KAREN BOQUETE LABAO
Executive Administrator
As Salimiyah,Kuwait
Summary
Over 8 years of experience in high-level administrative and office management roles, with a proven ability to streamline operations, improve productivity, and foster positive relationships with clients and coworkers. Seeking a dynamic role within a forward-thinking organization where can utilize skills in administration, leadership, customer service, and financial management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
FASHION GATHERING
Shuwaikh, Kuwait
4 2021 - Current
- Financial Oversight: Review monthly revenues and expenses, delivering financial reports directly to the CEO, improving financial transparency and strategic decision-making.
- Leadership: Supervise and lead a team of over 30 employees, enhancing store performance and team cohesion by clearly defining roles and responsibilities.
- Cross-Departmental Oversight: Successfully managed the Accounting, HR, Inventory, and B2B departments over the last 3 years, improving operational efficiency by streamlining processes and introducing automated systems
- HR Management: Conducted initial interviews for administrative positions, helping to identify candidates aligned with company values, visa applications, and renewals for both local and international employees, while maintaining accurate attendance and HR reports. Supported onboarding process for new hires, facilitating smooth transition into team.
- Budgeting & Bookkeeping: Supported all bookkeeping efforts, managed budgets, and ensured accurate financial record-keeping for all company operations. Expedited invoice processing by accurately reviewing vendor submissions, reconciling accounts payable discrepancies, and conducting timely payments.
- Operational Efficiency: Led the tracking and replacement of office supplies, minimizing interruptions and improving overall productivity
- Reporting & Presentations: Prepared comprehensive reports and presentations for management meetings, contributing to strategic planning and business development
- Assisted in event planning efforts for company gatherings, conferences, or workshops to enhance employee engagement and networking opportunities.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
JEEM INTERNATIONAL COMPANY
Kuwait, Kuwait
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided high-level administrative support, efficiently handling all office tasks such as filing, report generation, and meeting coordination
- Booked appointments and maintained seamless scheduling for senior management, minimizing conflicts and enhancing office productivity
- Managed office communications with focus on professionalism and excellent customer service, improving client satisfaction.
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
Down Under Company for General Trading & Contracting
Mirqab, Kuwait
07.2016 - 10.2020
- Acted as first point of contact for all office visitors, ensuring welcoming and professional environment
- Managed telephones, meetings, and correspondence, ensuring smooth communication between departments and external stakeholders
- Oversaw payroll and personnel documentation, ensuring compliance with local labour laws and company policies
- Provided executive-level support, drafting official correspondence, managing schedules, and resolving administrative issues swiftly.
OFFICE ASSISTANT
JNB TRADING
South Cotabato, Philippines
05.2013 - 01.2015
- Managed busy office environment, handling incoming calls, greeting clients, and maintaining filing system
- Supported office operations by organizing travel, coordinating events, and maintaining office supplies
- Contributed to positive office atmosphere, assisting with various tasks to improve efficiency.
CASHIER
KCC MALL
Koronadal City, Philippines
01.2010 - 05.2010
- Receive payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits
- Issue receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers
- Count money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change
- Greet customers entering establishments
- Maintain clean and orderly checkout areas
- Establish or identify prices of goods, services or admission, and tabulate bills using calculators, cash registers, or optical price scanners
- Issue trading stamps, and redeem food stamps and coupons
- Cash checks for customers
- Keep periodic balance sheets of amounts and numbers of transactions
- Sort, count, and wrap currency and coins
- Process merchandise returns and exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Financial Management
AMA University Online Education
Philippines 03.2024 - Current
Office Management - Office Management
International Institute of Computer Science & Administration
Kuwait City, KU 01.2018 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Office Management
Holy Child College Of Information & Technology
Philippines 06.2010 - 05.2013
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
HR Systems & Payroll Software
Administrative Process Optimization
Administrative Support
Office Administration
Staff Management
Leadership and supervision
Bookkeeping
Payroll Administration
Operations Management
Ethics-focused
Administration and Reporting
Administration and Reporting
Problem-Solving
Task Prioritization
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Financial Management
AMA University Online Education
03.2024 - Current
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
JEEM INTERNATIONAL COMPANY
10.2020 - 03.2021
Office Management - Office Management
International Institute of Computer Science & Administration
01.2018 - 05.2018
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
Down Under Company for General Trading & Contracting
07.2016 - 10.2020
OFFICE ASSISTANT
JNB TRADING
05.2013 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Office Management
Holy Child College Of Information & Technology
06.2010 - 05.2013
CASHIER
KCC MALL
01.2010 - 05.2010
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
FASHION GATHERING
4 2021 - Current