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Simone Cohen

Summary

Dedicated and results-oriented professional with over a decade of diverse experience across events, operations, project management, and consulting. Proven ability to meet KPIs and manage teams effectively. Seeking new opportunities in both part-time and full-time roles.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Operations Director

James Owen Limited
07.2019 - Current
  • Drove continuous improvement and innovation in collaboration with management team.
  • Implemented strategic mission, core values and business objectives across company-wide operations.
  • Reduced costs and improved operations by analysing processes and customer feedback.
  • Negotiated with vendors and service providers to control corporate expenditures.
  • Assessed, identified and mitigated risk through strategic planning.
  • Prepared, monitored and maintained event budgets.

Consultant

Cloudreach Europe Ltd
07.2015 - 10.2019
  • Led project processes, including contract negotiation and budget management
  • Oversaw marketing team resources and provided team leadership
  • Fostered relationships with local and national vendors to support favourable pricing and delivery options.
  • Reported directly to CEO with project updates and strategy meetings
  • Facilitated smooth running of national and global events, leading pre-event team briefings to present final action plan and provide updates on last-minute details.
  • Planned and efficiently organised activities, details and timelines for large- and small-scale events.

Events Producer

Creative Skillset
02.2015 - 07.2015
  • Produced high-profile events attended by celebrities and government ministers
  • Managed project budgets and provided team leadership
  • Planned and efficiently organised activities, details and timelines for large- and small-scale events.
  • Contributed to business strategy discussions with the senior management team
  • Delegated tasks to meet changing event demands, achieving agreed timings and maintaining professional standards.
  • Identified opportunities for customer account growth to increase value and loyalty.

Marketing Operations/ Events

Cloudreach Europe Ltd
05.2012 - 01.2015
  • Managed marketing development funds and overall marketing budget
  • Set up accounts in CRM systems and maintained up-to-date client records.
  • Analysed competitors to identify opportunities for differentiation.
  • Coordinated logistics for trade shows and exhibitions.
  • Evaluated campaign performance to optimise return on investment.
  • Generated compelling content for marketing materials, boosting audience interest.
  • Coordinated promotional events to enhance brand visibility and engagement.

Director of Operations

Mapalim
London
03.2010 - 05.2012
  • Ensured the effective procurement, planning and delivery of projects
  • Provided practical and managerial support to new and existing teams
  • Negotiated and pitched for business with new and existing partners
  • Facilitated seamless running of operations by serving as a link between management and staff.
  • Monitored and reviewed operational performance, aiding improved business strategy to maximise productivity.
  • Strategically scheduled and managed 20+ staff members, maintaining high-performing business operations.

Assistant Director

Mapalim
London
06.2009 - 03.2010
  • Led on contract management and drafting and negotiating contracts with clients
  • Responsible for ensuring that project delivery was concurrent with terms and conditions
  • Liaised with managing directors to facilitate project needs and team communication.
  • Trained and managed new team members in company mission, values and policies.

Head of Training and Development

Mapalim
01.2009 - 06.2009
  • Monitored training programmes through metrics to enhance growth and productivity.
  • Managed contract milestones in line with awarding body compliance
  • Led team through successful external audits from companies including Tribal and KPMG
  • Assisted Managing Director to restructure team into smaller and more focused contingents

Executive Assistant

Mapalim
London
08.2008 - 01.2009
  • Supported and implemented new initiatives from the directorate
  • Aided the Managing Director in ensuring the quality of projects, services and programmes
  • Coordinated events and conferences, offering support with set-up and resources to guarantee smooth operations.
  • Facilitated smooth communication between CEO and members of staff.

Legal Internship

Nabarro
London
07.2008 - 08.2008
  • Worked in the Private Equity department assisting partners and associates on various projects
  • Drafted a range of legal documents, researched statutory and case law in complex legal areas
  • Created a business plan and presented it to a large audience including partners of the firm

Legal Advisor

Liberty Clinic, BPP Law School
London
10.2007 - 06.2008
  • Met with clients to explore potential breaches of their human rights
  • Undertook thorough legal research relevant to the clients case
  • Advised clients setting out available options for them in letters of advice

Legal Advisor

Legal Advice Centre
Manchester
10.2005 - 05.2007
  • Met with local individuals to deal with any possible cases around employment law
  • Offered practical advice on their legal position

Education

Legal Practice Course -

BPP Law School
09.2007 - 06.2008

BA - Law with Politics

University of Manchester
09.2004 - 06.2007

A-Levels -

JFS
09.1996 - 06.2003

Skills

New business development

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Timeline

Operations Director

James Owen Limited
07.2019 - Current

Consultant

Cloudreach Europe Ltd
07.2015 - 10.2019

Events Producer

Creative Skillset
02.2015 - 07.2015

Marketing Operations/ Events

Cloudreach Europe Ltd
05.2012 - 01.2015

Director of Operations

Mapalim
03.2010 - 05.2012

Assistant Director

Mapalim
06.2009 - 03.2010

Head of Training and Development

Mapalim
01.2009 - 06.2009

Executive Assistant

Mapalim
08.2008 - 01.2009

Legal Internship

Nabarro
07.2008 - 08.2008

Legal Advisor

Liberty Clinic, BPP Law School
10.2007 - 06.2008

Legal Practice Course -

BPP Law School
09.2007 - 06.2008

Legal Advisor

Legal Advice Centre
10.2005 - 05.2007

BA - Law with Politics

University of Manchester
09.2004 - 06.2007

A-Levels -

JFS
09.1996 - 06.2003

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