NEELAM THAKUR
Corporate Head of Administration
Dubai
Summary
Strategic and result-driven Head of Administration with over 10 years of progressive leadership experience across corporate travel, procurement, vendor management, budgeting, contract oversight, and employee support services. Adept at streamlining administrative operations to support organizational growth, ensure compliance with local laws, and optimize cost structures. Proven track record of managing multifunctional teams, handling large-scale procurement projects, and aligning administrative systems with corporate strategy. Currently based in Dubai on a visit visa and actively seeking senior administrative leadership roles in government or enterprise-level organizations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
CORPORATE HEAD OF ADMINISTRATION
RAJASTHAN FORT AND PALACE PVT LTD.
12.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented corporate policies, improving compliance by 98% and reducing legal risks by 40%.
- Directed global travel operations, reducing corporate travel spend by 22% and saving over $50,000 annually through strategic vendor selection.
- Supervised vendor management, increasing contract efficiency by 30%, reducing approval times by 25%.
- Led financial tracking and cost control initiatives, identifying $75,000 in annual savings through budget optimization.
- Designed and implemented travel and expense policies aligned with corporate budgeting and compliance standards.
- Oversee administrative staff and cross-functional coordination, improving interdepartmental communication by 35%, leading to a 20% boost in productivity.
- Managed corporate travel arrangements, successfully booking and coordinating over 500+ domestic and international trips, reducing booking errors by 40%.
- Coordinated visa applications and international event registrations, maintaining a 98% approval rate, ensuring smooth travel logistics.
- Developed and executed administrative strategies, increasing operational efficiency by 45%, cutting delays by 30%.
- Controlled and monitored department budgets, reducing non-essential spending by 18%, saving approximately $25,000 per year.
RECRUITMENT OPERATION MANAGER
PROSEARCH NASSCOMM
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Led end-to-end recruitment, hiring 100+ employees and reducing time-to-hire by 35.
- Managed client relations, increasing satisfaction scores by 30% and retaining 90% of key accounts.
- Streamlined HR database management, cutting errors by 20% and saving 10+ hours per week.
- Conducted onboarding, exit processes, and HR documentation with full compliance.
- Supported employee engagement and performance tracking, improving retention and morale.
HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT
RAJASTHAN FORT AND PALACE PVT LTD.
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Assisted in HR planning, onboarding, and performance evaluation, reducing turnover rates by 15%, improving talent retention.
HUMAN RESOURCES EXECUTIVE
EPIC BPO LLP
11.2015 - 04.2019
PROCESS ASSOCIATE
AMR INFRASTRUCTURE LTD
06.2013 - 05.2014
Education
MBA - HR & Banking Insurance
Jaipur National University
04.2014 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Commerce (B.COM) - Accounting And Finance
Delhi University
01.2011 - 01.2014
Skills
Administrative operations management
Procurement & Supplier Management
Corporate Travel & Entry Permit Management
Budget Planning & Financial Reporting
Contract Negotiation & Legal Compliance
Medical Insurance Administration
Asset & Facility Management
Vendor & Contract Lifecycle Management
Space Allocation & Office Planning
Staff Supervision & Team Leadership
Policy Development & Implementation
Government & Public Relations Coordination (Visas, Permits)
Budgeting & Expense Management
Certification
Leadership Management Development Program, The MRS Group, 2023
Additional Information
Based in Dubai on visit visa.
Contact details- +971 528676990, +91 9811703759
Accomplishments
- Improved administrative workflow efficiency by reducing task turnaround times by 40% through process automation and SOP implementation.
- Coordinated logistics for over 500+ travel movements annually, maintaining a 98% accuracy rate and reducing booking errors by 40%.
- Improved employee engagement by organizing regular in-house events and initiatives, increasing morale and retention by 20%.
- Negotiated improved service terms with vendors, reducing procurement cycle time by 30%.
- Implemented a vendor evaluation system, increasing service quality consistency and vendor compliance to above 95%.
Timeline
CORPORATE HEAD OF ADMINISTRATION
RAJASTHAN FORT AND PALACE PVT LTD.
12.2022 - Current
RECRUITMENT OPERATION MANAGER
PROSEARCH NASSCOMM
07.2021 - 06.2022
HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT
RAJASTHAN FORT AND PALACE PVT LTD.
05.2019 - 11.2019
HUMAN RESOURCES EXECUTIVE
EPIC BPO LLP
11.2015 - 04.2019
MBA - HR & Banking Insurance
Jaipur National University
04.2014 - 01.2016
PROCESS ASSOCIATE
AMR INFRASTRUCTURE LTD
06.2013 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Commerce (B.COM) - Accounting And Finance
Delhi University
01.2011 - 01.2014