
I am a professional Executive Assistant, with more than 20 years of experience in C-level administrative support, as well as in handling all aspects of office management. During my career, I have served as a personal manager, executive administrative assistant, travel planner, staff liaison, client relationship builder and public relations coordinator, in fast-paced and exciting environments.
I have developed skills that ensure the highest level of competence, time management, and confidentiality
With excellent organizational and communication skills, an outstanding work ethic, and the ability to work well in both team-oriented as well as self-directed environments, I am positioned to exceed expectations. I quickly learn preferences, goals, and objectives of my immediate bosses, and do my very best to aid in the leadership of the company.
Combine all of this experience in C-level support, office management, and my strong administrative background with my natural talents (communication, analytical problem solving, management skill, and research), and with my work ethic, you have a well-rounded candidate, who is expected to exceed all expectations.
I have approached my previous positions as opportunities for career advancement and discovery. I will bring the same entrepreneurial spirit and value-added vision to any organization I join.
Last Resume Update | January 13, 2021 |
Address | Karachi, Pakistan |
[email protected] | |
Phone Number | +923332152825 |
Website | http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-geraldine |
Experience
Executive Assistant & Head Corporate Communications
Praetorian (Pvt.) Ltd., is a multifaceted company, with their core business Logistics and freight forwarding (BNS Logistics Pvt Ltd.,) and aviation management, for over 40 years. My job is multifaceted, and while I am currently holding the above-captioned title, I am not limited by it. I also coordinate, plan and support daily operations and administrative functions of a very confidential environment. I develop and administer various HR plans and procedures for company personnel; prepare payroll; control/monitor correspondence; manage and ensure compliance from Staff to our partners. I plan, organize and control all activities of the department as well. I also establish and co-ordinate administrative policies and procedures for officials, committees and boards of directors as well as design and implement office policies by establishing standards and procedures.
Executive Assistant & Head Corporate Communications
Bandhani Group’s core business is logistics. They transport various petrol products all over Pakistan. One of Bandhani Group’s companies is also the franchise owner for Johnny Rockets & Party Fiesta in Pakistan. I was E.A. to the Chairman of the group. I provided thorough and skillful administrative and business support to him. I managed his calendar, all correspondence, appointments, and travel as well as attended meetings with him and on his behalf, as and when required. I designed and maintained a filing system that ensured security, integrity and confidentiality as well as ease of storage and retrieval of data. I conducted extensive Internet researchers on the availability of new international franchises and then developed contact which led to a few acquisitions and kept a keen eye on any future potential acquisitions as well. I met with franchise owners to discuss and negotiate potential partnerships. I routed tasks and coordinated with various departments and was the center point for follow-up on these tasks. I also handled many tasks as well as projects, as and when required. I helped set up stores all over Pakistan, which included but was not limited to, choosing economical material for building/decorating, coordinating with designers & architects, managing the smooth running of projects on the behalf of the Chairman with regular updates and follow-ups for him. In short, I ensured efficient and smooth management of the Chairman’s office. I also ran the HR department from January 2015. I oversaw recruitment, benefits, office procedures, payroll and many other HR-related jobs on a daily basis.
Customer Service Associate
Fry's Electronics is a retailer of software, consumer electronics, household appliances and computer hardware. I was part of the Returns Department, where I took care of customers by resolving their complaints as well as return and exchange of merchandise bought at the store. I reported to the Manager Electronics Department.
Office Manager (Part-time)
Pro-Medic Health Services is a recruitment company that matched various medical personnel to clinics and hospitals. I ran the office while my boss, the C.E.O. travelled and met with potential partners and clients. I took care of daily tasks, responding to emails/enquiries, hiring staff, matching personnel and preparing them for interviews etc., A rundown of my day included but was not limited to maintaining efficient operations, paying bills and maintain personal expenses records, credit card payments, maintain bank account records etc. Handled all correspondence, meeting arrangements, travel & hotel bookings. I designed and implemented filing systems; made sure they were kept current, I ensured security, integrity and confidentiality of data, oversaw adherence to office policies and procedures, routed various jobs/tasks to the relevant department, coordinated operational reports and schedules to ensure efficiency, reviewed and approved office supply acquisitions etc.,
Executive Assistant to M.D. & Head Corporate Communications
Praetorian (Pvt.) Ltd. is a multifaceted company that was working on bringing Lamborghini and Fendi, to Pakistan. I was reporting to the Managing Director. I was regularly in liaison with our partners in Italy and was the first point of contact for the company. I also attended workshops in Italy and the U.S.A. on behalf of the MD who trusted me to represent the company in his stead. I also helped set up and ran the day to day operations of a Fendi Furniture store for our company.
Executive Assistant to C.O.O.
Pyramid Production is a production house, dealing in post-production work on television advertisements and as well as other TV programs. I rejoined this company as the C.O.O. needed me to run his office. I managed his correspondence, travel, meetings arrangements etc.,
Executive Secretary to President
JCR-VIS is a full-service rating agency providing independent rating services in Pakistan. I was reporting directly to the President of the company. I was responsible for the efficient and smooth running of his Secretariat. He depended on me for all his correspondence, meeting arrangements, distribution of various tasks as well as timely follow-ups. I also handled payment of his personal bills and other tasks as assigned to me.
Manager HR & Administration
Pyramid Production is a production house, dealing in post-production work on television advertisements and as well as other TV programs. I was initially hired as Executive Assistant to the C.E.O. but was also assigned to help the HR department to set up company policies, recruitment, compiling and managing hiring documentation, daily attendance, management of leaves, as well as acting as a liaison and maintaining open lines of communication among senior executives, board members, middle management and administrative staff. I also helped publish the company handbook. I was soon promoted to the position of Manager HR & Administration. I continued to report directly to the C.E.O.
Executive Secretary to C.E.O.
Comexindo Bahria was a buying house, with its parent company in Indonesia. I handled the day to day running of the C.E.O.’s office, which included, but was not limited to, handling telephonic, email and other correspondence on his behalf, rerouting jobs to various departments, assisting in setting up meetings, events, travel arrangements etc., I also handled petty cash for day to day office expenses and set up expense records. I maintained vendor contacts and frequently interacted with them. All in all, I was managing the day-to-day administration and operations of the office.
Education
Medical Office Administration Certification
High School
Commerce
Secondary School Certificate
Science