SABINE DICK
Zemmer-Rodt,Germany
Summary
Seasoned Executive Assistant and Office Manager with 25 years of international experience supporting C-level executives. Expertise in operations management, corporate governance, finance coordination, and event planning. Executes cross-functional projects with discretion and maintains exceptional organizational skills in high-pressure environments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Office Manager / Executive Assistant Finance & Payroll
Actis EU Management SARL
01.2024 - Current
- Provide executive-level support across finance, payroll, and operations
- Coordinated budgeting, IT liaison activities, and company events to align resources with organizational goals
- Managed crisis preparedness, travel security, insurance, and vendor relations to safeguard employee welfare and company assets
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
- Oversaw premises, real estate, and sub-lease administration to ensure optimal use of facilities
Personal Assistant to the CFO
FREO Group S.A.
06.2019 - 12.2023
- Primary liaison between board members, senior management, and stakeholders
- Coordinated board meetings, investment committees, and executive calendars to ensure seamless communication and decision-making
- Crafted executive communications, reports, and board-level documentation to support strategic initiatives and informed decision-making
- Oversaw global travel logistics and expense reporting, ensuring timely and efficient arrangements for executive travel
- Supported group financing closings with legal and advisory coordination
- Led marketing activities and implemented cost-saving budget structures
- Coordinated marketing initiatives and events
Assistant to the Managing Board
LRI Invest S.A.
Munsbach
09.2015 - 05.2019
- Assisted board of directors and senior management with administrative needs
- Prepared supervisory board documentation and reports
- Coordinated travel, scheduled meetings, recorded minutes, and organized company events
- Facilitated support for HR and Legal teams during peak periods
Export Specialist
Franklin Electric Europa GmbH
Wittlich
01.1995 - 08.2015
- Prepared customs documentation and banking instruments (LCs, guarantees) to facilitate smooth transactions and compliance
- Managed international sales and order processing across 70 countries, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction
- Coordinated worldwide trade fairs, enhancing brand visibility and fostering key client relationships
- Implemented certification processes with global testing authorities
Paralegal
Law Office Bettinger & Kollegen
Wittlich
07.1993 - 10.1994
- Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of the litigation process.
- Drafted and reviewed legal correspondence, including letters, emails, and faxes, to facilitate clear communication between clients and attorneys.
- Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
- Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
- Organized and updated client files in accordance with established protocols to ensure compliance and accessibility.
- Delivered administrative support by managing phone communications and scheduling appointments to enhance office efficiency.
Education
Paralegal Qualification -
Vocational School Business & Management
Trier, Germany06-1993
Intermediate Secondary Certificate -
Vocational School Business & Management
Wittlich, Germany06-1990
Secondary Qualification -
Secondary School
Salmtal, Germany06-1988
Primary School Readiness -
Primary School
Gladbach, Germany06-1983
Skills
- Office & Operations Management
- Vendor & Contract Management
- Budget optimization
- Event & Travel Management
- Governance compliance
- Operational Continuity
- Employee Relations
- International Communication
- Finance & Payroll Coordination
- Microsoft Office
- Workday
- JD Edwards
- Legisway
- Interflex
- Format Customs Software
- Executive & Board Support
Certification
- Safety Officer Workplace Safety & Health (Group A), House of Training Luxembourg, 2025
- Fire Warden & First Aid Training, PILSA Institute, 2025
- ILA Certification in Company Secretarial & Governance Practice, 2020-2023
- Certified Corporate Governance Officer
- Professional Minute Taking Certificate (IHK Trier), 2017
- Fund Basics Training, 2016
- English Certificate C1.1, 2015
- Excel & PowerPoint Certification, 2015
- Customs Regulations (Annual Training)
- Incoterms Seminar, 2010
- Customs & Export Certification, 2002
- French Language Training (multiple programs), 2008-2026
Languages
- German, Native
- English, Fluent C1.1
- French, Basic A1/ A2 (continuing French classes)
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Sports
- Travelling
- Cooking
Professional Memberships
- ILA Luxembourg, Corporate Governance Officer
- IMA Luxembourg, International Management Assistants
Personal Information
- Child Name: Eliah
- Child Name: Malin
- Date of Birth: 03/03/73
- Marital Status: Married
- Place of Birth: Germany
Timeline
Office Manager / Executive Assistant Finance & Payroll
Actis EU Management SARL
01.2024 - Current
Personal Assistant to the CFO
FREO Group S.A.
06.2019 - 12.2023
Assistant to the Managing Board
LRI Invest S.A.
09.2015 - 05.2019
Export Specialist
Franklin Electric Europa GmbH
01.1995 - 08.2015
Paralegal
Law Office Bettinger & Kollegen
07.1993 - 10.1994
Paralegal Qualification -
Vocational School Business & Management
Intermediate Secondary Certificate -
Vocational School Business & Management
Secondary Qualification -
Secondary School
Primary School Readiness -
Primary School