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Anna Sutherland

London

Summary

Driven individual with exceptional organisational skills and keen eye for detail, capable of managing multiple tasks and resolving issues efficiently. Proven ability to work collaboratively with teams and clients, utilising excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Poised to make significant impact in PA role.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Career Break

Personal Development & Property Management
Worldwide
02.2024 - 05.2025
  • Coordinated property inspections and repairs and maintained tenant relations
  • Intensive meditation training cultivated focus, resilience and mental clarity
  • Navigated logistics, language barriers and cultural nuances through travel in India increasing flexibility and adaptability

Senior Business Support Assistant

Lloyds Banking Group
London
03.2018 - 01.2024
  • Provided PA support to 6 senior leaders
  • Managed inboxes using processes suited to individual needs and preferences to ensure efficiency
  • Coordinated meetings
  • Organised team events for up to 100 colleagues across 5 locations
  • Coordinated travel logistics including itineraries, accommodations, and transportation
  • Assisted Senior Leaders with communications between SLT members
  • Provided day to day operational support to 20+ direct reports including expense submissions and reporting
  • Maintained and updated record management files ensuring timely completion and compliance with relevant policies
  • Earned recognition from Chief Customer Officer for 'exemplar problem-solving skills and attitude'
  • Received 12 internal awards from peers and senior leaders for leadership, process improvement initiatives, and fostering inclusive workplace culture

Recruitment Coordinator

Lloyds Banking Group
London
03.2017 - 02.2018
  • Coordinated 250 graduate placement candidates across 40 nationwide assessment centres, ensuring accurate scheduling and communication during 1-year secondment
  • Handled comprehensive vetting and onboarding procedures for 40 successful graduates and interns across 8 divisions
  • Maintained candidate database to streamline future recruitment needs

Telephony Adviser

Lloyds Banking Group
Edinburgh
03.2015 - 02.2017
  • Implemented process improvements within Agile framework to reduce delivery time from 10 days to 24 hours, directly contributing to rating improvement from 2 to 5-star ratings
  • Delivered responses to complex financial inquiries across Pensions and Mortgages departments, maintaining 100% regulatory compliance while navigating multiple technical systems
  • Earned 'strong performer' rating during high-pressure period of elevated call volumes and product complaints

Self-Employment, Contract & Voluntary Work

Full details provided on request
Edinburgh, London, Spain, Australia & USA
06.2007 - 02.2015
  • Coordinated freelance work, travel and volunteering opportunities across 3 continents
  • Organised 6 successive, week long courses for up to 100 people for not-for-profit organisation in rural Australia
  • Established and operated sole trader business offering Yoga and Massage

Spa Manager

IHHR Hospitality
Shanti Maurice and Ananda in the Himalayas, Mauritius and India
10.2004 - 05.2007

Mauritius (Spa Manager)

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  • Spearheaded pre-opening of luxury spa in Mauritius, ensuring operational readiness at launch
  • Recruited and onboarded 40 team members from India and Mauritius creating diverse workforce
  • Managed schedules for 26 treatment rooms, optimising service delivery and client satisfaction.

India (Assistant Spa Manager)

  • Orchestrated spa operations serving up to 200 guests daily
  • Streamlined processes, trained 80+ staff, and managed 24 treatment rooms, driving consistent excellence that secured No 1 position in highly regarded traveller awards for 3 consecutive years

Education

BSc - Psychology

The Open University
Online
09.2015 - 05.2022

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Project management
  • Staff and stakeholder management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Recruitment and Onboarding
  • Communication skills

Timeline

Career Break

Personal Development & Property Management
02.2024 - 05.2025

Senior Business Support Assistant

Lloyds Banking Group
03.2018 - 01.2024

Recruitment Coordinator

Lloyds Banking Group
03.2017 - 02.2018

BSc - Psychology

The Open University
09.2015 - 05.2022

Telephony Adviser

Lloyds Banking Group
03.2015 - 02.2017

Self-Employment, Contract & Voluntary Work

Full details provided on request
06.2007 - 02.2015

Spa Manager

IHHR Hospitality
10.2004 - 05.2007
Anna Sutherland