Qonto

Qonto is the leading European business finance solution. It simplifies everything from everyday banking and financing, to bookkeeping and spend management. Qonto energizes SMEs and freelancers so that they can achieve more.

A few figures about Qonto:

- Alexandre Prot and Steve Anavi launched Qonto in July 2017
- Qonto’s international team is growing fast and we are actively hiring!
- Hundreds of thousands of customers in Europe are already using Qonto
- €622m raised with VCs and business angels including Valar, Alven, the European Investment Bank, Tencent, DST Global, Tiger Global, TCV, Alkeon, Eurazeo, KKR, Insight Partners, Exor Seeds and Gaingels

Talent Acquisition Manager

Payhawk — Business spend, reinvented.

Payhawk is the leading spend management solution for domestic and international businesses throughout Europe, the US, and the UK. Combining company cards, reimbursable expenses, accounts payable, and seamless accounting software integrations into a single product, Payhawk makes business payments easy — for everyone. Payhawk helps customers in over 32 countries to maximise efficiency, control spending at scale, and stay agile. With offices in London, Berlin, Barcelona, Paris, Amsterdam, Vilnius, Sofia, and New York, Payhawk’s diverse customer base includes top names like LuxAir, Babbel, Vinted, Wallbox and Wagestream.

Talent Partner

Spendesk

Spendesk is the complete spend management platform that gives 100% visibility into company spend. With Spendesk, you get a 7-in-1 solution with corporate cards, invoice payments, expense reimbursements, budgets, approval, reporting, compliance, and pre-accounting in one simple, scalable solution. Trusted by thousands of businesses from start-ups to established brands, Spendesk is designed to save time and money across the entire spending process with 100% visibility, built-in automation, and an easily adopted approval process. Ultimately businesses that use Spendesk empower every employee to be accountable for the financial fitness of the company.

Talent Acquisition Partner

Silverfin

Silverfin is a high growth cloud-first SaaS post-accounting solution focused on providing software for accounts preparation and adjacent workflows such as statutory accounts and tax. We serve over 500 accounting clients including the Big 4 and several other large international firms such as Grant Thornton, RSM, and Blick Rothenberg. Since the full product launch in Belgium in 2016, Silverfin has become the leader in post-accounting solutions in Belgium and has gained significant international presence with enterprise clients across Europe and North America.

Talent Acquisition Specialist

University of Bristol

BA Degree in French and Spanish

Year Abroad (Erasmus) in Madrid and Paris 
- Madrid: Events & Marketing Internship at Madrid Lux (VIP Tables/Guestlist) 
- Paris: Business and Partnership Internship at Novatopo (Sports StartUp)

Student

Pam Pam

• Spearheaded and co-founded 'Hip Hop Thursdays,' a thriving weekly event at a popular student nightclub, showcasing prowess in event execution and production. Led the selection and management of a dynamic team comprising photographers, DJs, promoters, and front-of-house staff, honing valuable leadership and teamwork skills. 

• Applied extensive expertise in digital advertising to elevate event visibility, leveraging a deep understanding of social media platforms. Crafted strategic approaches to maximize engagement, demonstrating a keen eye for detail and a commitment to preparation. 

• Excelled in thoughtful planning, orchestrating meticulous details to establish the desired atmosphere within the venue and ensure heightened customer satisfaction during events. 

• Exhibited excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills, navigating challenges seamlessly to uphold the success and reputation of each event.

Events Manager

NovaTopo

• Initiated outreach and recruitment endeavors targeting global leisure and activity companies for inclusion on the company's website, honing the skills of delivering professional and persuasive pitches tailored to both international conglomerates and small-scale businesses. 

• Orchestrated the management of the company's Instagram profile, strategically establishing connections with high-profile health and fitness influencers to explore potential business collaborations. 

• Elevated brand engagement by creating and disseminating creative and unique content through compelling Instagram posts and stories, contributing to a significant boost in brand visibility and interaction. 

• Collaborated with the Marketing Team to support SEO and SEM initiatives, acquiring valuable insights into traffic acquisition strategies and emphasising the importance of keyword research. Additionally, enhanced linguistic and proofreading skills through translation work, particularly in French.

Partnerships Manager (Internship)

Be Madrid

• Spearheaded the planning and execution of events hosted by Be Madrid, ensuring seamless coordination from conceptualization to post-event analysis.

• Contributed to the development and implementation of marketing strategies, focusing on increasing brand visibility and engagement within the local and international student community.

• Utilized social media platforms and content creation to promote events, resulting in a significant uptick in attendance and participant satisfaction.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including sales and customer service, to enhance the overall customer experience and loyalty.

• Conducted market research to identify trends and opportunities, providing valuable insights for optimizing event offerings and marketing initiatives.

• Facilitated effective communication channels with event partners, vendors, and sponsors, fostering positive relationships and securing future collaboration opportunities.

• Demonstrated adaptability and problem-solving skills in a dynamic environment, contributing to the success of diverse events ranging from cultural outings to nightlife experiences.

• Actively engaged with the local community through outreach activities, creating a sense of belonging and excitement around Be Madrid's events and services.

Events and Marketing Intern

European Vibe Entertainment

• Spearheaded the creation of impactful landing web pages, optimising user experience and engagement for targeted event promotion. 

• Conducted client outreach, establishing and nurturing relationships to secure VIP table reservations, demonstrating effective communication and negotiation skills. 

• Executed on-the-ground marketing initiatives by promoting events at universities, utilizing strategies such as distributing flyers and organising personal guest lists to drive attendance. 

• Played a key role in enhancing brand visibility and event success through hands-on event coordination and marketing efforts at European Vibe Entertainment, contributing to a vibrant and dynamic nightlife experience.

Madrid Lux

• Spearheaded the creation of impactful landing web pages, optimizing user experience and engagement for targeted event promotion. 

• Conducted client outreach, establishing and nurturing relationships to secure VIP table reservations, demonstrating effective communication and negotiation skills. 

• Executed on-the-ground marketing initiatives by promoting events at universities, utilizing strategies such as distributing flyers and organising personal guest lists to drive attendance. 

• Played a key role in enhancing brand visibility and event success through hands-on event coordination and marketing efforts at Madrid Lux, contributing to a vibrant and dynamic nightlife experience.

Qonto is the leading European business finance solution. It simplifies everything from everyday banking and financing, to bookkeeping and spend management. Qonto energizes SMEs and freelancers so that they can achieve more.

A few figures about Qonto:

- Alexandre Prot and Steve Anavi launched Qonto in July 2017
- Qonto’s international team is growing fast and we are actively hiring!
- Hundreds of thousands of customers in Europe are already using Qonto
- €622m raised with VCs and business angels including Valar, Alven, the European Investment Bank, Tencent, DST Global, Tiger Global, TCV, Alkeon, Eurazeo, KKR, Insight Partners, Exor Seeds and Gaingels.

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