Karin Meyer

I am a highly motivated, hardworking, and enthusiastic individual. I welcome challenges. I work well under pressure and capable to work effectively on my own as well, always ensure that the highest standards are maintained.

I am passionate about working with others and also remote and independently. I believe that every aspect of one’s life should receive and share as much input and dedication as possible, as it directly reflects one’s character. I believe that I have the necessary experience and motivation to ensure that tasks or projects are completed and then developed to their full potential through complete dedication and energy.

Full-time Mother - HomeCreator

(2011-08)

Mutual agreement in marriage to give up my career to take care of the kids when we returned to South Africa.

• Communication
• Analytical /research skills (“A mother does better research than the FBI”)
• Managing multiple functions (maintenance, shopping, cooking, prioritizing, finances)
• Planning / organizing (meal planning, routines, outings, investing in constructive play and learn for both my boys)

International Sales Administrator - ArcelorMittal – Luxembourg - Luxembourg

(2010-04 - 2011-08)

• Input of steel orders on SAP system
• Preparation of proforma invoices
• Preparation of invoices on SAP
• Compiling reports (MS Word)
• Updating information (MS Excel)

International Mobility Administrator - ArcelorMittal – Luxembourg - Luxembourg

(2008-03 - 2010-03)

• Creating a database for expats worldwide
• Preparing packages for expats contracts Worldwide (MS Excel)
• Overall support for presenting expat packages
• Assisting in reviewing quotations from removal companies

PA to the EVP Group HR - ArcelorMittal – London, United Kingdom - London, United Kingdom

(2007-10 - 2008-02)

• Organizing diary, travel arrangements, and visas for the EVP of HR
• HR administration for the UK Corporate Office
• SAP invoice input for HR
• Preparation of board meeting presentations
• Preparation of Bonuses for Authorization by EVP Human Resources
• Managing payroll for 350 staff on two separate rolls (hourly & monthly)
• Handling employee Payroll and Medical Aid and Pension Applications
• New Contracts for Office based in UK only
• Liaise with IT and Office Management for new equipment and office space for new employees

Various Positions in the United Kingdom - United Kingdom

(2006 - 2007)

Husband relocated

• HR Administrator for (Southwark Bridge)
• Reconciliation /Finance Clerk for (Oxford Circus)
• PA to Deputy General Secretary, (Wimbledon)

Payroll and HR Administrator - Duferco Steel Processing Ltd

(2003-02 - 2006-02)

• Payroll administration within the HR Department
• Setup for new starters, leavers, and changes on HR database
• LBS, UIF, Skills Development Levy
• Bargaining Council returns (MEIBC Sick Fund)
• Administration of medical aid and provident fund schemes
• Overtime calculations and payments
• Reconciliation of all payroll payments and deductions
• Corporate check payments via VIP reporting
• Financial data entry
• Annual IRP5 submission to SARS
• Annual increases and updates on the payroll system
• Processing quarterly bonuses

Office Administrator /PA/Receptionist - Highveld PFS – Professional Financial Services (SA)

(1997-03 - 2002-11)

• Administrative support to senior financial staff
• Filing, faxing, document distribution
• Answering calls and handling correspondence
• UIF administration

PA to General Management - Saambou Bank

(1994-02 - 1997-03)

• Diary and email management
• Arranging client and internal meetings
• Producing meeting minutes within 24 hours
• Supporting directors with expenses
• Handling correspondence and scheduling meetings

Matric - Secondary Education (1993 - 1993)

Electronic Secretarial Diploma

VIP Payroll Diploma

Bookkeeping Course

Various internal courses - ArcelorMittal University