With over 10 years of experience supporting executives and managing operations, I take pride in delivering trusted, high-level assistance that keeps leadership focused and organisations running smoothly. My expertise lies in managing complex diaries, coordinating travel and events, handling confidential information, and building strong stakeholder relationships. I thrive on creating structure and order in fast-paced environments, ensuring executives are fully prepared and supported. Having progressed into an Operations Manager role, I bring additional strength in HR, finance, and process improvement while remaining passionate about the EA role. I’m ready to contribute my expertise, discretion, and dedication to a team where I can enable leaders to focus on strategy and impact.

Marina - VA Assist

With over 10 years of experience supporting executives and managing operations, I take pride in delivering trusted, high-level assistance that keeps leadership focused and organisations running smoothly. My expertise lies in managing complex diaries, coordinating travel and events, handling confidential information, and building strong stakeholder relationships. I thrive on creating structure and order in fast-paced environments, ensuring executives are fully prepared and supported. Having progressed into an Operations Manager role, I bring additional strength in HR, finance, and process improvement while remaining passionate about the EA role. I’m ready to contribute my expertise, discretion, and dedication to a team where I can enable leaders to focus on strategy and impact.

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With over 10 years of experience supporting executives and managing operations, I take pride in delivering trusted, high-level assistance that keeps leadership focused and organisations running smoothly. My expertise lies in managing complex diaries, coordinating travel and events, handling confidential information, and building strong stakeholder relationships. I thrive on creating structure and order in fast-paced environments, ensuring executives are fully prepared and supported.

Having progressed into an Operations Manager role, I bring additional strength in HR, finance, and process improvement while remaining passionate about the EA role. I’m ready to contribute my expertise, discretion, and dedication to a team where I can enable leaders to focus on strategy and impact.

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Work Experience

Executive and Operations Support at Office of the Leader of the Opposition (Victoria)
September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Led executive and operational support within a government opposition office, supporting the Leader of the Opposition and senior staff. Reviewed, refined, and fully digitised core office processes, lifting accuracy, transparency, and turnaround times across invitations, correspondence, and stakeholder management. Managed ministerial email correspondence, meeting requests, and complex scheduling; prepared briefing materials and coordinated cross-portfolio liaison. Supported high-level communication with community groups, peak bodies, and government agencies. Implemented structured templates and digital systems for events, meetings, and document management; triaged enquiries to relevant MPs and shadow ministers, enabling timely and accurate portfolio responses.
Operations Manager (Promoted from Executive Assistant) at Good Talent Media
January 1, 2024 - Present
Managed CEO’s calendar, travel, and confidential correspondence. Coordinated strategic projects and PR campaigns across the agency. Planned and executed client events, media launches, and internal initiatives. Supported HR processes including recruitment, onboarding, and training. Designed and delivered a bespoke client social media platform and automated workflows through a tailored CRM.
Executive & Recruitment Assistant at MAHLAB LEGAL RECRUITMENT
October 1, 2018 - September 30, 2022
Supported consultants with recruitment, interviews, and compliance. Managed confidential databases and candidate documentation. Coordinated national travel and client meetings. Balanced client-facing service with administrative accuracy across high-volume recruitment cycles.
Executive Assistant at NARANDA MEADOWS (PRIVATE FAMILY OFFICE)
March 1, 2016 - October 31, 2018
Organised travel, meetings, and events for executives. Maintained confidential financial records and legal documents. Supported directors with procurement, office management, and compliance. Key Achievement: Developed streamlined documentation processes for board decision-making.
Senior Property Manager at BURNHAM REAL ESTATE
August 1, 2012 - March 31, 2016
Managed a 400-property portfolio, leasing, inspections, and maintenance. Introduced digital inspection tools to improve reporting and service delivery.
Consultant & Team Leader at FLIGHT CENTRE
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2012
Led consultants and team operations, coordinating customer service and travel arrangements, and supporting regional sales targets in a fast-paced travel environment.
Recruiter at PINNACLE RECRUITMENT (CONTRACT)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Contract recruiter supporting recruitment processes, candidate screening, and client coordination.
Restaurant Supervisor at CROWN LIMITED
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2006
Supervised restaurant operations, staff management, customer service, and service standards.

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Qualifications

Diploma of Business Management
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Certificate IV in Property Services
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Certificate IV in Tourism
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Chris Helder: The Power of Influence (Workshop)
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Diploma of Business Management
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Certificate IV in Property Services
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Certificate IV in Tourism
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
The Power of Influence Workshop (Chris Helder)
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education, Real Estate & Construction, Travel & Hospitality, Other