RAQUEL SAIZ
Madrid,Spain
Summary
Administrative and office management professional with extensive experience in executive support, front-desk operations, and institutional event coordination in Spain and the United States. Skilled in calendar management, travel logistics, stakeholder communication, and handling confidential information. Known for professionalism, attention to detail, and proactive problem-solving. Seeking to contribute as Secretary, Receptionist & Events Management Officer.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Assistant
Runnymede College
Alcobendas, Madrid, Spain
01.2024 - Current
- Provide administrative support to academic and management staff
- Manage student and faculty communications
- Assist in event organization and office coordination
- Maintain confidential records and office documentation
Academic Coordinator
Condé Nast College
Madrid, Spain
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Coordinated academic activities between faculty and students
- Managed Universidad Carlos III platform and confidential records
- Provided front-desk reception and telephone support
- Supported academic and institutional events
- Coordinated schedules with internal departments
Head of Protocol & Office Manager
Baker McKenzie
Madrid, Spain
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Supervised reception services and administrative staff
- Organized national and international corporate events
- Organized travel, accommodation, and logistics for partners and clients
- Managed meeting room agendas and institutional events
- Coordinated suppliers, office materials, and maintenance
- Executive support and confidential information handling
International Educational Promotion Coordinator
Layos Camp
Madrid, Spain
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Promoted international summer programs to private schools in Miami
- Coordinated presentations with school directors and families
- Organized promotional events and logistics
Teacher & Interfest Coordinator
American School of Madrid
Madrid, Spain
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Taught Lower and Middle School students
- Coordinated Spanish pavilion for international festival
- Secured sponsorships and managed event logistics
Office Manager
IPV Trading
Miami, FL, USA
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Managed office operations and administration
- Organized product launch events and tastings
- Handled invoicing, basic accounting, and payment reconciliation
- Coordinated meetings and client communications
Education
Master in Positive Psychology -
Universidad Autónoma de Madrid
01-2023
Bachelor's Degree - English Teaching
La Salle, Universidad Autónoma
01-1996
Architecture Studies (4 years) - undefined
ETSAM Madrid
01-1992
Skills
Executive support
Calendar & agenda management
Event coordination
Confidential information handling
Stakeholder communication
Vendor coordination
Microsoft 365 & Google Drive
Canva & Prezi
LANGUAGES
Spanish — Native
English — C1
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Immediate availability
- Professional demeanor
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently
Timeline
Office Assistant
Runnymede College
01.2024 - Current
Academic Coordinator
Condé Nast College
01.2023 - 01.2024
Head of Protocol & Office Manager
Baker McKenzie
01.2020 - 01.2023
International Educational Promotion Coordinator
Layos Camp
01.2018 - 01.2020
Teacher & Interfest Coordinator
American School of Madrid
01.2016 - 01.2018
Office Manager
IPV Trading
01.2010 - 01.2016
Bachelor's Degree - English Teaching
La Salle, Universidad Autónoma
Architecture Studies (4 years) - undefined
ETSAM Madrid
Master in Positive Psychology -
Universidad Autónoma de Madrid