.2015
Foundation Degree - International Business
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester01.2011
NVQ Level 3 - Retail Financial Services
City & Guilds
01.2010
A-Levels - Economics, English Language, Business Studies, Psychology
Sale Grammar
Manchester01.2005
Skills
- LEAN six sigma
- Training & Development
- Risk Management
- Mentoring
- Project Management
- Health & Safety
- Scheduling and resource management
- Budget management
Accomplishments
- Summited Mount Kilimanjaro
- Mentor - Pure Insight UK & Raise Foundation Australia
- Qualified Equine Sports Massage Therapist
- Cert IV Qualified Celebrant
- Event Director - Willinga Park International Event
- Australian Institute of Sport – Women Leaders in Sport Programme
- Event Manager - Sydney International 3DE
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Analyst
Bluescope Steel
07.2023 - Current
Event Director
Willinga Park
10.2020 - 11.2023
Events & Operations Manager
Wallaby Hill
04.2018 - 07.2023
Project Manager
Momentum Instore
06.2015 - 04.2018
Event Manager
Wallaby Hill
08.2011 - 05.2015
Banking Operations Manager
BNY Mellon
08.2007 - 05.2011
Lean Management - Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Prince 2 Foundation & Practitioner -
Learning Academy
Foundation Degree - International Business
Manchester Metropolitan University
NVQ Level 3 - Retail Financial Services
City & Guilds
A-Levels - Economics, English Language, Business Studies, Psychology
Sale Grammar
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