Catherine Kearney

Executive Personal Assistant with 20+ years supporting CEOs, Partners, and leadership teams across Automotive, Oil & Gas, Telecommunications, Financial Services — and most recently, a private equity–backed startup. Operates instinctively in high-pressure, high-stakes environments where discretion, speed, and strategic foresight are essential. Expert in transforming chaos into operational clarity, driving efficiency across global teams, and anticipating needs before they surface.

• Built and led high-performing HR and PA teams, enabling seamless global operations across business units and time zones.
• Engineered communication channels that translated executive vision into operational execution, driving alignment and velocity.
• Became a trusted adviser to boards and leadership through strategic relationship-building and relentless delivery.
• Negotiated building contracts, pension schemes, and payroll systems with external stakeholders, securing optimal outcomes.
• Partnered with HR and Finance to secure headcount, improve retention, and scale infrastructure during growth phases.
• Delivered governance coordination, board pack preparation, and statutory compliance with precision and discretion.
• Managed global training programs for leaders and stakeholders—both virtual and in-person—ensuring consistency and impact.
• Coordinated the setup of international offices, collaborating with solicitors, embassies, and foreign offices to enable global business launches.

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  • Blueprint One World – Company Secretary Certification

    Advanced training in governance, statutory compliance, and board coordination across regulated industries.

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

    Globally recognized credential in strategic project delivery, stakeholder alignment, and cross-functional execution.

  • Leaving Certificate (A-Level Equivalent)

    Subjects: Mathematics, English, Business Organisation, Business Economics, Economics, Biology, Geography, Agricultural Economics

    Demonstrates early aptitude in analytical thinking, commercial awareness, and environmental context—reinforcing your executive and rural logistics blend.