Seasoned Public Relations and Human Resources professional with 14 years of experience in enhancing organizational reputation, handling HR-related functions, and managing customs clearances in Dubai. Proven expertise in strategic communications, documentation management, and building professional relationships across various sectors. Demonstrates strong leadership abilities and commanding power, skilled in team settings and project management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales executive, Senior Public Relations Officer
Al GhazalTrading, Manchester Shipping,Abreco group
Dubai, UAE
05.2010 - 12.2023
Spearheaded public relations campaigns, significantly enhancing company visibility and stakeholder engagement across diverse demographic and geographic audiences in Dubai.
Expert in handling customs clearances, customs inspection, and customs documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulations and facilitating smooth import/export operations.
Managed HR-related licenses, visas, and coordination with government offices.
Oversaw messenger operations, cash office management, and maintenance of legal documentation, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
Developed a profound understanding of all locations in Dubai, optimizing logistical operations and campaign reach.
Holds Dubai bike and car licenses and is currently on an old self visa, demonstrating a strong understanding of local regulations and mobility.
Developed policies and systems to ensure business successfully achieved objectives.
Recorded and actioned findings of internal investigations in line with proper procedure.
Overhauled existing compliance controls to enhance risk mitigation.
Reported on compliance performance to senior management.
Reviewed public-facing content to protect company from liability due to misleading claims.
Escalated areas of concern through appropriate internal or external channels.
Supported creation of training materials to educate employees on regulations and impact of non-compliance.
Monitored and reported on industry compliance with relevant legislation.
Investigated suspicious, irregular or non-regulatory compliant activities.
Contributed to company-wide consistency between different departments and sites.
Supported company ethos of continual improvement and growth with stringent audit schedule.
Protected against fines and reputational damage caused by potential non-compliance.
Conducted intensive audits and risk assessments to identify and minimise non-compliance.
Responded to compliance-related queries, keeping up to date with changes to regulations.
Liaised with multi-disciplinary staff to collect and process data quickly.
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to instill culture-wide culture of accountability and compliance.
Collected and organised internal information to support execution of audits.
Owned various general administrative duties to strict timelines.
Education
Diploma of Education - +2
Catholicate College, Pathanamthitta
Kerala, India,
Skills
Strategic communication and public relations management
Customs documentation, inspections, and clearances
HR operations and legal compliance
Leadership and commanding power
Dubai bike and car licensing
Timeline
Sales executive, Senior Public Relations Officer
Al GhazalTrading, Manchester Shipping,Abreco group
05.2010 - 12.2023
Diploma of Education - +2
Catholicate College, Pathanamthitta
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