Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
PRIOR WORK SUMMARY
Hobbies and Interests
References
Timeline
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SAMANTHA MCINTYRE

LONDON

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Personal Carer

New Age Care (Self Employed)
11.2022 - 06.2024
  • Delivered compassionate, anti-discriminatory care to uphold dignity for clients with diverse needs, from companionship to more complex and end of life/palliative care - both in a domiciliary and 24 hour live in care setting. Comprehensively handling every aspect of their personal and medical needs to enable each individual to continue living comfortably and independently in their own home.


Health Care Assistant

Bluebird Care
03.2022 - 10.2022
  • ***Duties as above***

Virtual Business Assistant

Freelance (Based in SE Asia)
07.2019 - 01.2022
  • Managed all client communications through calls, emails, and live chat, delivering prompt solutions.
  • Coordinated multi-attendee global meetings using various remote working platforms.
  • Oversaw diary, travel, expenses, and event management as required.
  • Facilitated regular checkpoint calls, documenting minutes and ensuring action completion.
  • Reported on project milestones to track progress effectively.
  • Designed website and managed social media presence, ensuring consistent engagement.
  • Handled various day-to-day admin responsibilities to maintain smooth business operations.

Personal Assistant to GM & Senior Vice Presidents

IBM
02.2008 - 05.2017
  • Managed comprehensive email correspondence, monitored issues, and ensured timely responses.
  • Coordinated complex diary and meeting schedules with C-level client assistants and IBM HQ in Armonk, USA.
  • Executed global travel bookings, including flights and accommodation, while sourcing best prices and creating detailed itineraries.
  • Processed expenses accurately and promptly, adhering to policy guidelines and reconciling credit cards.
  • Oversaw weekly management and quarterly board meetings, managing agendas, documentation, minutes, actions, and follow-ups.
  • Raised purchase orders and managed invoicing systems for events across sectors efficiently.
  • Supported project management through PowerPoint presentations, checkpoint calls, action tracking, and milestone governance.
  • Served as primary liaison for senior recruitment candidates, designing effective induction plans for all levels.

Marketing & Internal Communications Support Lead (Dual Role)

IBM
02.2011 - 05.2017
  • Led comprehensive event management for bi-annual sessions, hosting over 100 attendees.
  • Coordinated high-profile events, including Analyst Briefings and international client engagements.
  • Planned an event featuring Prince Charles as guest speaker.
  • Managed end-to-end processes, including PO creation, budgeting, and performer sourcing.
  • Arranged annual Wimbledon Tennis Leadership Client experience to ensure seamless operations.
  • Implemented first European newsletters by designing templates and compiling content.
  • Executed inaugural Europe Community Social landing page to enhance digital engagement.
  • Designed digital signatures and graphics for senior executives, ensuring branding consistency.

Education

8 GCSEs -

Raines Foundation Secondary School
01.1990 - 01.1996

Access into University Intensive A-Level Course - Math, English, Sociology, Physics, Biology & Chemistry

Newham College of Further Education
01.2004 - 01.2005

Physiotherapy BSc - Year 1 only completed

University of East London
01.2005 - 01.2006

Skills

  • Advanced MS Office
  • Board Level Meeting Management
  • C-Suite/Global Client Liaison
  • Diary & Travel Management
  • Project Management Assistance
  • Social & Digital Eminence
  • Problem Solver
  • Global Events Management
  • Implementing New Systems
  • Time & Prioritization Management
  • Resilience and adaptability
  • Motivational engagement
  • Confidentiality assurance
  • Client confidentiality

PRIOR WORK SUMMARY

  • OCT 2007 – FEB 2008: Hermes - Finance Team Assistant
  • SEPT 2006 - SEPT 2007: Profile Group (Dubai) - Team Assistant
  • 2002 - 2006: NHS Out of Hours Walk-In Centre - Part-Time Reception / Admin
  • 2003 - 2004: Tate & Lyle - Office Manager / Site Coordinator Operator
  • 2002 - 2003: Equitable Life - Pensions Policy Administrator
  • 2000 – 2001: Coffee Point - Service Call Centre
  • 1997 – 1999: Stoll Moss Theatres - Front of House, Box Office and Stage Door Reception Staff

Hobbies and Interests

Volunteering at Animal Networks & Cat Shelters - Live Sport Events inc; Football, Horse Racing, Snooker, F1, UFC - True Crime Documentaries - Passionate Football Fan - Travel & Different Cultures - UK / US Politics & Current Affairs - Long Country & Coastal Walks - Fast Cars - All Food & Cooking. 

References

REFERENCES AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY UPON REQUEST

Timeline

Personal Carer

New Age Care (Self Employed)
11.2022 - 06.2024

Health Care Assistant

Bluebird Care
03.2022 - 10.2022

Virtual Business Assistant

Freelance (Based in SE Asia)
07.2019 - 01.2022

Marketing & Internal Communications Support Lead (Dual Role)

IBM
02.2011 - 05.2017

Personal Assistant to GM & Senior Vice Presidents

IBM
02.2008 - 05.2017

Physiotherapy BSc - Year 1 only completed

University of East London
01.2005 - 01.2006

Access into University Intensive A-Level Course - Math, English, Sociology, Physics, Biology & Chemistry

Newham College of Further Education
01.2004 - 01.2005

8 GCSEs -

Raines Foundation Secondary School
01.1990 - 01.1996
SAMANTHA MCINTYRE