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Yelyzaveta Rudiuk

Edinburg

Summary

Motivated MA (Hons) Modern Languages, Communication, and Cultures student with extensive experience in customer service, hospitality, and front office management. Skilled in HR communication and benefits, with a passion for administrative excellence. Certified in Business Negotiations and Global Understanding, bringing strong organizational, interpersonal, and cross-cultural communication skills to support university operations effectively.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HR Compensation and Benefits Intern

UserTesting
Edinburgh
06.2024 - 09.2024

* Ensured comprehensive benefits coverage (private medical insurance, pension, and other

company perks) for employees across EMEA by generating and analysing weekly and monthly reports

* Spearheaded the creation of a Parental Leave Policy in Australia, which is now fully

implemented and contributes to the company’s global commitment to employees' well-being

* Onboarded new joiners, answered queries via email and Slack, and ensured successful vendor communication

* Presented key employee ‘Personas’ based on in-depth interviews at the 2024 People Team

Summit in Atlanta, Georgia, shaping strategic decisions for global benefits enhancements

* Designed and executed promotional campaigns for the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Front Office Team Member

Ibis Hotel
Edinburgh
04.2024 - 06.2024

* Delivered culturally sensitive guest services in a high-pressure environment, ensuring

seamless communication and positive experiences for diverse clientele

* Produced and analysed daily, weekly, and monthly administrative reports to optimise

operational efficiency

* Handled inquiries across multiple platforms (email, Booking.com, Expedia) in four languages, demonstrating strong multilingual communication skills

* Thrived in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities with professionalism and attention to detail, while fostering an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere

Front of House

Heriot-Watt University Student Union
Edinburgh
08.2023 - 05.2024

* Demonstrated exceptional communication skills by effectively resolving customer inquiries

* Provided outstanding customer service

* Coordinated event catering operations, ensuring timely delivery and presentation of high

quality food and beverages

* Managed planning and execution of weekly events, ensuring a smooth experience for the

attendees

Education

Master of Arts - Communications & Languages

Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh
06-2026

Erasmus Exchange - Intercultural Management, Administration, Language

Université De Tours
Tours, France
12-2024

First Class High School Honours - 17 Subjects Studied

Vasylkiv High
06-2021

Skills

  • Administration & Business Strategies
  • Microsoft 365 & Excel
  • Cross-Cultural Communication
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Work Under Pressure

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Professional
Ukrainian
Native/ Bilingual
Russian
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

Global Understanding, University of Tours in collaboration with ECU, USA, and Universidad Continental, Peru, 12/2024

Over a course of 4 months I have been collaborating with French, Peruvian and American students in order to establish cross cultural understanding and international exchange, as well as promote peace and understanding in a multinational environment.

Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills, University of Michigan, 03/2024, I successfully completed a course on negotiations at the University of Michigan. Through this course, I learned how to prepare for negotiations, recognize and avoid potential pitfalls, create and finalize business contracts, understand the legal aspects of a contract, as well as enhance my dispute resolution abilities. I gained essential skills: critical thinking, effective situation evaluation, and persuasion.

Timeline

HR Compensation and Benefits Intern

UserTesting
06.2024 - 09.2024

Front Office Team Member

Ibis Hotel
04.2024 - 06.2024

Front of House

Heriot-Watt University Student Union
08.2023 - 05.2024

Master of Arts - Communications & Languages

Heriot-Watt University

Erasmus Exchange - Intercultural Management, Administration, Language

Université De Tours

First Class High School Honours - 17 Subjects Studied

Vasylkiv High
Yelyzaveta Rudiuk