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Maria Papanika

@mariapapanika

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Law graduate with hospitality and movement-therapy experience.

Cyprus

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles combining client-facing coordination, legal competencies or movement-therapy work in collaborative teams that value empathy, operational excellence, and professional growth.

I am a Law (LL.B.) graduate from the Democritus University of Thrace with hands-on experience in hospitality, airport operations, and legal practice. I combine legal training with strong customer-facing roles across luxury villas, restaurants, and airport services.

During my legal traineeship I developed research, client communication and case-preparation skills, which I later applied in high-pressure service roles as a Terminal Coordinator and Ground Host Agent. I have a proven record of managing reservations, coordinating operations, and delivering excellent guest experiences.

I am also certified in dance and movement therapy (150-hour certification) and hold additional training in dance and movement psychotherapy, complemented by longstanding dance and theatre experience. These creative and therapeutic skills enhance my interpersonal approach and empathy in client interactions.

I bring multilingual communication (Greek native, excellent English), digital literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Windows, ECDL) and a commitment to roles that blend service, coordination, and human-centered wellbeing.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Hospitality Representative

Luxel Villas Ltd

May 2024 - Nov 2024 (6 months)

Provided guest services and front-desk support at a boutique villa property, improving guest satisfaction during peak season operations from May to November 2024.

Guest Relations Customer Service Front Desk Operations Communication Conflict Resolution

Reservation Manager

Vassos Psarolimano Restaurant

Jan 2024 - May 2024 (4 months)

Managed reservations and seating logistics for a busy restaurant, optimizing table turnover and improving booking accuracy during the 2024 season.

Customer Service Scheduling Communication POS Familiarity Team Coordination

Terminal Coordinator

Hermes Airports Limited

Apr 2023 - Aug 2023 (4 months)

Coordinated terminal operations at Larnaca International Airport, ensuring smooth passenger flow and liaison between airlines and ground services from April to August 2023.

Terminal Operations Coordination Problem Solving Time Management

Ground Host Agent

LGS Handling Limited

Apr 2022 - Oct 2022 (6 months)

Delivered ground handling services at Larnaca International Airport, assisting passengers and supporting aircraft turnaround operations during 2022 peak months.

Customer Service Safety Compliance Teamwork

Trainee Lawyer

Y. Argyrides & Associates LLC

Sep 2020 - Aug 2021 (11 months)

Supported legal research, drafting, and case preparation at a law firm, contributing to client files and courtroom documentation during a one-year traineeship.

Legal Research Legal Drafting Case Management Client Communication Document Review Litigation Support