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Elena Neilenko

Business Development Representative & Assistant to Head of Sales

Elena Neilenko
Zürich, Switzerland

Experience

Apr 2021 - Present
4 years 11 months
United States

Business Development Representative & Assistant to Head of Sales

Litslink.com

  • Researched potential clients based on ICP and contacted decision-makers.
  • CRM system (HubSpot) management.
  • Built sales presentations and managed company portfolio creation and updates.
  • Identified new opportunities (sales, partnership, etc).
  • Scheduled and conducted lead qualifications and sales calls.
  • Performed competitors analysis.
  • Provided recommendations based on customers' needs.
  • Developed individual sales plans for the team.
  • Developed and implemented outbound campaigns.
  • Built relationships with existing and new clients.
  • Represented the company at industry events.
Jul 2020 - Apr 2021
10 months
United States

Sr. Executive Assistant & Event Manager & Recruiter

Litslink.com

  • Managed team of researchers, office managers, drivers, and system administrators.
  • Collaborated with external agencies, freelancers and internal graphic designers.
  • Provided professional, proactive administrative support to the President and CEO.
  • Organized events with an internal team (no event agencies involved).
  • Provided 24/7 travel assistance for business trips and family vacations.
  • Translated documents.
  • Researched investing opportunities (robotics, cybersecurity, NFT) and conducted market analysis.
  • Managed the full recruiting process from sourcing to placement.
  • Developed and grew a contractor book for temporary business opportunities in IT and non-IT roles.
  • Evaluated candidates’ skills and managed the offer process including reference checks, salary recommendations and offer letters.
  • Prepared presentations, materials, and contracts.
  • Managed purchase orders and customized manufacturing preparation and processing.
  • Handled internal communications (weekly newsletters, Confluence updates, employee surveys).
  • Developed and produced employer branding elements.
Jul 2019 - Jun 2020
1 year
Maldives

Guest Relations Executive

Hurawalhi Resort

  • Planned best transportation options from the airport to the island (seaplane and speedboat).
  • Arranged smooth and fast check-in and check-out experiences.
  • Coordinated and multi-tasked in a busy environment.
  • Handled guest complaints and concerns efficiently and timely.
  • Trained 3 new Guest Relations Executives.
  • Organized special moments and events (island weddings, underwater proposals, etc.).
  • Created memorable experiences for VIP guests during arrivals and departures.
Oct 2018 - Jul 2019
10 months
United Arab Emirates

Guest Services Executive

Jumeirah Resort

  • Created an excellent arrival experience to make guests feel welcomed.
  • Coordinated with bell service and staff management.
  • Provided guests with information on transportation and restaurant options.
  • Ensured check-in and check-out experiences were fast and enjoyable.
  • Accommodated unique requests and created WOW moments.
  • Managed room assignments to meet business and guest needs.
  • Diffused conflict or tense situations with guests.
  • Processed guest payments smoothly and accurately.
Apr 2017 - Oct 2018
1 year 7 months
Qatar

Guest Services Agent

St.Regis Hotel

  • Greeted guests upon arrival and made them feel welcomed.
  • Processed meal and beverage requests.
  • Oversaw VIP guests.
  • Trained 6 new Guest Services Agents.
Apr 2016 - May 2017
1 year 2 months
Ukraine

HR Executive & Recruiter

Dobovo.com

  • Implemented HR processes successfully.
  • Worked closely with C-level management in business decisions based on HR data.
  • Managed and maintained recruitment tracking data.
  • Led recruitment for roles at all levels.
  • Managed the employee life cycle: onboarding, offboarding, reference checks, contract creation, application screening, and training.
  • Developed and implemented a competitive reward and benefits offering.
  • Notified and coordinated social and personal insurance.
  • Consulted on general HR-related questions.
  • Organized events and HR programs.
Mar 2015 - Apr 2016
1 year 2 months
Ukraine

