Irene Vano
Auckland 1022,,New Zealand
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in support management, regulatory compliance and administration. Proven track record in effective communication, stakeholder engagement and leadership. Adept at problem-solving, data analysis, course logistics and driving successful outcomes in complex situations.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Trainee Support Manager
Institute of Professional Legal Studies
Auckland CBD
10.2023 - Current
- Oversee end-to-end Trainee Support Services.
- Oversee Database and Student Management Systems (SMS).
- Manage 3 staff members, including Trainee Services Specialists and the Enrolments Manager.
- Course logistics, including course dates, scheduling, and teaching allocations.
- Ensure TEC, EER, and NZQA compliance regulations are met.
Operations Manager
Institute of Professional Legal Studies
Auckland CBD
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Oversee operations, including course management, trainee services, procurement, premises, staff travel, conference management, HR, and health and safety.
- Manage team of 5 staff, including Trainee Services, Enrolments, Finance and IT.
Executive Roles
Auckland Council and Auckland Transport
Auckland CBD
03.2016 - 08.2022
People Advisor
- HR enquiries and support.
- Police and background vetting.
Community Engagement Advisor
- Organise public consultation events
- Stakeholder database management
Board Secretary and Executive Assistant to CEO
- Support CEO and Board Members
- Office Management
- Database Administration
Executive Assistant and Administrator
Auckland City Mission
Auckland CBD
01.2014 - 02.2016
- Support CEO and COO and Board Secretary
- Reception at Drop-In Centre and Client and Homeless team support
- Donation database administration
Other
Employers
- Air New Zealand
- Bauer Media Group NZ
- University of Auckland
- Macquarie Group (Sydney, Australia)
- GlaxoSmithKline NZ Ltd
Education
Master of Laws -
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ05-2020
Bachelor of Laws -
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ05-2017
Skills
- Leadership and Staff Management
- Database Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Strategy and Logistics
- Data Analysis and Report Preparation
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Project Management
- Problem Solving
- Effective Communication
Affiliations
- Student Co-President - Pacific Island Law Students Association (Faculty of Law, University of Auckland)
- Youth and Choir Leader, Women's Ministry Leader (Local Church)
- Church Missionary Local and Overseas (USA, Cook Islands, Northland New Zealand)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Trainee Support Manager
Institute of Professional Legal Studies
10.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
Institute of Professional Legal Studies
09.2022 - 10.2023
Executive Roles
Auckland Council and Auckland Transport
03.2016 - 08.2022
Executive Assistant and Administrator
Auckland City Mission
01.2014 - 02.2016
Other
Employers
Master of Laws -
University of Auckland
Bachelor of Laws -
University of Auckland
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