Interior Designer | FF&E Coordination & Procurement at Ooh Ahh Property Staging (2023-01 – Present)
- Delivered residential interior design, FF&E and property staging projects with budgets ranging from £2,500 to £25,000.
- Sourced furniture, lighting, accessories, materials and finishes from a broad network of suppliers, balancing design requirements, budgets and lead times.
- Produced and maintained FF&E schedules, specifications, budgets and procurement documentation throughout the lifecycle of residential interior projects.
- Established and managed trade accounts with furniture, lighting and homeware suppliers to support sourcing and procurement across multiple projects.
- Maintained procurement schedules, supplier records and project information to support accurate tracking of orders, deliveries and installation programmes.
- Researched and onboarded new suppliers and products to expand sourcing options and support project requirements.
- Produced project budgets and cost schedules to support procurement decisions and overall project delivery.
- Managed multiple supplier relationships simultaneously, coordinating sourcing activities, quotations, lead times and delivery requirements across residential interior projects.
- Coordinated supplier communications, deliveries, lead times and installation schedules to ensure projects were delivered efficiently and on time.
- Managed 2–5 concurrent projects, maintaining accurate project information, supplier records and procurement documentation across multiple workstreams.
- Liaised with suppliers, contractors and clients throughout the project lifecycle to support smooth coordination and successful project delivery.
- Sourced and specified furniture, lighting, materials and accessories, identifying suitable alternatives where required to meet budget, availability or programme constraints.
- Produced concept presentations, mood boards and visual documentation to support client decision-making and project approvals.
- Led on-site installations and styling, overseeing final implementation and presentation of completed schemes.
- Refined schemes in response to client feedback, site constraints and budget considerations while maintaining overall design intent.
- Produced 3D models and layout drawings in SketchUp
Business & Private PA at Kambiz Golchin, ENT Consultant & Facial Plastic Surgeon (2018-04 – 2019-07)
Provided high-level business and personal support within a busy private medical practice, ensuring the consultant's schedule, client experience and day-to-day operations ran seamlessly. Managed multiple priorities with discretion and precision, supporting both clinical and administrative functions.
- Managed complex and frequently changing diary, coordinating 20–40+ appointments per week, balancing consultations, procedures and personal commitments to ensure optimal time management and minimal disruption
- Acted as the first point of contact for high-net-worth clients, delivering a discreet, professional and service-led experience that supported the reputation and smooth running of the practice
- Coordinated patient appointments, invoicing and communication with private medical insurers, managing multiple client interactions daily and ensuring a streamlined, efficient client journey
- Handled highly sensitive medical documentation, including patient records and imagery, maintaining 100% confidentiality and full GDPR compliance at all times
- Supported the ongoing development and refinement of internal processes and protocols, contributing to improved operational efficiency and consistency across the practice
- Managed high-value personal and business requirements with discretion, attention to detail and a strong client-service focus
Private PA at Le Porter (2017-10 – 2018-04)
Provided personalised private PA services to high-net-worth clients, ensuring all requests, arrangements and day-to-day needs were handled seamlessly with a high level of discretion and attention to detail.
- Managed multiple client accounts simultaneously, handling daily and ad hoc lifestyle and personal requests across 5–10+ clients
- Oversaw daily operations of Estate properties
- Coordinated complex international travel and lifestyle logistics, including international travel, multi-stop itineraries and last-minute changes
- Acted as a central point of coordination across HR, Legal, Finance and Facilities, supporting cross-functional teams
- Organised events and personal engagements, managing bookings, suppliers and logistics to ensure smooth and successful delivery
- Provided team coordination and leadership across administrative tasks, suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Built and maintained long-term relationships with high-net-worth clients, resulting in repeat usage and continued trust
- Managed supplier relationships across multiple service providers per request, ensuring consistent quality and reliability
- Provided high-level personal support, anticipating client needs and ensuring a seamless, stress-free experience
- Handled urgent and last-minute requests within tight timeframes, maintaining a calm and solutions-focused approach
EA & Senior Administrator at Shire Pharmaceuticals (2009-09 – 2017-10)
Progressed within a fast-paced, highly regulated corporate environment, providing EA/PA and Office Manager support to senior leadership, including the EU Quality Director and SVP of Biosciences.
- Managed complex diaries across multiple time zones, coordinating 40+ meetings per week and ensuring effective prioritisation
- Coordinated international travel, meetings and team events (10–60+ attendees), delivering seamless logistics and execution
- Acted as a central point of coordination across HR, Legal, Finance and Facilities, supporting cross-functional teams
- Supported Office Manager responsibilities, maintaining efficient day-to-day operations and improving internal processes
- Provided team coordination and leadership across administrative tasks, suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Managed purchase orders, vendor setup, expenses and accruals, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution
- Supported onboarding and regulatory processes, ensuring compliance and smooth integration of new team members
