Ekaterina Willett Email & Phone Number

London, GB

London, England, United Kingdom

• Delivered high-profile research projects, such as Future of Finance 2.0 and Integrated Performance Management Phase II, by creating and executing comprehensive project plans. Successfully facilitated over 100.
• Established a project management system from scratch, including cost-tracking and milestone documentation, which streamlined project organisation and ensured on-time delivery
• Coordinated a cross-functional team of 15 professionals across the UK and the US, using regular briefings and agile sprints to enhance communication and collaboration, resulting in 95% positive stakeholder feedback
• Reduced project costs by 10% through negotiating with new vendors for translation and printing services, reallocating resources to expedite project milestones by 15%
• Ensured meticulous documentation and accurate database updates, contributing to efficient project management and continuous optimisation of processes

London, England, United Kingdom

• Coordinated the end-to-end delivery of CIMA programmes in Russian for 2,000+ students annually across B2B and B2C channels in 6 countries, handling everything from registrations to exam bookings and certificate issuance
• Reduced processing times from 15 to 5 days through effective coordination with internal teams and external stakeholders, leading to a 20% increase in student satisfaction, as measured by post-interaction survey
• Streamlined operational workflows by implementing MS Forms and Power Automate, and developed standardised reporting templates, resulting in a 20% reduction in manual processes and improved data collection efficiency
• Identified new sales opportunities, contributing to a 5% increase in revenue by leveraging insights from performance reports
• Assisted team members with marketing and business development activities

Advised international students and parents on higher education opportunities in the UK and the US by providing structured counselling on admission criteria, visa requirements, and career prospects.

London, United Kingdom

• This role required me to learn quickly about the UK educational system.
• Managed the full lifecycle of international student enrolment and academic monitoring, including advising on entry requirements, admissions, and visa procedures; coordinating private tutors; and providing detailed.
• Increased client retention by 25% by implementing a new reporting system for parents, enhancing transparency and communication about student progress and strategies
• Developed partnerships with 4 UK and USA universities, to introduce exclusive summer programmes, expand educational options and addressing client feedback
• Coordinated meetings, travel arrangements, appointments for students and their families, organised company events

St Petersburg City, Russia

• Achieved business self-sustainability within six months by launching and overseeing all operations, including budgeting, supplier management, and strategic planning
• Increased operational efficiency by 30% through an online booking and management system, cutting administrative overhead
• Managed a team of 7, focusing on recruitment, training, and performance metrics, driving business growth through effective marketing strategies

St Petersburg City, Russia

• Taught accounting and economics to small groups of teenage and adult students, overseeing thesis projects and providing personalised academic support

St Petersburg City, Russia

• Handled comprehensive financial functions, including payroll, accounts receivable, and tax reporting, providing data-driven insights for major business decisions

Bachelor'S Degree, Business/Managerial Economics

Diploma With Distinction, Accounting And Finance