Paula Lopes

Background

About Paula Lopes

I am an Executive Assistant/Coordinator with 30 years of experience in the financial/marketing sector working for a leading bank in Southern Africa, simultaneously coordinating the diaries of up to 4 executives while also overseeing operations for the company-sponsored gallery. Driven by a dynamic work ethic, a commitment to operational excellence, and a multifaceted skill set I am able to coordinate and effectively manage initiatives and projects that rely on collaboration between various departments and stakeholders. My ability to engage and appreciate different personalities equips me with patience and wisdom to draw on people's strengths and unite people to a common cause. Other skills include induction training, PowerPoint presentations, procurement, administration, budgeting, bookkeeping, branding, marketing and much more. I would add significant value to any organization with strong values seeking a high-level Executive Assistant that has the anticipation, discretion, and capability to partner and support driven executives with demanding schedules to meet corporate objectives. AREA OF STRENGTH • Administration - Applying efficient document management systems for operational efficiency. • Communication - Delegating, conveying, and presenting with clarity, eliminating confusion and insecurity. • Discretion - Full knowledge of the brand, operations, systems, and internal politics, for making decisions. • Event Coordination & Management - Overseeing logistical and operational requirements for event success. • Coordination - Implementing and overseeing operations with multiple moving parts for specific outcomes. • Stakeholder & Team Management - Investing time into relationships for greater synergy and innovation.