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Sonia Khurana

Client Care And Property Administrator/Coordinator
VANCOUVER

Summary

Experienced Tenant/Client Care Management and Administration Professional with over 15 years of expertise in delivering exceptional customer service, conflict mediation, troubleshooting, and communication skills to address diverse needs. Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure operational and service excellence. Utilizes calm and level-headed strategies to smoothly mitigate customer conflicts or fulfill their needs. Responsive and resilient team player with an adaptable and resourceful mindset.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Administrative Officer/Property Manager

Aquilini Properties LP
01.2021 - 05.2024
  • Supported senior management and building managers in providing high level property and client care
  • Coordinated with trades and contractors to action necessary repairs and preventative maintenance.
  • Provided exceptional customer service as the first point of contact for clients, resolving issues promptly and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Arranged tenant appreciations campaigns, holiday greetings and gifts and raffles.
  • Performed thorough unit walkthrough with tenants for move in and out of both residential and commercial units and provided thorough and knowledgeable orientations
  • Completed thorough inspections of units to ensure readiness for handover to tenants
  • Completed all leasing documents, inspection reports and photo inventory files
  • Interpreted warranty documents
  • Knowledge of New Home Warranty and BC Housing Residential Construction Guide
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Developed and implemented business administration systems, databases and recording systems to support operational delivery.
  • Maintain computer and physical filing systems.


  • Onboarded new software program and championed migration from prior system
  • Oversee office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits and recordkeeping
  • Coordinate special projects and managed schedules.


  • Monitor and evaluate personnel performance to complete annual reviews, recommend advancement or address productivity concerns.
  • Arrange corporate and office conferences for company employees and guests.
  • Source vendors for special project needs and negotiated contracts.
  • Draft documents in company-directed formats and fonts, maintaining exceptional style consistency.

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  • Report building and facility repairs, defects and security issues to contractors and monitored progress toward resolutions.
  • Prepare reporting and documentation to support effective divisional, functional and strategic business activity.


  • Represent company at internal and external forums and committees for effective corporate communication and collaboration.


  • Acquired proper equipment, refreshments and supplies for meetings and supported needs of attendees.
  • Coordinated training for new team members, overseeing onboarding details and designing framework for future acquisitions.
  • Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.
  • Managed staff development, underperformance issues and employee relations to adopt consistent, fair and objective decision-making
  • Established and developed strong administrative team by delivering ongoing coaching and motivation and fostering career advancement.
  • Evaluated employee records and productivity to complete employee evaluations.
  • Developed standard operating procedures for all administrative employees.
  • Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
  • Developed and implemented business administration systems, databases and recording systems to support operational delivery.


  • Managed a team of junior administrators, providing guidance and support to ensure high levels of performance and job satisfaction.
  • Delegated tasks, monitored compliance and implemented performance improvement plans.
  • Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures across the organization.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.


  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.


Concierge/Customer Service Agent

Air Canada
07.2022 - 12.2022
  • Obtained a full clearance RAIC from transport Canada
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Fully trained in boarding, deboarding, and check in processes
  • Remedied issues quickly and effectively through active listening, conflict resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Worked closely with VIP passengers, with high degree of respect for privacy.

Property Manager

Vancouver Luxury Realty
04.2015 - 12.2020
  • Provided executive relocation housing services
  • Assisted high profile tenants to facilitate their moving process by providing services such as furnishing their units, ordering special request groceries and arranging required utilities
  • Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen and other support services.
  • Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
  • Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
  • Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for property management office.
  • Verified income, assets and expenses and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.
  • Maintained operational facilities attractive to potential tenants by organizing regular maintenance, major repairs and capital improvement projects.
  • Introduced prospective tenants to types of units available and performed tours of premises.
  • Handled disciplinary actions, performance appraisals and terminations of company staff.
  • Organized and participated in meetings to give residents opportunity to ask questions and provide forum for issues to be addressed.
  • Evaluated and recommended changes in rental pricing strategies to remain competitive in market

Officer

Passport Canada - Service Canada/Department of Foreign Affairs
03.2002 - 03.2015
  • Evaluate passport applications and necessary documentation following strict security regulations; determine the issuance and processing of a passport based on policies and procedures
  • Always displaying a high level of accuracy and judgement due to consequence of error and the impact of national security.
  • Offering information to the public regarding, applications, time-frames, costs, procedures
    and requirements in order to obtain passport services
  • Interview applicants and make entitlement decisions on passport applications based on the information obtained, as well as by interpreting and applying legislation and passport policies and procedures
  • Collecting payment and setting timeline expectations once application is processed
  • Assisted newly hired clerks in learning about application reviews and verification procedures, performance strategies and customer service techniques.


  • Created documents with applicant information and verified data against database information.
  • Conducted exams and tests, graded responses and accurately determined licensing approvals and data verification.
  • Maintained a Top Secret Security Clearance

Flight Attendant

Canada 3000
07.2000 - 11.2001
  • Ensured aircraft and passenger compliance with policies, procedures, regulations and safety guidance.
  • Resolved passenger situations during flight involving disorderly passengers and medical emergencies.
  • Answered passengers' questions and provided solutions to issues arising during flights.
  • Ensure safety and comfort of customers onboard aircraft.
  • Facilitated communication between flight deck and cabin crew prior to and during flights to promote smooth operations.
  • Greeted passengers, assisted with carry-on baggage stowage, and delivered onboard announcements.
  • Served beverages and food items from refreshment cart and provided information about in-flight offerings to passengers.
  • Demonstrated proper use of safety equipment and seatbelts to inform and educate passengers prior to takeoff.
  • Attended workshops and trainings in customer service, conflict resolution tactics and safety procedures to keep abreast of all new requirements and procedures.
  • Clearly explained and demonstrated safety and emergency procedures to passengers prior to takeoff.
  • Facilitated boarding process by greeting passengers upon arrival to aircraft and providing direction to seats.
  • Drove passenger satisfaction by answering questions and providing solutions to issues arising during flights promptly.
  • Relayed updates and information to passengers after confirming key details with pilot and lead.
  • Offered personalized assistance to children, elderly and passengers with special needs.
  • Controlled entertainment for passengers through onboard video and audio systems.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sir Winston Churchill Secondary
Vancouver, BC

No Degree - Property Manager Licence

UBC Sauder School of Business
Vancouver
03.2015

Skills

  • Policy and Procedure Modification
  • Written Communication
  • Travel Coordination
  • Database Administration
  • Information Protection
  • Business Administration
  • Clerical Support
  • Microsoft Office
  • Event Coordination
  • Coaching and Training
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Email Correspondence
  • Enforce Policies
  • Customer Service Management
  • Meeting Coordination and Support
  • Scheduling
  • Excellent Multitasking Abilities
  • Training and Development
  • Organizational Skills
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Conflict Management
  • Senior Leadership Support
  • Customer Relations

Timeline

Concierge/Customer Service Agent

Air Canada
07.2022 - 12.2022

Senior Administrative Officer/Property Manager

Aquilini Properties LP
01.2021 - 05.2024

Property Manager

Vancouver Luxury Realty
04.2015 - 12.2020

Officer

Passport Canada - Service Canada/Department of Foreign Affairs
03.2002 - 03.2015

Flight Attendant

Canada 3000
07.2000 - 11.2001

High School Diploma -

Sir Winston Churchill Secondary

No Degree - Property Manager Licence

UBC Sauder School of Business
Sonia KhuranaClient Care And Property Administrator/Coordinator