Syeda Raza
London,ENG
Summary
Detail-focused resource scheduler that brings proven success in overseeing administrative areas. Knowledgeable about best methods for managing resources, schedules and personnel to achieve objectives. Tech-savvy and always looking for improvement opportunities with a background working with confidential information, strict processes and ambitious targets. Also are able to thrive under pressure in high tempo environment to meet tight deadlines.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Resource Scheduler
BBC News
London
03.2023 - Current
- Manage BBC news Digital and Social team's schedule and make recommended adjustments based on demand and news agenda.
- Acted as first point of contact for work allocation queries and concerns; Courteously receiving incoming telephone calls and emails.
- Understood company, Digital Editors and Ass Ed requirements through positive and proactive engagement.
- Implemented improvements such as adding a rota pattern for each individual in the Digital and Social team to reduce company outsourcing costs and improve work life balance of journalists.
- Facilitated meetings to discuss project timelines and address scheduling concerns.
- Maintained up-to-date documentation of project timelines and milestones.
- Collaborated with a team of Digital Schedulers to maintain productivity in a fast paced environment and ensure schedules are built, freelancers are paid on time and editorial needs are met.
- Helped cover Graphics team’s daily operations , including managing short-notice sickness absences and proactively planning staff rotas to ensure consistent coverage and workflow continuity.
Early Careers Apprentice - Business Administration
BBC News
London
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Developed practical skills for enhanced productivity through hands-on training.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to complete projects on schedule
- Worked with different departments of BBC business operations such as Sustainability team, IT asset management team and Central Scheduling team.
- Mitigated potential risks effectively, safeguarded against possible pitfalls within projects.
- Ensured effective resource allocation with meticulous project scheduling.
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships through regular updates and clear communication.
- Took initiative in learning new techniques, leading to improved performance.
- Applied knowledge of materials and methods in daily work tasks.
- Executed assigned duties with attention to detail and accuracy.
Education
Level 3 Business Associate Diploma - Business Administration
Corndel
09.2022 - 03.2024
A-Levels - Sociology
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
09.2020 - 08.2022
BTEC - Health and Social Care
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
09.2020 - 08.2022
BTEC - Business Studies
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
09.2020 - 08.2022
GCSEs - English Language
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
09.2018 - 09.2020
GCSEs - Religious Education
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
09.2018 - 09.2020
GCSEs - Business Studies
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
09.2018 - 09.2020
GCSEs - English Literature
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
GCSEs - Geography
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
GCSEs - Combined Science
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
GCSEs - Maths
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
09.2018 - 09.2020
GCSEs - French
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
09.2018 - 09.2020
Skills
- Business administration
- Key stakeholder relationship building
- Ability to prioritize
- Workflow planning
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Self-Motivated
- Multitasking Abilities
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Leadership and project management skills
- Time management
- Detail oriented
Languages
English
Fluent
Urdu
Native
Punjabi
Native
Timeline
Resource Scheduler
BBC News
03.2023 - Current
Early Careers Apprentice - Business Administration
BBC News
09.2022 - 02.2024
Level 3 Business Associate Diploma - Business Administration
Corndel
09.2022 - 03.2024
A-Levels - Sociology
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
09.2020 - 08.2022
BTEC - Health and Social Care
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
09.2020 - 08.2022
BTEC - Business Studies
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
09.2020 - 08.2022
GCSEs - English Language
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
09.2018 - 09.2020
GCSEs - Religious Education
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
09.2018 - 09.2020
GCSEs - Business Studies
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
09.2018 - 09.2020
GCSEs - Maths
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
09.2018 - 09.2020
GCSEs - French
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
09.2018 - 09.2020
GCSEs - English Literature
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
GCSEs - Geography
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
GCSEs - Combined Science
St Claudine's Catholic School For Girls
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