I am a versatile Executive Assistant and Office Manager with a background in supporting senior leaders and optimizing office operations across international teams. I am known for reliability, adaptability, and a people-focused approach. I recently took time to recharge and grow, and I am excited to apply my experience and new perspectives in a meaningful role.

Beata Rakowska

I am a versatile Executive Assistant and Office Manager with a background in supporting senior leaders and optimizing office operations across international teams. I am known for reliability, adaptability, and a people-focused approach. I recently took time to recharge and grow, and I am excited to apply my experience and new perspectives in a meaningful role.

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I am a versatile Executive Assistant and Office Manager with a background in supporting senior leaders and optimizing office operations across international teams. I am known for reliability, adaptability, and a people-focused approach.

I recently took time to recharge and grow, and I am excited to apply my experience and new perspectives in a meaningful role.

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Language

English
Advanced
French
Advanced
Italian
Advanced

Work Experience

Career Break / Gap Year
November 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025
Personal development, travel, and upskilling undertaken as a planned career break.
Executive Assistant / Office Manager at Morgan Stanley
April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2024
Provided high-level administrative support to the executive team, managed calendars, scheduled meetings, and coordinated business travel. Acted as a key liaison between executives and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring smooth communication and workflow. Oversaw office operations, including budgets, vendor relationships, and facility maintenance. Coordinated internal events and supported HR functions to foster a well-organized and productive work environment.
Executive Assistant / Coordinator at Bain & Company
March 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023
Provided complex support to Partners in an English & French speaking business environment, coordinating schedules, meetings, travel, and correspondence; assisted with project coordination and internal communications.
Executive Assistant at AstraZeneca Pharma Poland Sp. z o.o.
October 1, 2020 - February 28, 2022
Supported executive leadership with calendar management, travel arrangements, and correspondence; translated documents as needed; contributed to office operations and internal communications.
HR Specialist / Recruiter at Hays Poland Sp. z o.o.
August 1, 2018 - September 30, 2019
Sourced candidates through references, direct search, and job ads; coordinated onboarding, HR administration, and training; supported HR projects and central HR team communications.
Executive Assistant at Grupa Savencia Mleczarnia Turek
April 1, 2017 - July 31, 2018
Provided executive support, helped manage schedules, and supported internal communications and documentation preparation.
Executive Assistant / Translator at Eiffage Polska Budownictwo S.A.
January 1, 2013 - March 31, 2017
Managed executive schedules, prepared reports and documents for Board/ Supervisory Board meetings, translated correspondence (English/French), and supported HR/system implementation and internal communications.
Executive Assistant at CORIS Varsovie Sp. z o.o.
August 1, 2011 - October 31, 2012
Coordinated internal/external meetings and travel, prepared meeting materials, translated documents; oversaw documentation flow and HR-related tasks; managed multi-language communications (English/French).
Management Board Coordinator at Aviva TUO SA
August 1, 2007 - February 28, 2011
Planned and organized Board activities, supported internal communications, and assisted with governance documentation and reporting.
Assistant to Member of the Managing Board at ABN AMRO Bank Polska Sp. z o.o.
August 1, 2005 - March 31, 2007
Provided high-level administrative support to the Managing Board member, contributing to meeting preparations, correspondence, and governance administration.
Reservation Sales Agent (complex) at Sheraton Warsaw Hotel & The Westin Warsaw
February 1, 2004 - July 31, 2005
Handled reservation processes and customer service with a focus on revenue maximization and quality; supported sales and guest services.

Education

Postgraduate studies in Human Resources Management at SWPS University
October 1, 2016 - September 30, 2017
Master of Italian Filology at Warsaw University
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2002

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Professional Services, Financial Services, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Real Estate & Construction, Education