HR Executive & Recruiter / HR Project Manager

East Balt Ukraine

  • Conceptualized onboarding material and delivered HR process approaches.
  • Reported on talent and performance data regularly.
  • Managed payrolling for permanent and temporary employees.
  • Led and supported a variety of HR projects at local and global levels.
  • Contacted authorities for work permits and visas.
  • Consulted on general HR-related questions.
  • Created onboarding and user adoption concepts and delivered training.
Dec 2014 - Mar 2015
4 months
Ukraine

Executive Assistant & HR Project Manager

East Balt Ukraine

  • Provided professional, proactive administrative support to the General Manager.
  • Arranged all domestic and international travel for the team.
  • Analyzed and prepared data for management meetings (Excel, PPT, live presentations).
  • Prepared presentations, materials, and contracts.
  • Managed purchase orders and customized manufacturing preparation and processing.

Skills

  • Excellent Communication/presentation Skills.

  • Ability To Communicate With Technical And Business Teams.

  • Organizational And Time-management Skills.

  • Experience In Working With Both Sensitive And Confidential Information.

  • Flexibility And Adaptiveness.

  • Creative Problem-solving.

  • Working In A Fast-paced, Challenging Environment.

  • Capable Of Performing Multiple Tasks With A High Level Of Accuracy And Attention To Detail.

  • Negotiation Proficiency.

  • Self-starter With The Ability To Work Independently, Set Priorities, And Solve Problems.

  • International With Cultural Awareness; Lived 4+ Years Abroad & Visited 18+ Countries.

  • Skilled In Ms Office, Trello, Jira, Canva, Keynotes, Tilda, And Hubspot.

  • Result-driven With A Strong Sense Of Ownership.

  • Highly Analytical, Committed To Finding New Opportunities & Avenues To Grow The Business.

  • Motivate & Develop People Into A Winning Team.

  • Strong Interpersonal Skills To Quickly Adapt To People, Cultures & Situations.

  • Avid Learner, Passionate About Development.

Languages

Ukrainian
Native
German
Advanced
English
Advanced
Russian
Advanced

Education

Oct 2014 - Jun 2015

Oles Honchar National University

Master's degree · Journalism · Dnipro, Ukraine

Oct 2010 - Jun 2014

Oles Honchar National University

Bachelor's degree · Journalism · Dnipro, Ukraine

Certifications & licenses

Advanced Power Searching

Google

Course For Personal Assistants

Natalia Maslennikova

Foundations Of Digital Marketing And E-commerce

Google

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Where is Elena based?

Elena is based in Zürich, Switzerland.

What languages does Elena speak?

Elena speaks the following languages: Ukrainian (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Russian (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Elena have?

Elena has at least 11 years of experience. During this time, Elena has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 4 months. Note that Elena may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Elena be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Elena would be well-suited for roles such as: Business Development Representative & Assistant to Head of Sales, Sr. Executive Assistant & Event Manager & Recruiter, Guest Relations Executive.

What is Elena's latest experience?

Elena's most recent position is Business Development Representative & Assistant to Head of Sales at Litslink.com.

What companies has Elena worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Elena has worked for Litslink.com.

Which industries is Elena most experienced in?

Elena is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Tourism and Hospitality, and Manufacturing. Elena also has some experience in Professional Services.

Which business areas is Elena most experienced in?

Elena is most experienced in business areas like Marketing, Sales, and Human Resources (HR). Elena also has some experience in Customer Service, Project Management, and Procurement and Purchasing.

Which industries has Elena worked in recently?

Elena has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT) and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Elena worked in recently?

Elena has recently worked in business areas like Marketing, Sales, and Human Resources (HR).

What is Elena's education?

Elena holds a Master in Journalism from Oles Honchar National University and a Bachelor in Journalism from Oles Honchar National University.

Does Elena have any certificates?

Elena has 3 certificates. These include: Advanced Power Searching, Course For Personal Assistants, and Foundations Of Digital Marketing And E-commerce.

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