Breda Poodhun
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Executive Assistant with extensive experience supporting C-suite executives in Private Equity, Hedge Funds, and Investment Banking. Skilled in managing complex schedules, international travel, and confidential communications in fast-paced global environments. Recognized for exceptional organizational abilities and strategic foresight, ensuring seamless operations and stakeholder engagement. Proven track record as a trusted gatekeeper and ambassador for executive leadership, demonstrating discretion and proactive problem-solving skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work history
Executive Assistant to CEO
Sitecore
London
11.2023 - 09.2025
- Manage complex and ever-evolving executive calendars and high-level communications.
- Provide full inbox management, drafting correspondence, and ensuring timely follow-ups.
- Coordinate fund administration including quarterly board meetings, liaising with directors, and drafting minutes.
- Prepare high-impact presentations and briefing materials.
- Organize intricate international and domestic travel, including multi-leg itineraries.
- Collaborate closely with household staff to align professional and personal priorities for optimal work/life balance.
- Available 24/7 to meet executive demands.
Executive Assistant to Managing Partner
SoftBank Investment Advisors
London
05.2017 - 11.2023
- Sole support for a Managing Partner of a $100bn global private equity fund in a fast-paced, high-stakes, and highly confidential environment.
- Managed all internal and external communications; acted as primary liaison with VIP stakeholders including Heads of State, senior politicians, and high-profile individuals.
- Oversaw extensive international meeting agendas, including travel via private jet, yacht, and commercial arrangements.
- Prepared Board packs, executive summaries, and investment briefings; managed real-time investment updates across global time zones.
- Supervised and mentored a support team of two assistants.
- Managed Salesforce CRM: data integrity, troubleshooting, reporting.
- Travelled internationally and remained on-call 24/7.
- Coordinated seamlessly with household staff to align business and personal obligations.
Executive Assistant to Global Head of Fixed Income Sales
Bank of America Merrill Lynch
London
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Supported global leadership across sales operations and investor relations.
- Managed high-volume, time-sensitive calendars, roadshows, and travel.
- Maintained discretion in handling sensitive market and client information.
Executive Assistant to CEO & Office Manager
Lucidus Capital Partners LLP
London
04.2011 - 01.2016
- Sole support to CEO and broader executive team within a boutique hedge fund.
- Oversaw daily operations, HR coordination, compliance liaison, and office management.
- Managed vendor relations, facilities, and event planning.
Executive Assistant to Global Head of Sales
Thomson Reuters
London
10.2008 - 04.2011
- Supported revenue-driving global sales leadership.
- Coordinated international meetings, investor presentations, and executive briefings.
Executive Assistant to Global Head of Research
Bear Stearns
New York
10.2006 - 08.2008
- Provided high-level support during volatile market cycles.
- Coordinated internal and external research briefings and investor outreach.
Executive Assistant to Global Head of Equity Research
Deutsche Bank Securities
New York
09.2004 - 10.2006
- Supported global equity research leadership across time zones and teams.
- Handled confidential research documentation and analyst coordination.
Executive Assistant
Murphy O'Brien Public Relations
California
09.2003 - 08.2004
- Managed high-profile client schedules and media engagements.
- Coordinated events and supported senior PR executives.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Marketing & Management
Galway Mayo Institute of Technology
Ireland09.2002
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Customer relationship management
- Written and verbal communication
- International travel logistics
- Board document preparation
- Discretion and confidentiality
- Cultural sensitivity
- Emotional intelligence
- Team leadership
- Mentorship and coaching
- Influential communication skills
- CRM system proficiency
- Advanced spreadsheet techniques
- Crisis resourcefulness
Timeline
Executive Assistant to CEO
Sitecore
11.2023 - 09.2025
Executive Assistant to Managing Partner
SoftBank Investment Advisors
05.2017 - 11.2023
Executive Assistant to Global Head of Fixed Income Sales
Bank of America Merrill Lynch
01.2016 - 02.2017
Executive Assistant to CEO & Office Manager
Lucidus Capital Partners LLP
04.2011 - 01.2016
Executive Assistant to Global Head of Sales
Thomson Reuters
10.2008 - 04.2011
Executive Assistant to Global Head of Research
Bear Stearns
10.2006 - 08.2008
Executive Assistant to Global Head of Equity Research
Deutsche Bank Securities
09.2004 - 10.2006
Executive Assistant
Murphy O'Brien Public Relations
09.2003 - 08.2004
Bachelor's Degree - Marketing & Management
Galway Mayo Institute of Technology
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