Katarzyna Nasir
London
Summary
Strategic Business Operations lead with 14+ years of experience driving performance, operational excellence, and growth across EMEA markets (UK, Nordics, Benelux). Proven track record of partnering with senior leadership to define strategy, deliver data-driven insights, and execute cross-functional initiatives in complex, fast-paced environments. Expert in translating complex data into actionable insights, building performance frameworks, and leading business reviews to drive accountability and results. Strong ability to operate in ambiguity, influence stakeholders, and lead initiatives from ideation to execution.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior Business Operations Manager
Oracle Ltd
2016.01 - 2026.05
- Partner to regional leadership across UK, Nordics, and Benelux to drive business performance, strategic planning, and operational excellence for the consulting business.
- Strategic Planning & Analysis
- Partner with regional leaders to define business strategy, set priorities, and align execution with company goals
- Develop and maintain performance tracking frameworks (KPIs, financial metrics, utilisation, headcount planning)
- Conduct deep-dive analyses on business performance, identifying growth opportunities and efficiency gains across EMEA markets
- Deliver actionable insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders to support decision-making
- Operational Excellence
- Designed and implemented processes to improve resource utilisation, forecasting accuracy, and financial performance
- Established structured reporting and business review cadences (quarterly forecasts, performance tracking) to improve visibility and accountability
- Identified operational bottlenecks and led initiatives to improve efficiency and profitability across regions
- Owned financial planning cycles including annual planning, quarterly forecasts, and expense management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Acted as a key connector across Finance, Delivery, Sales, and Leadership teams to align on priorities and execution
- Supported regional consulting leaders in workforce planning, pricing strategy, and investment decisions
- Collaborated across multiple business units to ensure alignment on financial and operational goals
- Insights & Storytelling
- Built and delivered executive-level reports, dashboards, and presentations translating complex data into clear business narratives
- Provided data-driven recommendations on project performance, contract strategy, and resource allocation
- Enabled leadership teams to make informed decisions through structured insights and analysis
Jr Project Manager
Cerner Ltd
2014.01 - 2016.01
- Managed delivery of complex healthcare IT projects across the UK, ensuring alignment to scope, budget, and timelines
- Led project planning, risk management, and performance tracking across multiple stakeholders
- Partnered with Finance, Delivery, and Leadership teams to manage budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation
- Identified risks, dependencies, and inefficiencies, driving mitigation plans to resolution
- Supported sales and commercial activities including contract review and pricing
Project Accountant
Cerner Ltd
2010.01 - 2014.01
- Managed financial performance for multiple projects across European markets
- Delivered forecasting, revenue recognition, and financial reporting to senior leadership
- Conducted variance analysis and supported strategic financial decision-making
- Collaborated cross-functionally to resolve financial and operational issues
- Maintained strong stakeholder relationships across regions
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Social Psychology
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Business Operations & Performance Management
- OKRs, KPIs & Business Review Cadence (WBR/MBR/QBR)
- Data Analysis & Insights (Excel, data modelling)
- Financial Planning & Forecasting
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Stakeholder Management (Senior Leadership)
- Process Optimization & Operational Excellence
- Market & Business Performance Analysis
- Storytelling & Executive Communication
Certification
- CIPD – Introduction to Strategic Workforce Planning
- PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages: English (Fluent), Polish (Fluent)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Experience working across EMEA markets in global, matrixed organisations
Timeline
Senior Business Operations Manager
Oracle Ltd
2016.01 - 2026.05
Jr Project Manager
Cerner Ltd
2014.01 - 2016.01
Project Accountant
Cerner Ltd
2010.01 - 2014.01