I’m looking for a role that challenges me, gives me opportunities to grow, and allows me to continue developing professionally. I’m particularly interested in positions where I can take on greater responsibility, build on my existing experience, learn new skills, and have a clear path for long-term career progression.

Georgie Wilsher
@georgiewilsher
Assistant Manager at Grand Hyatt Shanghai, leading Front Office operations and developing guest engagement initiatives for international guests.
What I'm looking for
Experienced hospitality and operations manager with extensive Front Office leadership experience in luxury hotels, currently leading guest relations and daily Front Office operations at the Grand Hyatt Shanghai. Proven ability to lead teams, resolve complex guest issues, implement service standards, coordinate cross-functional opera8ons and maintain financial and operational controls in high-pressure environments. Strong background in VIP and international guest service, staff coaching, process improvement and hotel pre-opening. Business Management graduate with a Mandarin second major and experience living, studying and working in China.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Oversee daily Front Office operations at Grand Hyatt Shanghai, maintaining brand standards while balancing guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and commercial priorities. Manage VIP and international guest experiences and serve as a key escalation point for complex guest concerns.
Led day-to-day operational management, including workforce planning, task delegation, and resource optimization for critical financial operations. Supported Team Leader duties including performance management, escalation handling, and daily reporting to senior management.
Processed large-scale financial transactions while applying risk management protocols to protect client portfolios and maintain regulatory compliance. Engaged directly with high-value clients and performed in-depth data analysis to enhance payment efficiency and drive cost savings.
Conducted transaction investigations, liaising with clients and financial institutions under tight deadlines to recover or trace funds domestically and internationally. Collaborated with managers and engineers to develop an automated solution for processing third-party account applications via BOT applications, significantly reducing manual workload.
Night Manager
The Calile Hotel
Jul 2020 - Feb 2021 (7 months)
Oversaw nightly operations for a 5-star luxury property, ensuring every guest received a seamless, personalized experience. Managed VIP guest services, led the night audit process, and supervised the overnight team to maintain exceptional service standards.
Front Office Assistant Manager
Emporium Hotel South Bank
Jul 2018 - Feb 2020 (1 year 7 months)
Led pre-opening activities for the boutique hotel, ensuring every detail met luxury hotel standards. Directed front office operations, developed and implemented training programs for front office staff, and coordinated with housekeeping, engineering, and security teams to maintain the hotel's luxury brand reputation.
Assistant English Teacher
Dulwich College
Jul 2013 - Dec 2013 (5 months)
Developed and coordinated class plans, ensuring alignment with curriculum goals. Organized and facilitated extracurricular activities, provided individualized support to students, and coached beginner-level Netball.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
simpleTEFL
TEFL Certification, Teaching English as a Foreign Language
2025 - 2025
Completed TEFL certification in July 2025.
Qingdao University
In-Country Mandarin Program, Mandarin
2017 - 2017
Completed the In-Country Mandarin Program with high scores in Chinese Comprehensive Reading (94%) and Chinese Listening and Speaking (95%).
Queensland University of Technology
Bachelor of Business Management, Business Management
2014 - 2017
Activities and societies: Dean's List 2016
Bachelor of Business Management with a Mandarin second major. Placed on the QUT Business School Dean's List for 2016 for earning all High Distinctions.
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