Irina Gangurde
@irinagangurde
Operations Specialist improving remote workflows, data accuracy, and customer experiences.
What I'm looking for
I’m an operations professional with experience supporting business operations across healthcare, education, aviation, and hospitality. I focus on investigating complex operational issues by validating information across multiple systems, producing accurate documentation, and handling confidential data in fast-paced remote environments.
I’m detail-oriented in documentation, compliance, and process improvement—using analytical thinking to enhance operational efficiency, accuracy, and service quality. Across roles, I’ve managed high-volume requests independently, supported onboarding through clear workflows, and coordinated logistics to resolve operational and customer issues.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Investigated operational cases by reviewing evidence across systems and validating documentation, scheduling, payment, and operational data against SOPs. Resolved customer cases, identified inconsistencies, maintained confidentiality, and improved efficiency in a high-volume remote environment.
International Recruiter
RMC Asia
Dec 2024 - Feb 2025 (2 months)
Interviewed and assessed candidates against programme eligibility requirements and managed onboarding documentation. Coordinated travel arrangements and placement logistics across Asia and the Middle East, resolving operational issues with partners.
ESL Teacher
Sovannaphumi Kids Preschool
Feb 2023 - Jul 2023 (5 months)
Designed and delivered beginner English lessons while managing classroom responsibilities in a preschool environment.
Student Accommodation Advisor
University College London (UCL)
Nov 2020 - Jan 2023 (2 years 2 months)
Managed student accommodation bookings and handled sensitive data and financial administration with an emphasis on accuracy and GDPR compliance. Resolved student accommodation inquiries, coordinated logistics for Summer School programs, and liaised with international students and university departments.
Staff and Student Welfare Manager
Airways Aviation Academy
Nov 2019 - Jul 2020 (8 months)
Managed onboarding and training logistics for international aviation students and monitored attendance and visa-related documentation to support UKVI Sponsor Licence compliance. Provided executive-level support to the CEO, coordinated confidential schedules and documentation, and handled HR administration including contracts and GDPR-aligned records.
Inflight Assistant Operations Manager
Absolute Taste Inflight
Jul 2018 - Nov 2019 (1 year 4 months)
Oversaw 24/7 inflight operations, ensuring logistics, team scheduling, and compliance with Civil Aviation Authority standards. Led recruitment, onboarding, and training, managed performance reviews, and supported continuous improvement, stock management, supplier assessments, and customer feedback processes.
Inflight Operations Coordinator
Absolute Taste Inflight
Jun 2015 - Jul 2018 (3 years 1 month)
Coordinated daily logistics and inflight services operations and liaised with London restaurants and suppliers to fulfill bespoke client requests. Collaborated with global offices to improve operational efficiency and service consistency.
Duty Manager
Asperion Boutique Hotel
Jul 2014 - Jun 2015 (11 months)
Worked as a Duty Manager at Asperion Boutique Hotel, supporting day-to-day operations.
Served as a Front Desk Agent and Food & Beverage Supervisor at Holiday Inn Hotel, supporting guest-facing and service operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Surrey
Bachelor of Science (BSc), International Hospitality and Tourism Management
2010 - 2013
Completed a BSc in International Hospitality and Tourism Management at the University of Surrey in the UK from 2010 to 2013.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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