I'm looking to lead workplace operations in an international, remote environment where I can strengthen operational efficiency, team cohesion, and high-impact events.
Mariela Zavala
@mariela_zavala
I run international workplace operations and enable C-suite leaders across global teams.
What I'm looking for
At IG Europe, I run Madrid Hub workplace operations and virtual office infrastructure while serving as strategic gatekeeper to the Europe Managing Director. I manage complex multi-time-zone agendas, stakeholder communications, local budgets, vendors, procurement, onboarding, and corporate events.
I've supported global leaders at Interbrand, Beam Suntory, SGS, Roche, Auxadi, and Gómez-Acebo & Pombo, coordinating international travel, leadership meetings, off-sites, expense reporting, board meetings, and multilingual communications. During COVID-19 at SGS, I co-led the Emergency Committee and designed remote action plans that ensured zero business interruption.
I bring 20+ years of international executive administration experience across Spain, Peru, and Brazil, working fluently in Spanish, Portuguese, and English. I'm recognized for staying calm under pressure, anticipating needs, and bringing structure to complex global operations.
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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Office Manager & Executive Assistant
IG Europe
Sep 2025 - Present (1 year)
Strategic gatekeeper for the Europe MD, directing complex multi-time-zone agendas and global stakeholder communications. Managed physical workplace operations for the Madrid Hub and virtual office infrastructure for a distributed workforce.
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British Academy
Bilingual Executive Secretary Degree, Executive Secretary
Earned a Bilingual Executive Secretary Degree from the British Academy in Peru in March 1998.
PUC/SP University
Journalism Degree, Journalism
Completed a Journalism Degree at PUC/SP University in Brazil in December 1996.
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