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Paula Trpkova

London

Summary

Workplace management professional with a strong background in space resource allocation and optimisation. Expertise in vendor management, contract negotiation, and budget strategies, driving operational excellence and compliance. Proficient in data analysis and dashboard creation, enhancing process improvement and collaboration across teams. Skilled in stakeholder communication and team building through effective event planning initiatives.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work history

Office Manager, HR & People Experience Specialist

Yotpo
London,UK
12.2023 - Current
  • Saved £500K+ through strategic lease negotiations, vendor contract optimisation, and site selection during relocations.
  • Directed full-cycle office relocations , overseeing design concepts, floorplan development, and spatial reconfigurations to create efficient, engaging work environments.
  • Collected, analysed, and reported space utilisation and occupancy data , driving portfolio strategies and resource efficiency.
  • Oversaw vendor contracts, procurement, and multi-department budgets , implementing cost-saving measures and operational improvements.
  • Coordinated leadership meetings, executive calendars, and client communications to ensure seamless business operations.
  • Designed and executed global events, workshops, and company retreats to strengthen culture and collaboration.
  • Managed onboarding/offboarding , developed HR policies, and implemented engagement strategies to improve retention.
  • Achieved 87–98% positive feedback from employees and leadership on HR policies, office operations, and workplace experience.

Workplace Experience Coordinator

Yelp
London, UK
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Planned and executed 2x workplace transitions , including space reallocations, seating plans, and collaborative area redesigns to support headcount changes and business growth.
  • Led day-to-day workplace operations across multiple facilities, ensuring efficiency, organisation, and compliance with corporate standards.
  • Oversaw facilities management , vendor relationships, and service contracts, delivering cost-effective, high-quality workplace solutions.
  • Coordinated security, access control, maintenance schedules, and building services with internal teams and external providers.
  • Managed budgets and procurement , negotiating cost-saving agreements and optimising resource allocation.
  • Delivered employee engagement activities and corporate events to foster a collaborative workplace culture.

Workplace Coordinator

DeepMind
London, UK
06.2019 - 10.2021
  • Supported workspace layout enhancements and team seating strategies for a rapidly expanding tech workforce.
  • Coordinated vendor services, maintenance schedules, and spatial resource allocations for cross-functional teams.
  • Assisted with event planning, workplace services, and employee engagement initiatives .

Workplace Assistant

Google
London
05.2017 - 05.2019
  • Assisted with floorplan adjustments, layout design, and workspace optimisations to meet evolving team requirements.
  • Coordinated facilities services, vendor relationships, and workplace support for large-scale projects .

Education

Bachelor's degree - Tourism and Management

University of Tourism in Maribor
Slovenia

Skills

  • Space allocation and tracking
  • Workplace optimization design
  • Real estate project management
  • Vendor and contract negotiation
  • Budget management strategies
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Event planning and team building
  • Data analysis dashboards
  • Workplace management platforms
  • Process improvement excellence
  • Project tracking tools
  • Google Workspace applications
  • Team collaboration tools
  • Office administration

Languages:

English
Native
Croatian
Native
Slovenian
Native
Macedonian
Fluent
Bulgarian
Advanced
Spanish
Advanced
Italian
Advanced
German
Advanced

Certifications:

  • Human Resources Management Training – Talent acquisition & organisational strategies
  • Event Management Training – Corporate & hospitality event execution
  • Business Communication & Ethics – Professional communication and workplace ethics
  • Bioinformatics & Data Analysis – Data-driven decision-making skills
  • Marketing Communication Strategies – Branding, advertising & audience engagement
  • Hotel Industry Training – Hospitality operations and guest services

Timeline

Office Manager, HR & People Experience Specialist

Yotpo
12.2023 - Current

Workplace Experience Coordinator

Yelp
01.2021 - 01.2023

Workplace Coordinator

DeepMind
06.2019 - 10.2021

Workplace Assistant

Google
05.2017 - 05.2019

Bachelor's degree - Tourism and Management

University of Tourism in Maribor

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