Robyn R.

Experience

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  M&P Mining Consultants

  Jun 2000 - May 2001

  Payroll & Time Office Assistant

  Reporting to the Payroll Manager and assisting in processing staff payroll accurately and efficiently

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  Rietspruit Crushers

  Jun 2001 - May 2003

  Corporate Secretary

  Responsible for the efficient administration of the company, particularly with regard to compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. As resources dedicated to administration were limited, I was also responsible for the Chairman’s cost & vat for his private equestrian business as well as the secretarial duties for both companies

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  BBC

  Jul 2003 - Oct 2004

  Front of House

  Controlled Front of House and Housekeeping areas to high standards and ensured that guest’s needs were consistently met.

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  Land Securities

  Nov 2004 - Apr 2005

  Facilities Management Assistant (Secondment)

  In this role, I assisted the Facilities Management Director & Co-ordinator in all aspects of service delivery and was directly responsible for a full range of identified facilities tasks.

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  Sequence UK Ltd incorporating Barnard Marcus - Brown & Merry - Fox & Sons - William H Brown

  Apr 2005 - Mar 2006

  Lettings Assistant (Weekends)

  Weekend job, helping the Lettings department with all aspects of administration, including registrations and updating the website.

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  Huntress

  Apr 2005 - Jun 2005

  Temporary Executive Assistant

  Various temp/contract PA and EA positions

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  Crechendo Training

  Jul 2005 - Apr 2006

  Senior Administrator (Part-time)

  Senior Administrator for an innovative company specialising in Early Years, Childcare and Playwork training that is educational, creative and fun. The role focused mainly on office duties with occasional work experience at the playgyms

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  Cancer Research UK

  May 2006 - Feb 2008

  Legacy Marketing Executive

  Marketing Executive for the Legacy Department. The role focused on stewardship and high profile relationship building. It required excellent client liaison alongside an attention to detail with a core passion for the benefits of leaving gifts in wills to charity

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  GVA Grimley

  Feb 2008 - Nov 2011

  Personal Assistant

  PA to the Senior Director for Planning, Development and Regeneration, providing administrative support to two teams, i.e. Economics and Retail Planning. This role involved providing one-to-one support for a further two directors as well as managing a team of 10 colleagues working across the UK

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  LUTYENS DA CUNHA LLP

  Dec 2011 - Feb 2012

  Office Manager/PA

  Hired by LDC LLP, a top level boutique Executive Search firm. I was both the Office Manager and the Personal PA to the two founding partners, this position was very demanding and entitled me to be very trustworthy, organised and able to communicate and prioritise effectively and efficiently.

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  Odgers Berndtson

  Mar 2012 - Jun 2013

  Personal Assistant

  Initially hired through Matchstick Recruitment as a temporary PA within Odgers Berndtson, the UK’s pre-eminent Executive Search firm and worked in the Sports Practice and Financial Services dept’s for 2 months. Was then put forward for a PA position in the Interim department and started there as a permanent employee in May 2012. All positions included extensive and complex diary management &client exposure, along with strong MS office and database skills.

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  Capita Executive Recruitment

  Jul 2013 - Oct 2015

  Researcher

  The Capita Executive Interim practice spans a range of verticals including Technology, Media & Telecoms, Financial Services, Retail & Consumer, Energy & Utilities, Manufacturing and Infrastructure & Transport. My role here was to source Interim Managers and lead searches for Executive level hires on a retained basis for the Manufacturing & Financial Services sectors. In my time here, I also resourced and assisted in placements for the following sectors: EMI (Energy Manufacturing & Infrastructure), Life Sciences, TMT (Technology, Media & Telecommunications), Transport, Housing and Central Government. Show less

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  Euromedica Executive Search Limited

  Oct 2015 - May 2016

  Executive Assistant

  With almost three decades of specialisation consulting for Life Sciences companies, a unique approach and over 3,500 successful assignments – Euromedica is an acknowledged global leader in Executive Search. From start-ups to SME’s and major multinationals; their client base reflects the breadth of life sciences ecosystem.My role at Euromedica included Executive Assistance to the Managing Partner, Senior Partner, Client Partner, Researchers and wider team when necessary.

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  Bird & Co

  Jun 2016 - Jun 2016

  Temporary Executive Assistant

  For over 30 years, Bird & Co Board & Executive Search has been working for companies across a broad range of industries, offering their clients the international reach and disciplined methodology of the global search firms, with the personal relationships and sector specialisms of a boutique.My role here included 1:1 assistance to the CEO and management of the Coaching House.

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  Norman Broadbent Group

  Jul 2016 - Dec 2016

  Executive Personal Assistant

  Norman Broadbent is one of the world’s leading executive search companies and believe that businesses and people succeed when they are challenged to make the right choices. They are trusted by some of the world’s largest organisations and a rapidly growing number of SMEs who love the fact that they provoke their thinking and offer them a personal service that is unparalleled within the world of executive search.I provided support to three Practice Directors and organised seminars and events. Show less

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  Search Partners International (SPI)

  Feb 2017 - Apr 2017

  Temporary Executive Assistant

  South Africa’s first Executive Search firm which forms part of AltoPartners, a leading Global Alliance. With over 40 years of Executive Search and Leadership Consulting experience, SPi’s geographic reach extends beyond Sub-Saharan Africa. Their extensive relationships with talented leaders, coupled with their in-depth local knowledge, expertise and excellent research enables them to find the best candidates for clients across all sectors.I provide support to two Directors, non sector specific. Show less

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  Odgers Berndtson South Africa

  Apr 2017 - Sept 2021

  Executive Assistant

  Odgers Berndtson is a leader in global executive search, drawing on their international and local expertise to serve South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. Their unique executive search process identifies executives with exceptional track records and the self-awareness that defines themost effective leaders.Providing business development and executive assistance to the Financial Services and EMI practices.

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  Search Partners International (SPI)

  Oct 2021 - Aug 2023

  Executive Assistant

  Search Partners International (SPi) is South Africa’s 1st executive search firm and part of leading global alliance.With over 40 years of executive search and leadership consulting experience, SPi’s geographic reach extends beyond Sub-Saharan Africa.Their extensive relationships with talented leaders, coupled with their in-depth local knowledge, expertise and their excellent research enables them to find the best candidates for their clients across all sectors.I provided support to the Managing Director and one other Director, predominantly in the Mining, Resources, Financial, TMT and Public Sectors Show less

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  BossJansen Executive Search (Pty)Ltd

  Sept 2023 - now

  Executive Project Manager

  BossJansen Executive Search is a premier talent acquisition firm specializing in the identification and placement of high-calibre executives and board members, across diverse industries. With a keen understanding of the dynamic business landscape, BossJansen leverages its extensive network and deep industry knowledge to connect organizations with leaders who drive innovation and growth. The firm's meticulous approach combines rigorous candidate evaluation with a personalized touch, ensuring that each placement aligns seamlessly with the client's strategic goals and organizational culture. Renowned for its commitment to excellence and confidentiality, BossJansen Executive Search has established itself as a trusted partner for companies seeking transformative leadership solutions across the African continent. Show less