Lauren Burnside
About Lauren Burnside
Lauren Burnside serves as the Executive Assistant to the Executive Chairman and illion Board at illion Australia and New Zealand, a position she has held since 2018. With extensive experience in administrative roles across various companies, she possesses strong leadership skills and expertise in event planning.
Work at Illion
Lauren Burnside has served as the Executive Assistant to the Executive Chairman and the Illion Board since 2018. Her role involves supporting high-level executives and managing administrative tasks essential for the smooth operation of the organization. Based in Sydney, Australia, she has effectively utilized her skills in event planning and administration to enhance the efficiency of the executive team.
Previous Experience in Executive Assistance
Prior to her current position at Illion, Lauren Burnside held various executive assistant roles across multiple organizations. She worked at Questus Energy Pty Limited as the Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she completed temporary assignments at Macquarie Group and Centuria Capital Limited in 2018. Her experience also includes a role at Built. as Executive Assistant to the Executive Chairman and Managing Director from 2010 to 2011, and at TOGA as Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Investment Officer from 2013 to 2016.
Educational Background
Lauren Burnside studied at TAFE NSW, where she pursued a Diploma in Business Administration and Management from 2007 to 2009. This educational foundation has equipped her with the necessary skills to excel in her administrative roles, particularly in high-pressure environments.
Leadership and Skills
In her administrative roles, Lauren has demonstrated leadership skills that contribute to her effectiveness as an Executive Assistant. She possesses expertise in event planning, which is crucial in her current position at Illion. Her strong background in the financial services industry further complements her role, enabling her to navigate complex organizational structures and support executive-level functions.
Career Timeline
Lauren Burnside's career includes a variety of roles that have shaped her professional journey. She began as a Receptionist at Lander & Rogers from 2004 to 2006, followed by positions at QBE Insurance, where she served as a Team Assistant and later as a Personal Assistant. She continued her career at AAPT as Executive Assistant to the General Manager from 2011 to 2013, and later transitioned to roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers and other organizations, building a robust portfolio of experience in executive assistance.