Vidya N.
Senior Executive Assistant
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Vidya N. is an award-winning Senior Executive Assistant and Executive Business Partner with over 15 years of experience in providing strategic support to Partners, Directors, and C-suite leaders in Big Four and global professional services environments. Serving at prominent organizations like Ernst & Young and BDO UK LLP, Vidya was named Executive Assistant of the Year in 2023. She excels in enhancing operational efficiency and orchestrating complex international logistics, having managed over 150 executive trips annually. Vidya is adept in calendar management and scheduling, eliminating 30% of conflicts through standardized processes. She has successfully executed large corporate events for over 300 senior stakeholders. Her technical skills in Power BI are utilized to create executive dashboards that improve decision-making and operational visibility. Vidya's expertise in GDPR compliance ensures secure handling of sensitive information, reinforcing her reputation as a reliable partner in high-pressure environments.
Experience
Personal Assistant
BDO UK LLP · 2024 — 2026Provided senior-level executive assistance to Partners and leadership teams across various business functions, allowing for sustained strategic focus. Managed complex diary operations, inbox triage, meeting logistics, and high-level communications. Handled domestic and international travel arrangements, ensuring no scheduling errors occurred. Created board-level reports, executive briefing materials, and confidential correspondence to a consistently high standard. Acted as the primary contact between senior stakeholders, clients, and different departments, addressing issues promptly and professionally. Ensured full GDPR compliance in managing sensitive data and confidential communications.Senior Executive Assistant
Ernst & Young LLP · 2019 — 2024Assisted multiple Partners and Directors in global regions by efficiently managing their calendars, communications, and travel arrangements. Improved scheduling processes, leading to a 30% reduction in diary conflicts through the development and implementation of standardized SOPs. Created Power BI executive dashboards to monitor operational KPIs, enhancing decision-making speed and visibility. Led the planning and execution of large corporate events for over 300 senior stakeholders, coordinating vendors, logistics, and communications. Fostered strong relationships across C-suite, clients, and cross-functional teams, serving as a trusted escalation point. Managed substantial executive inboxes and over 100 meetings weekly across various time zones, maintaining focus on priorities amid changing deadlines.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)University of Kerala, India
- PG Diploma in Travel & TourismIATA Certified Institution