New Boyden study reveals CEE executives prioritize safety, quality of life, and family integration over salary when relocating, with Poland, Czech Republic, and Hungary leading.
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
Boyden partnered with a leading sovereign wealth fund to place a senior lawyer for UK and European investments, strengthening governance, risk management, and long-term growth.
Through a highly targeted, relationship-based search, Boyden successfully identified a Major Gifts Officer whose fundraising approach, mission alignment, and donor engagement style matched the organization's long-term philanthropic goals.
An interim Chief Procurement Officer restructured the purchasing organization of a medium-sized food producer and achieved sustainable savings and process improvements through targeted measures in supplier management and cost control.
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