KW

Karen Workman

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I am an organized and proactive Senior Executive Assistant with over 15 years supporting C-suite leaders across the oil & gas, technology, and consumer goods sectors, including substantial experience in the Middle East.

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I am an organized and proactive Senior Executive Assistant with over 15 years supporting C-suite leaders across the oil & gas, technology, and consumer goods sectors, including substantial experience in the Middle East. I excel at calendar management, complex international travel, and confidential administration, always anticipating needs and delivering calm, results-driven support. I thrive in fast-paced, global environments and enjoy turning strategic plans into smooth operations for executives and cross-functional teams.

I am known for building strong relationships with executives, partners, and colleagues, producing high-quality presentations and reports, coordinating conferences and events, and representing the company with professionalism. My aim is to enable leaders to focus on strategic priorities while I manage the details that keep initiatives on track and teams engaged.

  • 17 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Industry experience

  • Energy & Utilities
  • Software & Internet
  • Consumer Goods

Work experience· 6 roles

Senior Executive Assistant to COO, CMO, Head of Partnerships and Director of Sales · NEOM / TONOMUSAug 2021 – May 2024 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Primary point of contact for the C-Suite, managing calendars, emails, extensive international travel arrangements, and expenses. Coordinated and scheduled meetings with prepared materials, took detailed minutes, tracked action items, and followed up to ensure accountability. Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for project success, conducted research and prepared reports and presentations, and maintained confidentiality. Represented the company at global conferences, managed booth logistics, delivered presentations, answered inquiries, and cultivated leads to build brand awareness and partner relationships.

Senior Executive Assistant to the CMO and CHRO · Avon Executive OfficesSep 2016 – Jun 2021 · 4 yrs 10 mos

Managed executive calendars and ensured smooth communication flow. Planned and coordinated travel, visas where required, and logistics for UK visits. Prepared materials for Board and Management Committee meetings, supported recruitment documentation, and handled expense management. Contributed to presentation development with Marketing and ensured a productive and efficient office environment.

Executive Assistant to the Head of Operations, EMEA · WEIR Oil & GasOct 2014 – Jun 2016 · 1 yr 9 mos

Master scheduler across multiple time zones, coordinating meetings and travel (destinations included Baku, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Aberdeen). Secured visas and managed logistics, expedited document approvals, processed expenses, and supported monthly and weekly reporting. Provided discreet executive support and collaborated with Tendering for administrative tasks to support project execution.

Executive Assistant / Office Manager · ADP Dealer Services GulfMar 2013 – Oct 2014 · 1 yr 8 mos
EA to Senior Vice President, Upstream · Saudi AramcoSep 2008 – Feb 2013 · 4 yrs 6 mos
Office Manager , HR & Leave Administration · Schlumberger Oilfield UK plcAug 2006 – Aug 2008 · 2 yrs 1 mo

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