Diane MEYER
LONDON
Summary
Highly organised administrative professional with strong experience supporting senior teams through precise calendar management, confidential communications, and accurate financial administration.
Calm, reliable, and comfortable working in busy, high-expectation corporate environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
24
24
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Administration & Bookkeeping Officer
Eduka Software - School management platform
London
03.2022 - 12.2025
- Managed day-to-day administrative operations, including document management, email correspondence, and coordination with internal teams and clients.
- Performed bookkeeping duties using accounting software Xero, including data entry, invoice processing, and maintaining accurate financial records.
- Completed regular bank reconciliations, monitored transactions, and resolved discrepancies in a timely and accurate manner.
- Prepared and issued client invoices, tracked outstanding payments, and carried out client follow-ups to ensure timely collections.
- Processed employee payroll.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of financial and business information while applying strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated excellent organisational skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a proactive approach to improving administrative processes.
Interior Designer & Project Manager
AD CONCEPT - Interior Design
Singapore - London
09.2013 - 06.2021
- Designed and delivered interior projects for residential, retail, and office clients in Singapore and London.
- Created design concepts, layouts, mood boards, presentations, and 3D visualisations using SketchUp.
- Produced technical drawings for kitchens, bathrooms, joinery, and electrical layouts.
- Managed full project lifecycle: budgeting, quotations, invoicing, scheduling, and timeline control.
- Supervised construction works with regular site visits, contractor coordination, and quality assurance.
- Led on-site teams and ensured smooth communication between designers, contractors, and clients.
- Supported scheduling and organisational tasks such as arranging meetings, maintaining calendars, and coordinating basic logistics.
- Served as the main client liaison, presenting proposals and managing expectations throughout the project.
- Delivered multiple projects simultaneously under pressure while maintaining high design and execution standards.
Architect & Interior Design Assistant
DNDB - The live Design Project - Architecture Firm
Singapore
01.2010 - 04.2013
- Worked closely with senior designers on residential, commercial, and hospitality projects.
- Prepared quotations, scopes of work, and project documentation.
- Supported product sourcing, materials selection, purchasing, and vendor coordination.
- Contributed to design development, presentations, and drafting tasks.
- Assisted with site supervision, monitoring construction progress, and coordinating on-site teams.
- Ensured effective communication between designers, contractors, suppliers, and clients.
- Provided support on large-scale hospitality projects, including Club Med.
Marketing & Wholesale Assistant
LK Bennett - Fashion Industry
London
01.2004 - 08.2006
- Supported the marketing department and worked closely with the team and department head.
- Managed stock levels for 50 retail boutiques, including stock takes, reporting, and inventory control.
- Performed administrative tasks such as data entry, documentation, and coordination with stores.
- Transitioned to the wholesale department, developing relationships with retail partners and supporting buying activities.
- Assisted with product selection, order processing, and communication between boutiques and the buying team.
- Contributed to smooth operations across marketing, retail, and wholesale functions.
Education
Bachelor of Business - Business & Marketing
ISEM Business School
Paris 09.2000 - 12.2023
Diploma - Interior Design
KLC Design School
London 09.2006 - 06.2007
Skills
- Exceptional organisational skills
- Meticulous detail accuracy
- Advanced time management
- Effective task prioritisation
- Perseverance and resilience
- Strong team player
- Confident decision making
- Pressure-driven performance
Languages
English
Fluent
French
Native
Software & Tools
- Xero (Accounting & Reporting)
- Helium 10 ( Data Analysis & Amazon Tools)
- Microsoft Office ( Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Timeline
Administration & Bookkeeping Officer
Eduka Software - School management platform
03.2022 - 12.2025
Interior Designer & Project Manager
AD CONCEPT - Interior Design
09.2013 - 06.2021
Architect & Interior Design Assistant
DNDB - The live Design Project - Architecture Firm
01.2010 - 04.2013
Diploma - Interior Design
KLC Design School
09.2006 - 06.2007
Marketing & Wholesale Assistant
LK Bennett - Fashion Industry
01.2004 - 08.2006
Bachelor of Business - Business & Marketing
ISEM Business School
09.2000 - 12.2023