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Anna Donaldson

Windsor

Summary

Dedicated and dependable Personal Assistant with vast experience in supporting C-level executives, entrepreneurs and high-profile individuals. Effective multitasker with high attention to detail and accuracy, whilst always maintaining discretion and positive attitude. Leverages strong communication skills and a proactive mindset to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment, thriving under pressure. Tech-savvy professional always looking for improvement opportunities. Seeking a full-time Personal Assistant role in a corporate environment or family office.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Personal Assistant

Freelance Personal Assistant
01.2020 - 05.2025
  • Providing administrative support for small business owners
  • Developing cloud filing systems and business documentation
  • Writing contracts, business proposals and presentations
  • Conducting information research and due diligence
  • Assisting with recruitment and onboarding processes
  • Providing comprehensive bookkeeping services
  • Assisting with ad hoc project management
  • Sourcing and ordering supplies within allocated budget
  • Managing inbox and scheduling meetings
  • Facilitating virtual conferences and webinars
  • Organising business travel arrangements
  • Planning business and social events
  • Running errands, maximising Clients' focus on strategic tasks
  • Scheduling meetings, conferences and appointments

Russian / English Translator

FLUOR
01.2016 - 01.2020
  • Delivered accurate document translations
  • Provided timely proofreading of translated documents
  • Created translation reference and glossary documents

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

FLUOR
01.2011 - 01.2015
  • Developed database of project related codes and standards
  • Maintained accurate and detailed compliance records
  • Provided training on current regulations and guidance documents
  • Prepared detailed responses for queries from regulatory agencies

PA to CEO

Gazprom Marketing and Trading
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Managed a busy diary across multiple time zones
  • Processed business expenses in multiple currencies
  • Organised and managed travel on a 24/7 schedule
  • Assisted with planning corporate entertainment for VIP Clients
  • Improved executive workflow through management of schedules and itineraries
  • Assisted in decision-making processes by conducting comprehensive research
  • Coordinated events by managing budget, logistics and event support

Russian / English Translator

FLUOR
01.2004 - 01.2008
  • Performed quality control of the Russian translation of vendor documentation, engineering drawings and user manuals
  • Offered bespoke interpretation services for live events
  • Created translation reference and glossary documents

PA to CFO

PetroKazakhstan
Windsor
01.2001 - 01.2003
  • Managed a busy diary across multiple time zones
  • Drafted highly sensitive correspondence
  • Processed business expenses in multiple currencies
  • Assisted in creating presentations for stakeholder meetings
  • Coordinated board meetings and prepared relevant materials
  • Organised complex travel itineraries to ensure smooth business trips
  • Coordinated events by managing budget and logistics
  • Monitored office expenses to meet budget targets

PA to Senior VP

Bechtel
London
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • Managed a busy diary across multiple time zones
  • Processed business expenses in multiple currencies
  • Organised and managed travel on a 24/7 schedule
  • Assisted in event planning, leading to successful corporate gatherings
  • Coordinated meetings, distributing relevant resources ahead of time
  • Completed ad-hoc personal errands for well-rounded personal support
  • Developed filing systems, improving document accessibility and security

Education

BA (Hons) - English

Zhubanov State University
01.1992 - 01.1994

Advanced Level 5 Diploma - Financial Market Analysis (Distinction)

LSBF

Certificate - Organisational Behaviour

Edinburgh Business School

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Diary and inbox management
  • Business acumen
  • Project management
  • Attention to detail
  • Event coordination
  • Resourcefulness
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Proactive problem solving
  • Time management
  • Ethics and discretion
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Budget management
  • Travel arrangement
  • Telephone etiquette
  • Multitasking and prioritisation

Languages

Russian

Timeline

Personal Assistant

Freelance Personal Assistant
01.2020 - 05.2025

Russian / English Translator

FLUOR
01.2016 - 01.2020

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

FLUOR
01.2011 - 01.2015

PA to CEO

Gazprom Marketing and Trading
01.2009 - 01.2010

Russian / English Translator

FLUOR
01.2004 - 01.2008

PA to CFO

PetroKazakhstan
01.2001 - 01.2003

PA to Senior VP

Bechtel
01.1999 - 01.2000

BA (Hons) - English

Zhubanov State University
01.1992 - 01.1994

Advanced Level 5 Diploma - Financial Market Analysis (Distinction)

LSBF

Certificate - Organisational Behaviour

Edinburgh Business School
Anna Donaldson