Joanne Laing
About Joanne Laing
Joanne Laing is the Cucumber Community Manager at SmartBear, a position she has held since 2019. She has extensive experience in administrative and managerial roles, including positions at Amazon and various other companies in the UK.
Work at SmartBear Software
Joanne Laing has held the position of Cucumber Community Manager at SmartBear since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for managing the community surrounding Cucumber, a tool that supports Behavior-Driven Development (BDD). Her work involves engaging with users, facilitating discussions, and promoting best practices within the community. Additionally, she has been involved in operations at Cucumber Ltd since 2017, contributing to the overall functionality and efficiency of the organization.
Current Role as Virtual Assistant
Since 2014, Joanne Laing has been working as a Virtual Assistant at CLAYSNOW LIMITED. In this capacity, she provides administrative support and manages various tasks remotely. Her experience in this role complements her extensive background in office management and project coordination, allowing her to effectively assist clients with their operational needs.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Joanne Laing worked at Amazon as an Office Manager at the Amazon Development Centre Scotland from 2005 to 2014. During her nine-year tenure, she managed office operations and supported various administrative functions. This experience provided her with valuable skills in organizational management and team coordination.
Project Management Experience
Joanne Laing served as a Project Manager at The Tech Partnership for 11 months from 2016 to 2017. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing project initiatives and ensuring that objectives were met within the specified timeframe. Her project management experience adds to her diverse skill set in managing teams and projects effectively.
Early Career Background
Joanne Laing began her career in various administrative roles, including positions at Thomas Cook Tour Operations and PA Consulting Group. She worked as a Personal Assistant to the Product Director at Thomas Cook from 2000 to 2002 and as a Senior Secretary at PA Consulting Group from 1998 to 2000. Her early career laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in office management and project coordination.