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Kanika Gupta

Executive Assistant
Delhi
Kanika Gupta

Summary

Dedicated Executive Assistant with over a decade of experience in supporting C-suite executives and senior leadership teams. Unwavering dedication to efficiency, exceptional organizational skills, and ability to anticipate needs have consistently contributed to the success of the organizations I've served. I'm adept at handling complex schedules, streamlining operations, and ensuring seamless communication, allowing executives to focus on strategic priorities. Thrive in fast- paced environments, maintain the highest level of confidentiality, and am dedicated to delivering exceptional results.

Overview

13
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Naukri.com
NOIDA

Executive Assistant to the Director
11.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Calendar & Time Management: Expertly manage complex executive calendars—prioritizing tasks, avoiding scheduling conflicts, and ensuring optimal use of leadership time across strategic meetings, reviews, and stakeholder interactions.
  • Travel & Logistics Coordination: Independently handle end-to-end travel arrangements including domestic/international bookings, visa documentation, accommodations, and itinerary planning—ensuring seamless travel experiences.
  • Team & Office Administration: Support overall team functioning through proactive calendar planning, effective internal coordination, and administrative oversight—ensuring smooth day-to-day operations within the leadership team.
  • Expense & Purchase Management: Manage expense reports, reimbursements, and OPEX purchase requisitions with accuracy and timeliness—ensuring policy compliance and proper vendor engagement.
  • Event Planning & Execution: Plan and manage high-level meetings and internal events such as Townhalls and offsites—handling everything from logistics and agendas to vendor coordination, catering, and live stream setup.
  • Document & Tool Proficiency: Create and manage presentations, reports, and trackers using Microsoft Office and Google Suite; skilled in leveraging productivity tools (e.g., MS Teams, Zoom, Slack) for real-time collaboration.
  • Confidentiality & Professional Integrity: Handle highly sensitive information and executive-level communications with absolute discretion, sound judgment, and professional integrity.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Build and nurture strong working relationships across Sales, HR, Finance, Marketing, and Product teams—facilitating timely information flow and alignment of business goals.
  • Proactive Ownership: Take full ownership of administrative responsibilities, follow-ups, and special projects—consistently delivering results without requiring supervision.
  • Communication & Relationship Building: Serve as a strong representative of the Director’s office—ensuring clear, respectful, and timely communication with internal teams, external stakeholders, and senior leadership.

Vodafone Idea Limited
New Delhi

Executive Assistant
11.2023 - 09.2024

Job overview

  • Provided high-level support to the executive, including managing complex calendars, scheduling meetings, coordinating appointments, and arranging Audio & Video Conferences.
  • Anticipated scheduling conflicts and proactively resolve them to ensure the smooth operation of the executive's calendar. Helped the executive stay on track with deadlines and commitments by providing timely reminders and updates.
  • Arranged travel logistics, including trains & flights, accommodation, and transportation. Prepared travel itineraries and ensure all necessary arrangements are in place.
  • Handled travel-related expenses and reconciled them in a timely manner. Processed invoices, reimbursements, and other financial transactions in a timely manner, keeping detailed records and receipts as necessary.
  • Reviewed and approved leaves, travel requests, expense claims, and other requests on behalf of the executive. Ensured requests adhere to company policies and guidelines.
  • Handled correspondence, emails, phone calls, and inquiries on behalf of the executive, ensuring prompt and professional responses. Managed databases, contact lists, and other information systems to ensure accurate and up-to-date records.
  • Participated, organized and assisted the organizing committee with office events and celebrations.
  • Maintained an advanced degree of confidentiality along with excellent judgement and discretion.
  • Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.

HFCL Limited
Delhi

Executive Assistant to the President
01.2020 - 10.2023

Job overview

  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
  • Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate effective communication throughout the company.
  • Coordinated events for staff members, promoting team-building activities and boosting morale within the workplace.

Indiabulls Home Loans
New Delhi

Business Support Executive
11.2017 - 01.2020

Job overview

Scheduled appointments promptly, ensuring optimal use of executive time while minimizing conflicts or cancellations.

  • Coordinated and booked airfare, hotel and ground transportation and prepared itinerary to facilitate successful trips.
  • Handled administrative tasks such as expense report processing or invoice reconciliation efficiently; allowing executives to focus on high-priority responsibilities without distraction.
  • Managed budgets and expenses, maintaining financial records for accurate reporting and analysis.
  • Enhanced communication between departments through proactive coordination of meetings and events.
  • Supported human resources initiatives by coordinating interviews and assisting with new hire orientations.
  • Maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive information, protecting company interests and employee privacy.
  • Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and accuracy, resulting in better-informed decisions.
  • Provided assistance during annual performance review processes, collecting data to help inform evaluations and goal setting initiatives.

Yes Bank
Delhi

Branch Service Partner
03.2017 - 11.2017

Job overview

  • Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
  • Streamlined teller operations by maintaining organized workspaces and adhering to policies and procedures.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of bank products, services, promotions, policies, regulations to better assist customers with their financial needs.
  • Demonstrated adaptability during peak business hours by multitasking and prioritizing tasks to maintain efficiency and quality of service.
  • Followed up on customer complaints and provided solutions to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Increased cross-selling opportunities by identifying customer needs and recommending appropriate banking products or services.
  • Prepared reports on daily transactions for management review, highlighting areas for improvement or notable accomplishments.

HDFC Bank
Delhi

Executive Assistant
12.2012 - 03.2017

Job overview

  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
  • Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
  • Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate effective communication throughout the company.
  • Provided professional administrative support during board meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking duties.
  • Managed office inventory, tracking supplies and placing orders to ensure smooth daily operations.

Education

Indira Gandhi National Open University
Delhi, India

PGDM from Management
07.2017 - 07.2021

University Overview

Keshav Vidyalaya, Delhi University
Delhi, India

Bachelor of Science from Computer Science
07.2009 - 08.2012

University Overview

Skills

Calendar Management

Languages

Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Executive Assistant to the Director
Naukri.com
11.2024 - Current
Executive Assistant
Vodafone Idea Limited
11.2023 - 09.2024
Executive Assistant to the President
HFCL Limited
01.2020 - 10.2023
Business Support Executive
Indiabulls Home Loans
11.2017 - 01.2020
Indira Gandhi National Open University
PGDM from Management
07.2017 - 07.2021
Branch Service Partner
Yes Bank
03.2017 - 11.2017
Executive Assistant
HDFC Bank
12.2012 - 03.2017
Keshav Vidyalaya, Delhi University
Bachelor of Science from Computer Science
07.2009 - 08.2012

Quote

"There's always a 'No,' but at least give it a try. You never know when it might turn into a 'Yes.'"

Awards & Recognitions

Awards & Recognitions
  • Pinnacle Performer Award (03/2022)

For demonstrating a high sense of urgency, passion and enthusiasm and created solutions as quickly and efficiently as possible.


  • Ace Alliance Team Award (07/2021)

For taking ownership in managing field trials successfully.

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