Tahlia Favero
Greenvale,VIC
Summary
Experienced Executive Assistant with a strong background supporting senior leaders within PwC's fast paced professional services environment. Highly organized, proactive and trusted to manage complex diaries, competing priorities, meetings, travel and confidential matters with discretion and professionalism. Skilled at coordinating across multiple teams and building strong relationships at all levels of business. Known for a calm and friendly approach with the ability to adapt quickly in a high performing environment. I am committed to delivering exceptional support and enhancing team productivity. I am now seeking to contribute my experience to a new and exciting position.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to four Legal Partners
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Melbourne, VIC
02.2021 - Current
- Coordinated calendars and managed daily meetings for partners and senior leadership.
- Managed workflow across multiple teams by collaborating with four partners and addressing team inquiries.
- Scheduled and arranged domestic and international travel, hotel reservations for meetings and events.
- Monitored incoming emails and responded accordingly in a timely manner.
- Communicated with clients to schedule meetings and address inquiries professionally.
- Prepared and organized meeting materials for internal and client-facing presentations.
- Assisted in organizing corporate events, ensuring smooth logistics and attendee engagement.
- Managed partner portfolios, WIP and monthly billing.
- Overseeing incoming and outgoing cash flow to ensure financial accuracy and accountability.
- Maintained comprehensive filing systems for sensitive documents and correspondence.
- Preparation of client proposals and engagements
- Processed daily timesheets for accurate payroll management.
- Prepared presentations and documents for PwC client discussions.
- Coordinated executive schedules and managed daily appointments for senior leadership.
- Reconciliation of partner expenses
- General administration support
- Salesforce competent
- Training, assisting and supporting new staff in PwC systems.
Receptionist
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Melbourne, VIC
03.2018 - 02.2021
- Managed front desk operations for a global professional services firm.
- Greeted clients and visitors with professionalism and courtesy and provided them with assistance.
- Answered multi-line phone system, directing calls to appropriate staff.
- Coordinated meeting rooms efficiently for staff and client meetings.
- Coordinated with in-house teams, including catering, audio-visual, and events, to ensure seamless execution of meetings and events.
- Arranged catering for meetings and events, supporting team collaboration and client engagements.
Sales Assistant
South America Travel Center
Melbourne, VIC
04.2014 - 03.2018
- Assisted customers with travel planning and booking processes.
- Tailored travel itineraries based on client preferences and needs.
- Provide general secretarial / administration support to sales consultants and management.
- Responsible for answering and delegating phone call enquiries.
- Communicating with overseas operators to ensure all bookings are running accordingly.
- Resolved customer inquiries and handled complaints efficiently.
- Assist with reservations and confirmations for bookings.
- Update and maintain the reservation quoting system accordingly.
- Assist with flight reservations using GDS systems.
- Arrange pre departure and final documentation for clients
Food and Beverage Attendant
Aitken Hill Conference Centre
Melbourne, VIC
02.2009 - 01.2019
- Served food and drinks during conferences, meetings, and private functions.
- Set up buffet stations, beverage service areas, and banquet tables for events.
- Followed food safety, hygiene, and venue presentation standards during service.
- Worked with kitchen and event staff to support smooth guest service.
- Handled guest requests and resolved service needs with professionalism and courtesy.
- Independently organize and operate the bar alongside adhering to responsible service of Alcohol.
- Cash register handling and balancing
- Stock take responsibilities
- 5-star service to VIP guests
- Trained new staff on restaurant protocols, customer service, and safety procedures.
Receptionist
Aitken Hill Conference Centre
Melbourne, VIC
05.2012 - 06.2013
- Greet and welcome guests courteously upon arrival
- Checking guests into their hotel reservation
- Answer and forward calls to individuals and departments
- Coordinated incoming mail, courier deliveries, and office package distribution.
- Manage guests payment and billing
Education
Certificate IV in Tourism (Retail Travel Sales) -
William Angliss Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VICCertificate IV in Property Services -
Real Estate Institute of Victoria
Melbourne, VICAdvanced Diploma of Hospitality -
William Angliss Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VICHigh School Diploma -
Aitken College
Greenvale Skills
- Calendar management
- Travel coordination
- Meeting preparation
- Financial oversight
- Invoice processing
- Proposal drafting
- Client relationship management
- Attention to detail
- Event planning
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Training support
References
Sally Woodward - Current PwC Legal Business Leader
Paul Saward - Former PwC Legal Partner
Florence Reviere - Former PwC Legal Partner
*Phone numbers and / or email address provided upon request.
Timeline
Executive Assistant to four Legal Partners
PricewaterhouseCoopers
02.2021 - Current
Receptionist
PricewaterhouseCoopers
03.2018 - 02.2021
Sales Assistant
South America Travel Center
04.2014 - 03.2018
Receptionist
Aitken Hill Conference Centre
05.2012 - 06.2013
Food and Beverage Attendant
Aitken Hill Conference Centre
02.2009 - 01.2019
Certificate IV in Tourism (Retail Travel Sales) -
William Angliss Institute of TAFE
Certificate IV in Property Services -
Real Estate Institute of Victoria
Advanced Diploma of Hospitality -
William Angliss Institute of TAFE
High School Diploma -
Aitken College