Nicolene

Creative Executive Assistant | Executive Operations Support

Nicolene

1,700/mo
Port Shepstone, South Africa
Looking for Full-time
8 hours/day
Availability: US timezone

Profile Description

Senior Executive Partner with 17+ years of experience supporting C-suite leaders in complex, regulated environments. I bring structured executive infrastructure to leadership teams through governance-aligned reporting, strategic planning support, operational cadence control, and crisis management frameworks. Recognized for anticipatory execution, decision sequencing, and enterprise-level discretion, I enable executives to focus on growth, oversight, and high-impact leadership.

Top Skills

Account Management · 10 yearsCalendar Management · 10 yearsCoaching & Mentoring · 10 yearsContract Review · 10 yearsCorporate Training · 10 years

Skills & Expertise

Customer Success

Live Chat SupportExpert
Email SupportExpert
Video SupportExpert
Ticket ManagementExpert

Data & Analytics

Excel (Advanced)Expert
Google Sheets (Advanced)Advanced

Design & Creative

CanvaExpert

E-commerce & Marketplace

Facebook MarketplaceExpert
GumroadIntermediate

Finance & Accounting

Budget ManagementExpert

Human Resources

RecruitmentExpert
Policy WritingExpert
Candidate SourcingAdvanced

Marketing & Growth

Email MarketingExpert
ChatGPT for MarketingIntermediate

Sales & Business Development

Proposal WritingExpert
Account ManagementExpert
Sales PresentationsExpert
NegotiationExpert

Specialized Skills

Contract ReviewExpert
Employee RelationsExpert
Coaching & MentoringExpert
Curriculum DevelopmentExpert
Corporate TrainingExpert
OnboardingExpert

Virtual Assistance & Admin

Calendar ManagementExpert
Travel PlanningExpert
Data EntryExpert
Executive Assistant ServicesExpert
Research & Information GatheringExpert
Email ManagementExpert
Document ManagementExpert
Meeting CoordinationExpert
Personal Assistant ServicesExpert

Work Experience

Insurance Specialist | Remote

Stepp Consult

Jun 2025 - Present

Key Achievements:

Provide executive-level operational oversight across diversified personal and commercial insurance portfolios. Conduct structured annual risk assessments and policy optimisation reviews aligned to compliance standards. Manage end-to-end claims lifecycle coordination, ensuring stakeholder alignment and documentation control. Maintain FAIS compliance and audit-ready governance documentation. Negotiate underwriting terms on complex risk placements. Drive new business development through structured prospecting and referral systems. Act as liaison between clients, underwriters, and compliance stakeholders to ensure operational continuity.

Email SupportLive Chat SupportCanvaEmail MarketingChatGPT for MarketingPolicy WritingProposal WritingBudget ManagementAccount ManagementContract ReviewNegotiationSales PresentationsCalendar ManagementData EntryExecutive Assistant ServicesEmail ManagementResearch & Information GatheringMeeting CoordinationPersonal Assistant ServicesDocument ManagementFacebook MarketplaceExcel (Advanced)

Digital Content & Graphic Design Consultant (Freelance) | Remote

Simply Templates Designs

Mar 2020 - Present

Key Achievements:

Partner with business owners and senior decision-makers to structure executive documentation and business plans. Develop board-ready presentation decks, financial modelling frameworks, feasibility analyses, and growth strategy documentation. Translate business vision into structured implementation roadmaps. Standardize documentation systems and branded reporting frameworks. Manage independent client projects from concept through structured execution. Implement AI-enhanced content systems and workflow optimisation tools to improve operational efficiency.

Ticket ManagementCanvaBudget ManagementRecruitingGumroadExcel (Advanced)Email SupportVideo SupportGoogle Sheets (Advanced)Facebook MarketplaceCandidate SourcingEmail MarketingChatGPT for MarketingPolicy WritingProposal WritingSales PresentationsAccount ManagementOnboardingContract ReviewNegotiationRecruitmentEmployee RelationsCoaching & MentoringCurriculum DevelopmentCalendar ManagementTravel PlanningData EntryCorporate TrainingExecutive Assistant ServicesDocument ManagementEmail ManagementResearch & Information GatheringPersonal Assistant ServicesMeeting Coordination

Insurance Specialist | Remote

Addsure Pty Ltd

Oct 2018 - Jun 2025

Key Achievements:

Managed a portfolio exceeding 300 active personal and commercial clients. Structured comprehensive insurance solutions including liability and specialised risk products. Negotiated complex underwriting placements and optimized coverage structuring. Oversaw claims documentation and resolution processes. Maintained high client retention through proactive portfolio engagement and structured communication. Ensured regulatory compliance and audit-ready documentation management.

Live Chat SupportTicket ManagementCanvaBudget ManagementEmail SupportExcel (Advanced)Video SupportGoogle Sheets (Advanced)Facebook MarketplaceCandidate SourcingEmail MarketingAccount ManagementOnboardingCoaching & MentoringContract ReviewSales PresentationsChatGPT for MarketingProposal WritingNegotiationRecruitmentPolicy WritingEmployee RelationsCalendar ManagementExecutive Assistant ServicesDocument ManagementPersonal Assistant ServicesEmail ManagementData EntryCorporate TrainingMeeting CoordinationResearch & Information GatheringTravel PlanningCurriculum DevelopmentRecruiting

Insurance Specialist | Remote

Faulds & Associates

Jul 2012 - Oct 2018

Key Achievements:

Built and serviced long-term personal and commercial insurance portfolios. Managed motor and non-motor claims documentation and structured submissions. Delivered risk-aligned solutions based on client exposure assessments. Generated new business through structured networking and referral engagement. Maintained compliance standards in regulated advisory environments.

Live Chat SupportTicket ManagementCanvaBudget ManagementRecruitingExcel (Advanced)Email SupportVideo SupportGoogle Sheets (Advanced)Facebook MarketplaceCandidate SourcingEmail MarketingAccount ManagementOnboardingCoaching & MentoringCalendar ManagementExecutive Assistant ServicesDocument ManagementData EntryCorporate TrainingEmployee RelationsEmail ManagementTravel PlanningCurriculum DevelopmentRecruitmentResearch & Information GatheringPersonal Assistant ServicesMeeting Coordination

Executive Assistant & Practice Operations Lead

Old Mutual PTY Ltd

May 2008 - Jul 2012

Key Achievements:

Managed full operational infrastructure of a regulated financial advisory practice on behalf of the Financial Advisor. Oversaw compliance administration aligned with corporate governance standards. Coordinated executive calendar management, client meetings, and reporting cycles. Prepared financial documentation, quotations, and audit-ready compliance records. Liaised directly with corporate stakeholders, service providers, and compliance officers. Supported marketing initiatives and structured business development efforts. Maintained strict confidentiality and regulatory governance controls.

Live Chat SupportTicket ManagementBudget ManagementEmail SupportExcel (Advanced)Facebook MarketplaceCandidate SourcingGoogle Sheets (Advanced)Sales PresentationsProposal WritingNegotiationContract ReviewOnboardingEmployee RelationsCurriculum DevelopmentCorporate TrainingCalendar ManagementExecutive Assistant ServicesPersonal Assistant ServicesEmail ManagementData EntryResearch & Information GatheringMeeting CoordinationTravel PlanningDocument Management

Quick Stats

Age38 years
English LevelFluent
Other Languages
AfrikaansFluent
EnglishFluent
ID VerificationNot verified
Portfolio
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