Operations Manager & Executive Admin
About Me
I am an experienced generalist with a strong focus on operations and cross-functional collaboration in fast-paced, remote-first startup environments. I have built my career around creating smooth workflows, supporting leadership teams, and improving processes across people operations, office management, and executive administration.
I have led day-to-day operations at Garden.io, where I supported founders directly with scheduling, communication, coordination, HR processes, vendor management, bookkeeping support, and hybrid/remote office logistics. I also contributed to cross-functional projects such as merger due diligence and compliance audits.
Previously, I worked at Airbnb (HotelTonight) as People & Workplace Manager, where I managed office operations, workspace setup, vendor coordination, and workplace integration after the acquisition. I have also held roles in general affairs and school administration, where I handled administrative support, HR coordination, event planning, and bilingual communication.
Earlier in my career, I worked in sales and hospitality leadership roles, including Director of Sales and Hotel Sales & Convention Coordinator. These positions strengthened my skills in client relationship management, contract negotiation, market analysis, event coordination, and team collaboration.
I am bilingual in German and English and comfortable working across tools such as Google Workspace, Notion, Asana, Slack, Zoom, MS Teams, Personio, Remote.com, Greenhouse, Xero, and Moss. I bring a practical, organized, and people-focused approach to operations and workplace support.
My background combines operations, HR support, executive assistance, office management, and sales experience. I am especially effective in environments that value adaptability, structure, and strong internal communication.
Skills
Project ManagementStakeholder ManagementReportingForecastingClient Relationship ManagementOnboardingVendor ManagementSlackContract NegotiationGoogle WorkspaceProcess OptimizationZoomAsanaOperations ManagementEvent PlanningEmployee EngagementEnglish LanguageOffice ManagementMiroWindows OS
Education
Diploma
Studied international tourism management and marketing.
Abitur
Secondary school leaving qualification.
Experience
Led day-to-day operations, supported founders with scheduling and coordination, managed HR processes including onboarding and offboarding, organized team events and travel logistics, handled vendor relationships and expense tracking, maintained office logistics for a hybrid/remote setup, and supported merger due diligence and compliance audits.
Managed office operations, workspace setup, and vendor coordination; planned team events; led integration of workplace services and internal processes after acquisition; aligned local office culture with global standards.
Oversaw daily office operations, managed office supplies and vendor contracts, supported HR functions including onboarding and training coordination, provided administrative assistance across departments, handled expense tracking, contributed to budget planning, and organized internal events and workshops.
Provided bilingual administrative support, prepared school records, coordinated communication between parents, students, and staff, organized events and community engagement activities, supported outreach and strategic communication, and helped maintain daily operations.
Conducted property tours, guided applicants through the leasing process, processed rental applications and background checks, managed lease documentation, supported marketing initiatives, assisted with resident retention, and responded to tenant concerns.
Developed and executed sales strategies, built client and partner relationships, analyzed market trends, represented the company at industry events, oversaw contract negotiations, and ensured client satisfaction.
Developed and executed sales strategies, managed and mentored sales staff, analyzed market trends, set sales targets, created reports and forecasts, oversaw contract negotiations, and ensured client satisfaction.
Coordinated group bookings, banquet functions, and conventions; prepared sales contracts and proposals; maintained client communication; conducted site tours and pre-convention briefings; maintained event data in sales and catering systems; collaborated with hotel operations teams.