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Weronika Patyk

Executive and Management Assistant

€250/day
Arnhem, NL
8-15 years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Weronika

I help organisations and leaders work more efficiently by providing high-quality executive, operational, and event support. With over a decade of experience across international environments, I combine strong organisational skills with a hands-on, proactive approach to get things done smoothly and on time.

My background spans both the nonprofit and corporate sectors, supporting senior leadership teams, coordinating events and projects, and ensuring seamless day-to-day operations. I have a proven record of managing complex calendars, international travel, board meetings, and confidential correspondence - always with precision, professionalism, and discretion.

What makes me stand out is my ability to connect the dots between people, processes, and priorities. I am skilled at creating structure, improving workflows, and anticipating needs before they arise. Whether it is planning a high-profile international event, onboarding new staff, or ensuring compliance with HR and travel procedures, I bring clarity, reliability, and calm under pressure.

Typical projects I lead or support include:
• Executive and administrative support for leadership teams
• Planning and delivery of hybrid or in-person international events
• HR coordination, onboarding, and employee communication
• Cross-department collaboration and stakeholder engagement
• Process improvements and digital tool implementation (SharePoint, Teams, CRM)

Fluent in English and Polish and based in the Netherlands, I thrive in multicultural settings where professionalism, trust, and collaboration matter. I’m passionate about supporting purposeful organisations - helping them stay organised, communicate effectively, and focus on what truly drives their mission forward.
  • English

    Native or bilingual

  • Polish

    Native or bilingual

Can work on-site
Arnhem (up to 50km)

Experience

  • Bright Blue
    Head of Events and Operations
    PUBLIC SECTOR
    October 2021 - July 2022 (9 months)
    London, UK
    Acted as Office Manager and Executive Assistant to the Director, managing calendars, correspondence
    Oversaw office operations and HR administration, including maintaining staff records, coordinating contracts, managing leave schedules, and supporting policy updates
    Fully managed the switch to hybrid and online mode during the pandemic
    Led on organisation of national and international hybrid events for COP26 in Glasgow
    Managed a team of 5 responsible for organising 20+ hybrid and in-person events during the Party Conference, meeting tight deadlines and exceeding client expectations

    executive assistant Events Google Sheets Mailchimp Team management
  • Bright Blue
    Events and Operations Manager
    PUBLIC SECTOR
    May 2019 - October 2021 (2 years and 5 months)
    London, United Kingdom
    Led on Bright Blue events with senior political figures, media representatives, academics, and experts
    Built relationships with key stakeholders to maximise on event opportunities and meet business priorities
    Investigated potential business opportunities
    Coordinated Digital Marketing including social media and creative design for promotional material
    Planned 20 events for Party Conference with full responsibility for logistics, setup, budget creation, contracts, marketing, and relationship-building
    Social media administrative support executive assistant Mailchimp Team management
  • Commonwealth Enterpriseand Investment Council
    Operations Manager
    January 2018 - May 2019 (1 year and 4 months)
    London, United Kingdom
    Oversaw diary, travel, and meeting management for Chairman, CEO, and Directors, ensuring smooth operations in a high-profile international setting Created and developed conference agendas through comprehensive research and analysis
    Collaborated with governments, ministers and business stakeholders thus building strong multinational relationships
    Provided high-level assistance for the effective delivery of events as well as ministerial and pan Commonwealth meetings
    Organised conferences while delivering speaker assistance Spearheaded and organised trade missions to India, Malaysia, Canada, and Australia, comprising of 20+ participants to attend Commonwealth games and Trade 2018 events Developed strategic plans to establish successful Commonwealth Business Forums in London and Malta, attended by Heads of Government, ministers, and business leaders

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Education

  • Master of Science
    Birkbeck College, University of London
    2012
    Master of Science
  • Bachelor of Arts
    Uniwersytet Kazimierza
    2010
    Bachelor of Arts

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