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Niketa Gajjar

Mississauga,ON

Summary

Dedicated administrative professional with successful experience in fast-paced office settings. Hardworking team player with expertise in completing various clerical tasks and offering staff support. Responsible, punctual and productive professional when working with little to no supervision. Detail-oriented administrative assistant with experience in customer service, data entry and office providing high-quality administrative support to various departments. Highly organized and detail-oriented with great multitasking and task prioritization skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Manager

DCB Bank Ltd
10.2021 - 11.2023
  • Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient administrative systems and procedures.
  • Improved employee productivity with effective time management strategies for daily tasks.
  • Enhanced internal communication by creating a centralized information hub accessible to all staff members.
  • Reduced overhead costs through careful budget management and resource allocation.
  • Managed human resources functions, including hiring, onboarding, and employee evaluations for optimal team performance.
  • Coordinated company events and meetings to foster teamwork and boost employee morale.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of company policies and procedures for easy reference by all employees.
  • Oversaw vendor relations, negotiating contracts that resulted in cost savings for the organization.
  • Screened and transferred incoming calls, took down messages, and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
  • Managed company schedule to coordinate calendar and arrange travel.

Assistant Manager - Administration

Avenue Supermarts Ltd. DMart
09.2019 - 10.2021
  • Streamlined administrative processes by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational tools.
  • Enhanced office productivity with thorough calendar management and meeting coordination for executives and staff members.
  • Facilitated clear communication between departments, scheduling regular meetings to address pressing issues or concerns.
  • Managed confidential employee records, ensuring privacy and compliance with company policies and legal regulations.
  • Developed comprehensive training materials for new hires, improving onboarding efficiency and overall job satisfaction.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service while managing incoming calls/email inquiries from both internal and external parties professionally and promptly.
  • Monitored facility maintenance requests ensuring prompt response and completion by building management or designated contractors.
  • Maintained accurate, up-to-date databases of key contacts/vendors enabling efficient communication and resource allocation.
  • Answered phone calls and responded to inquiries from customers, vendors and other external contacts.
  • Greeted visitors with professionalism and enthusiasm to provide support and direct guests to appropriate department.
  • Maintained databases and contact lists to keep important contact information accurate and up to date.
  • Monitored and directed incoming mail and prepared outgoing mail.
  • Monitored and ordered office supplies to keep office stocked with resources necessary to function smoothly.
  • Monitored front areas so that questions could be promptly addressed.

Administrative Assistant

Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services
08.2010 - 09.2019
  • Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing organizational systems.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying opportunities for process improvements and negotiating vendor contracts.
  • Managed expense reports for executive staff members, ensuring accurate documentation of spending for budgeting purposes.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Managed communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries through Mails.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
  • Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
  • Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
  • Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail .
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.

HR & Admin Executive

Azure Knowledge Center
10.2009 - 08.2010
  • To Induct the new hires and keep healthy atmosphere flowing in the premises.
  • Responsible for Joining Formalities, Bank Account updating & Employee life cycle.
  • Preparing & Issuing Various Letters to the employee.
  • Maintain Employee Personal File along with the Background check report.
  • Responsible for PF & ESIC Challan.
  • Employee Code Generation
  • Employee Grievance
  • Employee Engagement Activities.

Zonal Operation Executive

Bajaj Capital Insurance Brokers Ltd
12.2007 - 03.2009

Operation Profile

  • Responsible for 9 Branches across Gujarat
  • Co-ordinate among local operations team member and insurance company relationship manager for quick issuance of policies.
  • To build relationship with local Operation Team of Principal insurance company.
  • To provide assistance to internal & external customers for complains & queries.
  • ·To provide assistance to to customers for timely settlement of claims.
  • Timely Finalization of Tele & Sales Report.
  • Order office Supplies & maintain Inventory.
  • Travelling & Booking Arrangements for the seniors
  • Schedule & confirm appointments
  • Provide Training to Local Operation Team of my zone


HR Profile

  • On Boarding of selected candidates
  • Co-Ordination with HO regarding various issues & MIS.
  • Attendance Management
  • Bank Account Opening



Customer Care Executive

Landmark Insurance Brokers Ltd
04.2007 - 12.2007
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving inquiries effectively and efficiently.
  • Streamlined customer support processes for improved call handling times and resolutions.
  • Reduced customer complaints with proactive issue identification and resolution strategies.
  • Managed a high volume of inbound calls, multitasking effectively to address diverse customer needs simultaneously.
  • Communicated with customers to identify needs and expectations.
  • Kept accurate records of all customer interactions and transactions.
  • Provided excellent customer service by efficiently resolving issues and responding to inquiries.
  • Collected customer information and analyzed customer needs to recommend potential products or services.

Education

Bachelor of Accounting - Accounting

Gujarat University
India
04.2007

Skills

  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint,Outlook)
  • Data Management
  • Vendor Management
  • Customer Care
  • Organizational Skills
  • Filing
  • Time Management
  • Data Entry & Accuracy
  • Google Docs
  • Problem Solving Skills

Accomplishments

  • Winner of Mahindra Rise 2016 in “Alternative Thinking” Category for Employee Data Management
  • ·Winner of Mahindra Rise 2018 in “Alternative Thinking” Category for New Joined Employee Hygine.
  • Documented and resolved Concern Person with contact details which led to timely resolution of the issue.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional

Timeline

Deputy Manager

DCB Bank Ltd
10.2021 - 11.2023

Assistant Manager - Administration

Avenue Supermarts Ltd. DMart
09.2019 - 10.2021

Administrative Assistant

Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services
08.2010 - 09.2019

HR & Admin Executive

Azure Knowledge Center
10.2009 - 08.2010

Zonal Operation Executive

Bajaj Capital Insurance Brokers Ltd
12.2007 - 03.2009

Customer Care Executive

Landmark Insurance Brokers Ltd
04.2007 - 12.2007

Bachelor of Accounting - Accounting

Gujarat University
Niketa Gajjar