Karen Blom
@karenblom
Experienced data analyst with a strong background in management.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated professional with extensive experience in data analysis and management. Over the years, I have honed my skills in various roles, from being a Data Team Lead at Quintiles/Iqvia International to an Assistant Manager at Belmont Guesthouse. My journey has equipped me with a robust understanding of data operations, client relations, and team leadership.
At Josha Research, I successfully managed audit analytics engagements, ensuring quality and efficiency in data operations. My ability to derive efficiencies using audit analytics tools has significantly enhanced project outcomes. I am passionate about skills transfer and training, which I believe is essential for fostering a collaborative work environment.
Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated my commitment to excellence, whether through managing teams, handling client discussions, or executing data retrieval and reporting. I thrive in dynamic environments and am eager to contribute my expertise to a forward-thinking organization.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Assistant Manager
Belmont Guesthouse
Jun 2024 - Mar 2025 (9 months)
Managed, supervised, and supported staff. Handled invoicing, quotations, sales summaries, and petty cash. Performed reception duties and handled complaints.
Admin/Receptionist
De Oude Kraal Country Estate & Spa
Mar 2021 - Jul 2021 (4 months)
Handled invoicing, quotations, sales summaries, and petty cash. Managed front desk operations and handled complaints. Assisted with event planning.
Assistant Manager
Bayswater Lodge & Belmont Guesthouse
Jun 2017 - Feb 2021 (3 years 8 months)
Managed, supervised, and supported staff. Handled inventory keeping, invoicing, quotations, sales summaries, and petty cash. Performed reception duties and handled complaints.
Admin/Receptionist
Villa Banè Guesthouse
Jun 2016 - Jun 2017 (1 year)
Supervised and supported staff. Performed reception duties. Handled invoicing, quotations, sales summaries, and petty cash. Managed maintenance checking and inventory keeping.
Data Team Lead
Quintiles/Iqvia International
Dec 2014 - Apr 2015 (4 months)
Co-led International Projects and provided support to groups worldwide. Held regular bi-weekly meetings for updates and corrections. Sent weekly, bi-weekly, and Monthly metrics to the Client for follow-up and discussions.
Associated Data Operations Leader
Parexel International
Jul 2010 - Nov 2014 (4 years 4 months)
Provided DM leadership across assigned studies. Recognized and resolved protocol issues that may impact database design, data validation, and analysis. Supported and assisted Junior staff for assigned duties.
Senior Clinical Data Analyst/ Functional Lead
Parexel International
Jul 2009 - Jun 2010 (11 months)
Consulted with other employees to solve operational or data problems. Managed clinical trials through review, computerization, cleaning and auditing of clinical data and databases. Validated clinical trial data to ensure consistency, integrity and accuracy.
Clinical Data Manager II
Parexel International
Jun 2008 - Jun 2009 (1 year)
Coordinated CRF design as per SOP’s, guidelines, and Protocol. Assisted with the building, testing and validation of applicable platform. Performed validation review and assigned appropriate action to discrepancies.
Clinical Data Manager I
Parexel International
Sep 2007 - May 2008 (8 months)
Performed project tasks in accordance with project timelines and to the required quality standards. Involved in Database Setup and Database Lock. Performed validation review and assigned appropriate action to discrepancies.
Data Entry Operator II
Parexel International
Oct 2006 - Aug 2007 (10 months)
Performed entry and verification of clinical trials data. Created and maintained Data Entry Guidelines. Performed QC of first and second data entry.
Data Support Services
Parexel International
Jan 2005 - Sep 2006 (1 year 8 months)
Entered clinical trials data into the appropriate database. Followed departmental and project guidelines. Performed project tasks in accordance with project timelines.
Admin and Customer Sales
Fascination Books
Jan 2003 - Dec 2004 (1 year 11 months)
Managed monthly sales reporting to Head Office. Received stock onto the system and conducted stock takes. Handled customer sales and assistance.
Waiter
Mugg&Bean
Jan 2002 - Dec 2003 (1 year 11 months)
Provided waiter services to customers. Ensured customer satisfaction through attentive service.
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