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Luara Malina
Office Manager and Assistant, Switzerland
Luara Malina supports executive search projects with strong planning and organisational skills, a methodical, solution-oriented approach, and proven project management competence. She draws on experience in administrative support and client service, combining strong communication skills and attention to detail with multilingual fluency and a confident global perspective.
Professional Focus
- Five years’ experience supporting executives and teams
- Proven skills in project management, client services, administrative support, and team leadership
- Native German and Portuguese speaker, fluent in English
Business Expertise
- Freelance administrative support for international clients
- Team Assistant and Office Coordinator at Coca-Cola Schweiz GmbH, Zürich
- Medical Secretary at University Clinic Balgrist, Zürich
- Executive Secretary at MM-Atelier, Zürich
- Earlier roles in team leadership within daycare settings
Additional Expertise
- Commercial Diploma (VSH) in business administration from HSO Wirtschaftsschule Schweiz
- Medical Secretary Diploma from Bénédict School Zürich
- General Trainer Certificate from EB Zürich
- Cambridge English Certificate (C1) from Lexis, Australia
Case Studies
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Strategic turnaround: How an interim CEO led a food industry company out of crisis
An interim CEO took over the management of a food industry company on the brink of insolvency and initiated a comprehensive restructuring process with the aim of securing liquidity, realigning the organization, and restoring competitiveness.
Building a High-Performance HR Function for a Multi-Site Laboratory Organization
Through collaboration with Boyden, the Chief People Officer of a PE-backed company secured two pivotal leaders, a Vice President of Human Resources and a Head of Talent Acquisition, to elevate human capital strategy, drive transformation, streamline recruitment, and strengthen enterprise alignment.
Strengthening Advancement Capacity and Culture Through a Long-Term Search Partnership
With Boyden’s support, Loyola Marymount University built a high-performing advancement team by filling 15 key fundraising roles over five years, strengthening collaboration, continuity, and campaign readiness.
Thought Leadership
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Articles & Papers
MedTech Leadership Succession & Next-Gen Executive Strategy
Discover why MedTech leadership succession is a strategic imperative—and how these companies can build strong, future-ready executive pipelines.
Articles & Papers
Private Equity's Role in Powering the Energy Transition
As energy markets transform, private equity is driving the transition with diversified portfolios and leaders who can master both legacy and renewable systems.
Boyden Report Series
What’s Next for Industry? AI, Transformation, and the Talent Imperative
Industrial Trends Report: Analysing markets, studies, and trends on how AI, machine learning, and digitalisation are reshaping the industrial sector, with expert insights on talent and leadership from Boyden’s Global Industrial Practice Members.
Boyden Report Series
Leading Transformation Report 2024/2025
Leadership balancing agility and stability
News & Events
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Press Release
Boyden Expands in Europe by Appointing Six New Partners and One Principal
New additions strengthen client support in executive search and interim management
In the Media
Michèle Gschwend: "It's always about the people"
In an interview, the supply chain expert Michèle Gschwend explains what changes are taking center stage in everyday business and how companies of all sizes can prepare for the next crisis.
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