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Julia Jakovleva

Julia Jakovleva

Senior Business Support Specialist
Warsaw

Summary

Highly skilled Business Support Specialist with extensive experience in administrative support, business travel coordination, and customer service. Recognized for strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Senior Business Support Specialist

AstraZeneca
10.2024 - Current

• Provided comprehensive administrative support, including travel arrangements, expense management, and procurement.

• Assisted with R&D-related projects in Europe and North America, handling tasks such as purchase orders, capital management, and presentation design.

• Proactively resolved challenges and introduced process improvements to enhance efficiency.

• Supported and executed modern digital tools like SharePoint, MS Teams, and MS Forms.

• Met SLAs and KPIs for the Central Business Support Team, ensuring adherence to company standards and values.

Business Travel Specialist

EPAM Systems, Inc
06.2022 - 12.2023

• Coordinated domestic and international travel logistics, including bookings and accommodations using SAP Concur.

• Prepared visa documentation and liaised with consulates and embassies.

• Audited corporate credit card transactions and ensured timely reimbursements.

Customer Service Specialist

Swarovski
11.2021 - 02.2022

• Resolved customer inquiries and complaints across various channels, ensuring a seamless experience.

• Delivered consistent, high-quality service while supporting backend CRM operations.

Senior Business Support Specialist

AstraZeneca
11.2015 - 07.2021

• Managed business trips, meeting schedules, and expense reporting for clients in Sweden, the UK, and the US.

• Coordinated with clients and internal teams to streamline administrative tasks.

Business Travel Specialist

EPAM Systems, Inc
04.2013 - 07.2014

• Supported customer travel needs, including ticket bookings, hotel reservations, and car rentals.

• Acted as a liaison between clients and internal departments to address travel-related issues.

Hostess

The Fish Market
10.2012 - 03.2013

• Greeted and seated guests, ensuring a warm and welcoming experience.

• Managed reservations and coordinated seating arrangements to optimize table turnover.

• Communicated effectively with staff to ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction.

• Assisted with special events, private parties, and large group reservations.

Airline Ticket Agent

Austrian Airlines
02.2009 - 09.2011

• Managed ticket reissuance for cancellations and delays in the Rebooking Team (RBC).

• Assisted passengers with reservations via direct contact, email, and phone.

• Handled travel agency inquiries through the Agency Support Desk.

• Worked with Artos (Amadeus) system for ticketing, reissues, and fare recalculations.

• Provided flight information and support for itinerary changes.

Education

Specialist - Bulgarian Language And Literature

Lviv National University
Lviv
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Customer expert
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving skills
  • MS office
  • CRM tools
  • ERP tools

Timeline

Senior Business Support Specialist

AstraZeneca
10.2024 - Current

Business Travel Specialist

EPAM Systems, Inc
06.2022 - 12.2023

Customer Service Specialist

Swarovski
11.2021 - 02.2022

Senior Business Support Specialist

AstraZeneca
11.2015 - 07.2021

Business Travel Specialist

EPAM Systems, Inc
04.2013 - 07.2014

Hostess

The Fish Market
10.2012 - 03.2013

Airline Ticket Agent

Austrian Airlines
02.2009 - 09.2011

Specialist - Bulgarian Language And Literature

Lviv National University
04.2001 -
Julia JakovlevaSenior Business Support Specialist