London, England, United Kingdom
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Spearheading international client acquisition and relationship management, negotiating with global partners, and expanding Primo Metal’s international footprint through strategic outreach. Developing and executing marketing strategies tailored to international audiences, including trade fair preparation, campaign planning, and brand positioning Planning and coordinating participation in international exhibitions, managing logistics, client engagement, and cross-functional collaboration Overseeing administrative and sales-related documentation to support seamless international transactions, including contract handling and paperwork completion Managing multilingual translations and designing the company’s website to reflect a professional, globally oriented brand presence
I’ve had the opportunity to lead a dedicated team and contributed to business development initiatives across various industries. My work has included building client relationships, participating in bidding processes, and supporting strategic growth: Driving business development initiatives across industries and company sizes—from SMEs to large enterprises—while building and maintaining strong client relationships, participating in bidding processes, and contributing to contract analysis and strategic decision-making Managing daily operations and team workflows to ensure efficiency, timely delivery, and alignment with business objectives Organizing and facilitating weekly team meetings, acting as liaison between upper management and operational teams to support clear communication and execution Providing team leadership rooted in reciprocal trust, clarity, and accountability—delivering clear instructions, prioritizing tasks, and supporting sound decision-making Training and mentoring team members to foster skill development, ownership, and professional growth Applying pragmatic problem-solving to resolve operational and interpersonal challenges with agility Translating and localizing business content between German ↔ English, Turkish ↔ English, and Turkish ↔ German with cultural sensitivity and precision
At Amazon, I was responsible for safeguarding transactional integrity by identifying, assessing, and mitigating fraud risks across various platforms. My role combined analytical precision with proactive investigation to ensure trust and security within the customer experience. Key responsibilities included: Evaluating and researching transactions to detect anomalies, patterns, and potential fraud indicators Investigating suspicious activities and emerging trends, using data-driven insights to assess risk levels Proactively identifying fraud scenarios and implementing measures to minimise exposure and financial impact Working bilingually (English/German) across global teams and documentation, ensuring clarity and consistency in communication and reporting Supporting data protection and compliance efforts, with close attention to GDPR-related protocols and internal privacy standards Collaborating across departments to strengthen fraud detection systems and contribute to continuous process improvement Enhancing operational resilience by balancing customer protection with business efficiency This role sharpened my investigative mindset, deepened my understanding of digital risk management, and strengthened my ability to navigate complex regulatory environments in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.
This role allowed me to combine editorial creativity with strategic communication planning, while navigating both internal culture and public-facing narratives with confidence and care. Responsibilities: Leading the intranet relaunch from initial concept through to implementation—enhancing employee engagement and streamlining internal communication—through close coordination and continuous alignment with multiple departments Developing editorial content for the employee magazine, member magazine, and intranet—ensuring consistency in tone, clarity, and brand alignment across all channels Ghost-writing for senior leadership, including speeches, executive statements, and internal communications, delivered with precision, discretion, and strategic intent Attending fitness club openings across Germany to support communication efforts, conduct interviews, and liaise with press contacts Training and mentoring two new team members, facilitating onboarding and professional development Strengthening cross-functional communication to foster a more connected, informed, and motivated workforce Serving as press contact, coordinating media enquiries, and conducting interviews to ensure timely and consistent messaging
Communications & Marketing As part of the Communications & Marketing team at Deutsche Börse, I contributed to shaping the internal and external voice of the organization through strategic content creation and editorial oversight. My responsibilities included: Writing and editing articles for the intranet, with a focus on clarity, relevance, and engagement across diverse audiences. Developing thematic content series that explored key topics relevant to the Group’s mission, culture, and strategic direction Supporting broader communication initiatives by aligning content with strategic priorities and stakeholder expectations Accompanying various Deutsche Börse projects with tailored articles, helping to communicate milestones, innovations, and internal developments in a compelling and accessible way Maintaining and updating website content, ensuring consistency with corporate messaging and brand guidelines Editorial work in English and German, including proofreading, translation, and tone adaptation for cross-cultural resonance. Refining bilingual editorial skills, deepening my understanding of financial communications, and contributing meaningfully to the Group’s internal dialogue and digital presence.