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Work History
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Extracurricular Activities
References
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Gonçalo Morais Cardoso

Gonçalo Morais Cardoso

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Summary

Ambitious Master's candidate in International Affairs & Governance at the University of St. Gallen, with extensive international experience in corporate strategy, regulatory policy, and data analysis. Regularly collaborating with C-suite executives, including the CEO and CFO at Swiss Re, I lead high-stakes projects related to financial disclosures and global events. Known for exceptional analytical and interpersonal skills, adept at navigating complex challenges in high-stakes environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Media Relations & Corporate Reporting Manager

Swiss Re Group
Zurich
- Current
  • Lead corporate financial reporting processes, working directly with the CEO, CFO, and Chairman
  • Organize and represent Swiss Re at global conferences and high-profile events
  • Preparing reports for senior executives and drafting communications.

Political and Economic Attaché

Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) & Swiss Business Hub (S-GE)
São Paulo
03.2022 - 03.2023
  • Crafted economic reports and conducted market analysis that influenced Swiss-Brazil trade relations
  • Planned, coordinated, and implemented international business and culture events for official visits
  • Acted as strategic advisor to the Consul General.

Data Controller

Utopia Music AG
Zug
01.2021 - 02.2022
  • Managed data integrity for Utopia's core database
  • Played a key role in strategic workshops, contributing data-driven insights
  • Fast-tracked from intern to full-time in three months, recognized for exceptional results and earning 6 ECTS for my Bachelor's.

Marketing & Strategy Analyst

Swiss Re Group - Corporate Solutions
Zurich
03.2023
  • Led strategy and data analysis initiatives for Swiss Re clients
  • Analysed market research data and prepared data for key publications
  • Developed internal/external communication materials and coordinated team events.

Education

Master of Arts - International Affairs And Governance

University of St. Gallen (HSG)
St Gallen
01.2025

Bachelor of Arts - International Affairs And Governance

University of St. Gallen (HSG)
St Gallen
01.2022

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Public Speaking
  • Problem-Solving
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Adaptability
  • Data Analysis / R
  • Office 365/Google Suite

Extracurricular Activities

  • Diversity and Inclusion Committee Member, Utopia Music AG
  • Support Crew Model UN Conference 2021
  • Chairperson, Model WTO Conference 2020
  • Tennis Champion, Lugano Tennis Championship 2020

References

  • Laura Schuon, Media Relations Manager at Swiss Re Group, laura_schuon@swissre.com
  • Philipp Taha, Product Owner IP Platform at Swiss Re Corporate Solutions, philipp_taha@swissre.com
  • Hans Aebi, Head of Swiss Business Hub Brazil, hans.aebi@eda.admin.ch
  • Pierre Hagmann, Consul-General of Switzerland in São Paulo, pierre.hagmann@eda.admin.ch

Languages

Italian
First Language
Portuguese
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
German
Advanced (C1)
C1
French
Advanced (C1)
C1
Spanish
Elementary (A2)
A2

Timeline

Marketing & Strategy Analyst

Swiss Re Group - Corporate Solutions
03.2023

Political and Economic Attaché

Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) & Swiss Business Hub (S-GE)
03.2022 - 03.2023

Data Controller

Utopia Music AG
01.2021 - 02.2022

Media Relations & Corporate Reporting Manager

Swiss Re Group
- Current

Master of Arts - International Affairs And Governance

University of St. Gallen (HSG)

Bachelor of Arts - International Affairs And Governance

University of St. Gallen (HSG)
Gonçalo Morais Cardoso