Senior Human Resource & Admin Management Professional

PRIYA MENON

United Arab Emirates
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About Candidate

Seasoned Senior Professional in HR, Administration, and Customer Support with over 15+ years of proven experience in driving HR strategy,
operational excellence, client servicing, and general administration across diverse organizations in the UAE/GCC region. Skilled in aligning HR practices with
business objectives to attract, retain, and develop top talent while fostering a high-performance culture. Additionally, adept at managing customer support
operations across the UK, MENA, and APAC regions, ensuring exceptional service delivery and client satisfaction.
Track record in leading recruitment, employee relations, compensation and benefits, and performance management to drive organizational growth. Skilled
in developing compliant HR policies that enhance operational efficiency, while overseeing facilities, resources, and office management for smooth day-today
operations. Additionally, experienced in managing customer support functions, ensuring high service standards and fostering strong client relationships
across diverse markets.
Demonstrated expertise in managing administrative operations, facilities, and employee relations, with a strong focus on driving productivity, optimizing
costs, and enhancing employee engagement. Skilled in leading long-term HR initiatives and streamlining administrative functions to support organizational
efficiency. Recognized for excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities, coupled with a sharp eye for detail and strong
organizational skills. Passionate about building positive workplace relationships, delivering outstanding service, and contributing meaningfully to
organizational success.

Education

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Data Analytics (Power BI)
ExcelR, Bengaluru, India,
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BA Social Science (Psychology and Sociology)
Madurai Kamaraj University
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Diploma in Hotel Management, Hospitality, Travel & Tourism
Trade Wings Institute of Management

Experiences

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HR & Customer Support Manager 2022-10-31 - 2025-04-30
Effects Media Design & Training Pvt. Ltd., Trivandrum, India

HR Key Deliverables:  Strategic Planning: Translate business objectives into HR strategies that ensure the business has the right talent to meet future needs.  Talent Management: Oversee the workforce planning, recruitment, selection, and onboarding to attract and retain the top talent.  Recruitment: Lead end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and employee lifecycle management to drive talent acquisition and retention.  Compensation and Benefits: Develop compensation and benefits strategies that attract and retain employees, ensuring competitiveness.  Administration: Manage the administrative operations, including office supplies management, vendor relations, and contract negotiations.  Administrative Support: Provide executive-level support, assisting seniors in scheduling, strategic planning, and high-level coordination.  Office Management: Oversee office functions, including vendor management, procurement, and IT support for smooth operations.  HR Policies: Develop and implement HR policies to streamline workforce management, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.  Employee Relations: Oversee employee relations, performance evaluations, and drive employee development to boost productivity.  Employee Engagement: Drive employee engagement programs that enhance motivation, job satisfaction, and retention across all levels.  HR Records: Maintained accurate attendance and employee records, ensuring timely updates. CS Key Deliverables:  Strategic Planning: Create and execute plans to enhance client servicing performance, customer satisfaction, response times, and issue resolution.  Customer Support: Play a significant role in providing top-tier customer support, resolving complex issues, and maintaining high satisfaction levels.  Customer Service: Foster a customer-service-oriented approach within the team to elevate customer satisfaction and build robust relationships.  Customer Satisfaction: Achieve exceptional customer satisfaction and consistently maintain industry-leading net promoter scores (NPS).  Escalations Management: Handle complex escalations directly, ensuring timely resolution and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.  Customer Feedback: Gather customer feedback to identify growth opportunities and drive product/service improvement initiatives.  Client Relationship: Cultivate strong client relations, improved retention by 20%, and streamlined processes to reduce response times by 30%.  Team Leadership: Actively direct a team managing inquiries via chat, email, and phone, ensuring exceptional service and operational efficiency.  Invoicing: Play a stellar role in managing the invoicing and client follow-ups, ensuring prompt payment collection and financial accuracy.

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Customer Support Supervisor (Contract Role) – 2022-01-31 - 2022-07-31
Ernst & Young LLP, Trivandrum, India

Key Deliverables:  Reporting: Analyzed weekly Sales & Pipeline reports, providing insights on GDS penetration to key stakeholders for informed decision-making.  GTER Reports: Reviewed and assessed GTER reports across G-360 and key accounts, identifying opportunities to drive performance.  Client Servicing: Delivered account performance reports to the SAT Service Line Leader, contributing to strategic client servicing plans.  Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborated with MENA stakeholders to align regional goals with global objectives, facilitating execution.  Strategic Advisory: Provided strategic guidance on account integration strategies to the SAT Service Line Leader, enhancing account growth.

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Sr. Customer Service Support (Band 5) 2018-04-30 - 2019-04-30
IBM, Bangalore, India

Key Deliverables:  Customer Support: Provided high-level support to sales teams on the AT&T project, facilitating implementation and business outcomes.  Escalation Management: Managed sales escalations, resolved issues within the defined TAT, and created solutions for future challenges.  Team Coordination: Worked with sales teams, account managers, and internal departments to resolve issues and ensure service excellence.

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HR & Administration Manager 2016-10-31 - 2018-03-31
Chameleon Advertising, Trivandrum, India

Key Deliverables:  Operational Leadership: Directed operations across Trivandrum and Kochi branches, ensuring efficiency and optimal resource allocation.  Resource Management: Oversaw office facilities, supplies, and equipment, enhancing resource utilization and supporting functions.  Liaison & Coordination: Fostered seamless communication between departments to ensure smooth workflow and project execution.  Talent Acquisition: Led recruitment from job posting to onboarding, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and hiring top talent.  Performance Management: Developed performance evaluation systems and provided feedback to drive employee development.  Process Optimization: Initiated process improvements, achieving a 15% reduction in administrative costs while enhancing efficiency.  Employee Engagement: Spearheaded team-building and employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive company culture.  Conflict Resolution: Addressed employee concerns and resolved conflicts, ensuring a harmonious work environment.  HR & Compliance: Managed HR documentation, ensured compliance with labor laws, and maintained accurate records.  Executive Support: Assisted the Managing Director by managing meetings and administrative tasks, providing support for decision-making.

Skills

Recruitment & Onboarding
80%
HR Policies
80%
Performance Management
80%
Employee Engagement
80%

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