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Nora

Executive and Personal Assistant

About Me

As a highly organized and detail-oriented Executive and Personal Assistant, I bring several years of experience supporting senior executives in international organizations. I specialize in managing complex schedules, coordinating international travel, preparing reports, and carefully handling confidential information. Fluent in English and Portuguese, I also provide added value through document translation and interpretation during meetings. My expertise includes remote work, event planning, and liaising with global stakeholders to ensure efficient operations. Key Accomplishments: Managed calendars and travel for C-level executives across diverse industries. Successfully organized international meetings and conferences. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Basecamp, Clickup etc. Let’s collaborate to optimize your business productivity!

Jurisdiction

Portugal | Spain | Germany | Ireland | Italy | Netherlands | France | United States

Notable Employer

  • Personal Assistant at private Family

Experience

Seniority LevelMid-Senior level
Years of Experience15-20 years
Current StatusActive
Personal Assistant to Retired Executive Private Client
2025 - Present

Provide comprehensive personal and executive assistance to a retired international executive and his spouse, managing extensive travel, accommodation, and event logistics across Europe and the U.S. • Coordinate multi-destination itineraries, including flights, train travel, ground transportation, hotel and restaurant bookings, and cultural events, ensuring all arrangements meet comfort, budget, and timing preferences. • Maintain and organize detailed travel documentation and itineraries using tools such as TripIt and Trello for real-time collaboration and clarity. • Conduct research, compare service providers, and prepare budget summaries and recommendations to support informed decision-making. • Manage personal and administrative tasks including scheduling, reminders, and financial organization. • Oversee pet boarding logistics, insurance renewals, and other personal errands requiring discretion and reliability. • Provide ongoing proactive communication, ensuring all aspects of travel and personal management run seamlessly and align with client expectations.

Personal Assistant Notableprivate Family
2023 - 2025

Private Family Office | Oct 2023-Present The following highlights key responsibilities and achievements from my work with a high-net-worth family. While these examples showcase relevant and significant tasks, they do not encompass the full scope of my role. My work extended beyond these areas, adapting to the family’s evolving needs and ensuring seamless day-to-day operations across multiple aspects of their personal, financial, and travel logistics. • Personal Assistant to a high-net-worth family of five, overseeing global travel, property management, financial coordination, and daily logistics. • Designed and managed a six-month luxury travel itinerary across Southeast Asia, arranging private and commercial flights, five-star accommodations, fine dining, visa procurement, travel insurance, private transportation, and customized activities aligned with the children home-school curriculum. • Collaborated with the relocation company to facilitate the family’s international move from the USA to Europe, overseeing shipping logistics, customs clearance, and seamless household setup. • Administered international real estate holdings, overseeing financial transactions, property management in New Zealand, California, and Switzerland, tax payments, and liaising with service providers in these countries. • Resolved a complex health insurance dispute, securing a favourable outcome through diligent research and negotiation. • Led private education recruitment, identifying, screening, a specialized teacher for the family’s children. • Planned and executed exclusive weekend getaways, coordinating private and commercial flights, high-end accommodations, VIP event access, fine dining reservations, and transportation. • Managed high-value financial transactions, including invoice processing, international bank transfers, and meticulous expense tracking. • Maintained and updated the family’s business website and database as needed.

Personal AssistantReal Estate Entrepreneur
2023 - 2024

• Provided key support in establishing a real estate business, managing company registration, liaising with accountants, and overseeing legal documentation. • Facilitated tax setup and compliance in Portugal, ensuring accurate filings and regulatory adherence. • Coordinated international relocation logistics, arranged overseas shipments, and ensured smooth transitions. • Assisted in property acquisition and development, scheduling viewings, attending construction site visits, and managing follow-ups. • Managed digital property listings, maintaining, and updating the company website and real estate platforms. • Handled real estate contracts and agreements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal requirements. • Liaised with clients, collecting, and verifying required documentation for listing agreements. • Developed compelling marketing materials, including PowerPoint presentations for property listings. • Conducted market research, analysing properties and locations to support investment decisions. • Managed personal scheduling, booking appointments, and handling administrative tasks as needed.

Executive AssistantStrider Europe BV, The Netherlands
2018 - 2022

• Provided high-level administrative support to the CEO of the European subsidiary. • Managed executive travel logistics, scheduling, and correspondence. • Coordinated corporate events and conferences, handling all travel and hospitality arrangements. • Oversaw financial administration, including budget management and expense reports. • Acted as a liaison between the executive and other departments or external contacts.

Executive Assistant EB5 Investors
2017 - 2018

• Managed the CEO's calendar, travel bookings, and personal errands. • Handled incoming calls, visitor interactions, and document organisation. • Supported the office manager with supplier relations, invoice payments, and bank deposits. • Assisted in recruitment processes, posting job ads, screening candidates, and conducting initial phone interviews. • Provided event support, booking travel and accommodations for conference staff.

Executive Assistant to CEO Openwork
2013 - 2017

• Managed executive calendar, financial transactions, and high-stakes business travel. • Planned and coordinated corporate events, international meetings, and VIP engagements. • Processed invoices, managed supplier relations, and ensured smooth office operations. • Produced fund fact sheets and related reports. • Produced documenttaionf for meetings

Education

Diploma of TranslationInstituto Superior de Linguas e Admnistração
1999 - 2004

Skills

Core skills0
Languages4

Languages

Portuguese
English
English (British)
Spanish