Emma Martin

Founded and managed a design-led property staging and interior styling business, delivering residential projects from concept through to installation. Developed cohesive, well-balanced schemes aligned with the target market, combining current design trends with a considered, timeless approach.
* Developed full-room and full-property design schemes, including furniture layouts, colour palettes, materials and styling concepts
* Sourced and specified FF&E, including furniture, lighting, textiles and accessories, balancing design intent with budget constraints
* Produced mood boards and visual concepts to communicate design direction to clients
* Planned spatial layouts to enhance flow, functionality and overall presentation of each property
* Managed multiple projects simultaneously, typically delivering 2–5 properties at any one time
* Coordinated suppliers, deliveries and installation schedules, managing logistics in a similar way to event planning to ensure efficient execution
* Led on-site installations and styling, overseeing teams and ensuring a high standard of finish under time-sensitive conditions
* Provided a high level of client support, acting as a key point of contact and managing requests in a professional and responsive manner
* Maintained strong client communication throughout, adapting designs and logistics to meet client needs
* Managed and utilised inventory effectively to support project delivery and reduce lead times
* Delivered fully styled, photography-ready spaces to support marketing and sales outcomes

Provided high-level business and personal support within a busy private medical practice, ensuring consultant's schedule, client experience and day-to-day operations ran seamlessly. By managing multiple priorities with precision and discretion, Enabledsmooth and efficient workflow across both clinical and administrative functions.

• Managed complex and frequently changing diary, coordinating 20–40+ appointments per week, balancing consultations, procedures and personal commitments to ensure optimal time management and minimal disruption
• Acted as the first point of contact for high-net-worth clients, delivering a discreet, professional and service-led experience that supported the reputation and smooth running of the practice
• Coordinated patient appointments, invoicing and communication with private medical insurers, managing multiple client interactions daily and ensuring a streamlined, efficient client journey
• Handled highly sensitive medical documentation, including patient records and imagery, maintaining 100% confidentiality and full GDPR compliance at all times
• Supported the ongoing development and refinement of internal processes and protocols, contributing to improved operational efficiency and consistency across the practice

Provided personalised private PA services to high-net-worth clients, ensuring all requests, arrangements and day-to-day needs were handled seamlessly with a high level of discretion and attention to detail.

• Managed multiple client accounts simultaneously, handling daily and ad hoc lifestyle and personal requests across 5–10+ clients
• Coordinated complex International travel and lifestyle logistics, including international travel, multi-stop itineraries and last-minute changes
• Organised events and personal engagements, managing bookings, suppliers and logistics to ensure smooth and successful delivery
• Built and maintained long-term relationships with high-net-worth clients, resulting in repeat usage and continued trust
• Managed supplier relationships across multiple service providers per request, ensuring consistent quality and reliability
• Provided high-level personal support, anticipating client needs and ensuring a seamless, stress-free experience
• Handled urgent and last-minute requests within tight timeframes, maintaining a calm and solutions-focused approach

Progressed within a fast-paced, highly regulated corporate environment supporting senior leadership, including the EU Quality Director and SVP of Biosciences. Acted in a combined EA/PA and Office Manager capacity, ensuring the smooth running of operations, communication and administrative processes across the team.

• Managed complex diaries across multiple time zones, coordinating 20+ meetings per week and ensuring effective prioritisation
• Coordinated international travel, meetings and team events (10–60+ attendees), delivering seamless logistics and execution
• Acted as a central point of coordination across HR, Legal, Finance and Facilities, supporting cross-functional teams
• Supported Office Manager responsibilities, maintaining efficient day-to-day operations and improving internal processes
• Provided team coordination and leadership across administrative tasks, suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Managed purchase orders, vendor setup, expenses and accruals, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution
• Prepared high-quality reports, presentations and documentation for senior stakeholders
• Supported onboarding and regulatory processes, ensuring compliance and smooth integration of new team members