Lucia Fernandes - Support Supervisor - FamilySearch Europe | Himalayas
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Lucia Fernandes

@lafernandes

Global-minded professional with extensive experience in team leadership.

United Kingdom
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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values teamwork and offers opportunities for growth and development.

I am a global-minded professional with extensive experience in team leadership, customer support, and training development. My career has been dedicated to managing multicultural teams across Europe and Latin America, where I have built effective onboarding and training programs. I pride myself on my proactive problem-solving abilities and strong interpersonal skills, which have been essential in supporting leaders in complex operational environments.

Currently, I serve as an Operations Support Advisor, overseeing operations for senior volunteers across 19 countries. My role involves providing guidance and mentoring, ensuring smooth coordination between operational managers and field leadership. Additionally, as a Support Supervisor, I lead a multicultural support team, developing structured systems to enhance team effectiveness and user satisfaction. My experience also includes leading volunteer operations in family history research, where I trained and supervised teams to deliver high-quality service.

With an Executive MBA focused on HR and various certifications in leadership and customer service, I am committed to continuous development and fostering inclusive environments. I am passionate about building strong relationships and aligning operational efforts to achieve organizational goals.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Leadership Development & Operations Support

Confidential

Jan 2015 - Dec 2018 (3 years 11 months)

Managed onboarding, mentoring, and welfare support for over 450 team members in a fast-paced, service-focused environment. Facilitated leadership conferences, strategic planning, and continuous development to strengthen team engagement and performance.

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Instructor & Trainer

Confidential

Jan 1998 - Dec 2015 (17 years 11 months)

Designed training materials adapted to multilingual audiences, delivering instruction in Portuguese and English. Provided personalised mentoring and support, fostering inclusive learning environments.

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FamilySearch Centre Director

FamilySearch

Jan 1998 - Dec 2022 (24 years 11 months)

Led daily operations and coordinated service teams to support users in family history research across multiple countries. Trained and supervised volunteers to deliver consistent, high-quality service and maintain data accuracy.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Executive MBA, Human Resources

Currently pursuing an Executive MBA with a focus on Human Resources, enhancing strategic leadership and HR management skills.

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BA in Languages, Languages

Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Languages, specializing in Portuguese and English. Developed strong linguistic and cross-cultural communication skills.

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BYU-Pathway

Certificate, Soft, Professional, and University Skills

Obtained a BYU-Pathway Certificate focusing on soft, professional, and university skills. This program enhanced foundational academic and career readiness.

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BYU-Idaho

Certificate, Family History Research

Earned a BYU-Idaho Family History Research Certificate. This certification provided specialized knowledge and skills in genealogical research methodologies.

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