Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Teacher

Prernaa Chatwall

Kuwait

Summary

Dedicated HR and Admin professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand coupled with seeking and maintaining full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Assistant to the Director

Mercedes-Benz, Al Mulla Automotives Group
2020.02 - Current
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports and presentations.
  • Created expense reports, budgets and filing systems for management team.
  • Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
  • Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.
  • Developed and maintained automated alert systems for important deadlines.
  • Supported business and hospitality needs of corporate partners and staff during meetings and company events.
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
  • Created and managed office systems to efficiently deal with documentation.
  • Filed paperwork and organized computer-based information.
  • Wrote reports, executive summaries and newsletters.

Learning and Development Trainer

Jumeirah Messila Beach Hotel and Spa
2014.03 - 2018.09
  • Wrote contracts for company employees, working towards satisfactory agreement between executives, employees and personal goals.
  • Verified long-term staff excellence by implementing updated and continuous training initiatives such as online modules, interactive programs and language labs.
  • Analyzed company training methods and made adjustments to rectify issues, increase efficiency and exceed training goals.
  • Trained and mentored 600 new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
  • Liaised between executives and entry-level workers, facilitating smooth communication.
  • Developed and implemented updating training programs for 600 employees.
  • Created and oversaw more than 15 training programs for operations.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Production Assistant

BBC-Assassin Films Ltd
2013.01 - 2014.01

Production work on Nirbhaya- India's Daughter (working title) social documentary for BBC, based on 16 December 2012 Delhi Gang Rape.

  • Stayed alert, active and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
  • Reviewed activities for production team to complete tasks on time.
  • Checked prices and calculated totals for accurate invoice processing.
  • Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
  • Maintained maximum organization and productivity by properly sorting project components on work tables.
  • Conferred with managers, sales teams and engineering personnel to revise plans and achieve demanding targets.
  • Supported world-class directors and service delivery to client community.

HR Recruiter

Grassik Research Private Limited
2012.01 - 2013.04
  • Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events and job fairs.
  • Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
  • Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
  • Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Compiled and produced qualified candidates' information for hiring manager review and liaised between parties to coordinate formal, management interviews.
  • Emphasized job benefits and perks to applicants to improve organization's attractiveness.
  • Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build network.
  • Verified applicant references and employment details.
  • Maintained filing system of current, prospective and future positions.
  • Tracked candidates and pushed for feedback on disqualifications, time-to-fill statistics and other variables.
  • Worked alongside global business leader to deploy new training strategies.
  • Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.

Leading clients included Godfrey Philips, Cadbury, Al-Kabeer Group, Coca-Cola, Samsung, LG, and Panasonic

Client Service Officer

HSBC
2008.06 - 2010.06
  • Executed and devised business development strategies to attract and acquire new clients using content marketing, cold-calling and networking.
  • Provided knowledgeable service and support for all customer needs.
  • Managed receptionist area by greeting visitors, responding to telephone and email inquiries and providing information for in-person requests.
  • Communicated with clients regarding account services, statements, and balances.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Recommended, selected and helped locate and obtain out-of-stock product based on customer requests.
  • Cross-trained and backed up other customer service managers.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Increased efficiency and team productivity by promoting operational best practices.
  • Investigated and resolved accounting, service and delivery concerns.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.

Education

Digital Marketing - Marketing

Columbia Business School
Kuwait
06.2020

CIPD - Learning And Development

Avado Home Learning Centre
United Kingdom
01.2019

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Bradford University
India
06.2008

Skills

  • Document Filing and Retrieval
  • Administrative Oversight
  • Executive Schedule Management
  • Travel Arrangement Coordination
  • Correspondence and Memos
  • Calendar and Scheduling Software
  • Multi-Line Phone Proficiency
  • Social Media Knowledge
  • Confidentiality and Discretion
  • Executive Travel
  • Business Writing
  • Executive Calendars
  • Developing Agendas
  • Excel Spreadsheets
  • Office Management Software
  • Facility Support

Languages

Hindi
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Arabic
Elementary
A2

Timeline

Executive Assistant to the Director

Mercedes-Benz, Al Mulla Automotives Group
2020.02 - Current

Learning and Development Trainer

Jumeirah Messila Beach Hotel and Spa
2014.03 - 2018.09

Production Assistant

BBC-Assassin Films Ltd
2013.01 - 2014.01

HR Recruiter

Grassik Research Private Limited
2012.01 - 2013.04

Client Service Officer

HSBC
2008.06 - 2010.06

Digital Marketing - Marketing

Columbia Business School

CIPD - Learning And Development

Avado Home Learning Centre

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Bradford University
Prernaa Chatwall