Katarzyna Kurdziel
About Katarzyna Kurdziel
Katarzyna Kurdziel is a Project Officer in Group Internal Consulting at UBS, currently based in Beijing, China. She has a diverse background in hospitality and education, with previous roles at The HEINEKEN Company and experience in creating immersive learning environments for children.
Current Role at UBS
Katarzyna Kurdziel currently serves as a Project Officer in Group Internal Consulting at UBS. She has held this position since 2022, working in Beijing, China. In her role, she is involved in various consulting projects that aim to improve internal processes and enhance operational efficiency within the organization.
Previous Experience at The HEINEKEN Company
Before joining UBS, Katarzyna worked at The HEINEKEN Company as a Collections and Disputes Specialist from 2020 to 2022. During her two years in this role, based in Cracow, Małopolskie, Poland, she managed collections processes and resolved disputes, contributing to the financial operations of the company.
Educational Background
Katarzyna has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and Affairs from Tischner European University, studying from 2011 to 2014. She also completed a Postgraduate program focused on Modern China at Jagiellonian University from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, she studied Chinese Language at Beijing Youth Politics College from 2018 to 2019 and spent 11 months at Università degli Studi di Firenze in 2013.
Experience in Education and Child Development
Katarzyna has experience in creating immersive environments for young children, focusing on English language and Western culture. She has organized educational games and activities in bilingual settings and acted as a liaison between international school teachers and parents, facilitating effective communication and understanding.
Early Career in Hospitality
Katarzyna began her career in the hospitality industry, working as a waitress and hostess at Stedmans Elite People in Sydney, Australia, for three months in 2015. She also worked at Fresh Catering in Sydney for four months during the same year. Additionally, she served as a Leisure Time Animator at 4ever Your Friends in Rome, Italy, for one month in 2014.