LAUREN GRAY
London
Summary
Highly skilled professional with a positive attitude and a proven track record of being a trustworthy, confident decision-maker. Demonstrates exceptional multi-tasking abilities and is recognised as a self-motivated, fast learner. A dedicated team player committed to achieving career goals through collaboration and continuous improvement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Executive Assistant to Chief Strategy Officer (EMEA & UK Head), Chief Client & Business Operations Officer, and Global Managing Director
Initiative
London
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Provide high-level EA support across three senior leaders, managing complex diaries and prioritising shifting schedules
- Coordinate international and domestic travel itineraries, ensuring seamless logistics
- Handle expense reporting and invoice processing in a timely and confidential manner
- Lead the planning and execution of client-facing events and internal agency functions, including team socials, strategy sessions, and large-scale campaigns
- Collaborate with stakeholders, vendors, and venues to deliver high-quality experiences aligned with brand objectives
- Provide day-to-day administrative support and act as a central point of contact for internal coordination
Personal Assistant to Senior Vice President - Regional CIO / Head of Content Platform Technology (Maternity Cover)
Sony Pictures
London
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Organised and delivered team events, socials, and creative sessions, including vendor liaising and logistics coordination
- Managed diaries, scheduled international meetings, and supported executive travel
- Processed expenses and department invoices
- Assisted with creative projects and training rollouts
- Supported onboarding and departmental communications
- Coordinated off-site events and contributed to a positive team culture through thoughtful planning
Personal Assistant / Office Manager to Head of Department
Knight Frank
London
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Led event coordination for internal socials, leadership retreats, and team-building activities
- Supported department-wide meetings with scheduling, catering, and materials
- Arranged global travel and visa documentation
- Designed PowerPoint decks and supported client presentations
- Managed administrative operations and supplier relationships
Executive Assistant to Managing Director
Oaks Estate Agents
London
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Supported executive meetings and internal communication
- Organised logistics for events, team functions, and company gatherings
- Produced board-level presentations and communications
- Provided administrative support across departments and managed new hire onboarding
Team Assistant
Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward
London
07.2015 - 01.2019
- Coordinated open days and local marketing events
- Managed office communications and promotional campaigns
- Supported with vendor liaison and administrative logistics
Team Assistant
Barnard Marcus
London
05.2013 - 07.2015
- Assisted with event mailouts and promotional launches
- Provided customer-facing support and handled advertising logistics
Education
A-Levels - Performing Arts, English Literature, Business Studies
GCSEs - English - B, Maths - C, Science - B
Oasis Academy Coulsdon
Skills
- Self-motivated
- Fast learner
- Great Multi-tasker
- Trustworthy
- Confident decision-maker
- Positive attitude
- Team player
Timeline
Executive Assistant to Chief Strategy Officer (EMEA & UK Head), Chief Client & Business Operations Officer, and Global Managing Director
Initiative
09.2023 - 04.2025
Personal Assistant to Senior Vice President - Regional CIO / Head of Content Platform Technology (Maternity Cover)
Sony Pictures
04.2023 - 09.2023
Personal Assistant / Office Manager to Head of Department
Knight Frank
01.2022 - 04.2023
Executive Assistant to Managing Director
Oaks Estate Agents
01.2019 - 12.2021
Team Assistant
Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward
07.2015 - 01.2019
Team Assistant
Barnard Marcus
05.2013 - 07.2015
GCSEs - English - B, Maths - C, Science - B
Oasis Academy Coulsdon
A-Levels - Performing Arts, English Literature, Business Studies
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