Natalie Laurence
Beaconsfield,QC
Summary
Dynamic and organized office manager with extensive experience in executive support, event management, office operations, and financial administration. Known for being a dependable go-to person for resolving issues within office environments, managing complex calendars, organizing large-scale events, and building engagement through creative employee activities. Adept at coordinating with vendors, negotiating contracts, and maintaining seamless office functionality. A strong communicator with a keen eye for detail and a passion for fostering a positive, productive workplace.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Event and Office Manager
Repare Therapeutics
Montreal, Quebec
11.2019 - 09.2024
- Planned and executed BOD's, scientific meetings in both Boston and Montreal, Morgan Stanley for CEO, CMO, CFO - coordinating hotel contracts, catering, room arrangements, and travel logistics while managing budgets.
- Organized year-end events, seasonal events, and fundraising.
- Negotiated preferred hotel rates, event contracts, and travel budgets.
Senior Executive Admin
Repare Therapeutics
Montreal, Quebec
06.2018 - 10.2019
- Support 6 executives with their calendar management, travel arrangements, expenses, and organizing meetings and events.
Public Relations and Events Manager
Avon Canada
Montreal, Quebec
04.2005 - 06.2018
- Collaborated, planned, and executed media event launches; wrote and posted social media content; managed internal events; procurement; and contract negotiations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
McGill University
Montreal, QC05-1985
Skills
- Office Management
- Expense Reporting
- Operations Management
- Staff Management
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Financial Tracking
- Travel Coordination
- Contract Negotiations
- Event Coordination
- Organizational Skills
- Senior leadership support
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Native/ Bilingual
Volunteering
West Island Palliative Care Residence; Gala committee 2007-2018
On Rock Community food bank 2001-present
Timeline
Event and Office Manager
Repare Therapeutics
11.2019 - 09.2024
Senior Executive Admin
Repare Therapeutics
06.2018 - 10.2019
Public Relations and Events Manager
Avon Canada
04.2005 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
McGill University
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