Breanne Power
Surry Hills
Summary
A highly adaptable and empathetic Personal Assistant with a proven track record supporting senior executives across complex portfolios. I bring a proactive mindset, exceptional organisational skills, and a 'can-do' attitude to every task—whether managing high-stakes governance meetings, coordinating strategic offsites, or navigating shifting priorities with grace. Known for my warmth, discretion, and responsiveness, I thrive in dynamic environments where relationship-building and thoughtful execution are key. I'm passionate about continuous learning, and I'm now focused on scaling my impact through communication, leadership, and technology-driven efficiencies.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Assistant
Air New Zealand
12.2022 - 03.2024
- Provided high-level executive support to three General Managers, managing complex calendars, inboxes, and travel logistics across diverse portfolios
- Coordinated governance meetings, strategic workshops, and team offsites, ensuring seamless execution and stakeholder engagement
- Arranged domestic and international travel, including visa coordination, itinerary creation, and alignment with Air NZ’s approval processes
- Took minutes for confidential meetings, aligning expectations with managers and leveraging technology to support documentation
- Supported onboarding of new employees, coordinating equipment, system access, and induction schedules
- Maintained Tribe and Chapter distribution lists and shared calendars, liaising with Agile Coaches to ensure accuracy
- Processed expenses and approvals using Flexi-Purchase, Peoplesoft, Assist, Sentient, and Esker, ensuring accurate coding and commentary
- Actively contributed to the Pou Manaaki chapter, presenting at meetings, supporting network events and mentoring new PA’s
- Built strong relationships across the business, balancing professionalism with approachability, and consistently delivering with empathy and reliability
Executive Assistant
Coca-Cola Amatil
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Managed Executive diary and inbox, prioritizing strategic meetings and urgent matters
- Coordinated national travel for GMs and SLT, including flights, accommodation, and transport
- Prepared board meeting packs, conducted research, and recorded agendas and minutes
- Supported finance functions: invoicing, expense reports, and purchase orders
- Oversaw a 70-person sales team, ensuring smooth operations and team cohesion
Personal Assistant (London)
Elevatione
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Delivered expert clerical support across routine and ad hoc executive needs
- Maintained accurate business, customer, and financial records to support operational efficiency
- Managed staff calendars and rosters, fostering collaboration and team cohesion
- Oversaw daily customer service operations including front desk, orders, and payments
- Introduced streamlined document filing practices to improve workflow
- Created daily expense reports and managed invoicing
Personal Assistant / Receptionist
IT London
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed reception duties, client bookings, and salon presentation
- Supported retail sales and customer hospitality, including event coordination
Assistant Maitre'D / Host
Annabel’s (Private Members Club, London)
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Company Overview: Private Members Club
- Delivered high-touch service to high-profile clientele, ensuring exceptional experiences
- Hosted exclusive events, parties, and fundraisers with discretion and professionalism
Consultant
Unilever
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Contributed to global brand imagery for campaigns including Sunsilk
- Assisted on commercial shoots and creative direction for advertising
Event Coordinator
Brand Events
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Managed vendor and venue relationships, budgets, logistics, and communications
- Coordinated public and private events, including the Mastercard / All Blacks Roadshow
Education
High School Diploma -
Whakatane High
Whakatane, NZSkills
- Calendar management
- Inbox management
- Travel coordination
- Stakeholder engagement
- Governance support
- Discretion
- Emotional intelligence
- Proactive approach
- Detail-oriented
- Microsoft Office
- Flexi-Purchase
- Peoplesoft
- Esker
- IValua
- Sentient
- Assist
Timeline
Personal Assistant
Air New Zealand
12.2022 - 03.2024
Executive Assistant
Coca-Cola Amatil
08.2020 - 06.2021
Personal Assistant (London)
Elevatione
12.2019 - 03.2020
Personal Assistant / Receptionist
IT London
08.2019 - 12.2019
Assistant Maitre'D / Host
Annabel’s (Private Members Club, London)
01.2018 - 01.2019
Consultant
Unilever
01.2014 - 01.2018
Event Coordinator
Brand Events
01.2011 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Whakatane High
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