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Sonia Sabharwal

Sonia Sabharwal

Team Lead
Hyderabad

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with over 18 years of cross-functional experience across customer service, quality assurance, executive support, administration, and team management. Proven success in diverse industries with a strong focus on operational efficiency, people leadership, and stakeholder engagement. Adept at driving process improvements, resolving escalations, and coaching high-performing teams. Recognized for adaptability, ownership, and delivering impactful business outcomes. Actively seeking leadership opportunities where strategic thinking, multi-domain expertise, and a passion for team development can drive organizational growth.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
2006
2006
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Team Leader – Microsoft Project

Cognizant Technology Solutions
10.2022 - Current
  • Lead, motivate, and manage a team of 15-members focusing on performance, coaching, and process adherence.
  • Conducted QA checks and internal audits to improve service delivery.
  • Resolved escalations, maintaining SLA compliance and client satisfaction.
  • Delivered training sessions and mentored new team members and Identify training needs and support learning and development initiatives.
  • Produced CSAT, KPI, and backlog reports for senior leadership.
  • Monitor and manage daily performance metrics (AHT, FCR, CSAT, QA scores).
  • Set individual and team goals aligned with business KPIs.
  • Conduct regular one-on-ones, performance reviews, and feedback sessions.
  • Handle scheduling, shift rosters, and leave planning.
  • Analyze trends in performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Present actionable insights to management.
  • Track adherence, shrinkage, absenteeism, and occupancy rates.
  • Coordinate with WFM for optimal staffing.
  • Maintain real-time floor discipline and productivity.
  • Ensure team adherence to data privacy, regulatory, and company policies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, HR, QA) for smooth operations.

Executive Assistant to the Chairman & CEO

mPokket
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Managed executive calendar, travel, and stakeholder engagements.
  • Tracked deliverables, budgets, and report submissions.
  • Facilitated high-level meetings, events, and administrative operations.

Manager – Sales (B2C)

WhiteHat Jr
10.2020 - 10.2021
  • Achieved revenue targets via relationship-based sales and counseling.
  • Promoted custom courses to parents, ensuring students fit.
  • Delivered seamless end-to-end client experience.

Guest Relations Coordinator

ITC Hotels Sonar & Royal Bengal
05.2019 - 07.2020
  • Handled leadership support, SAP billing, and cross-departmental liaison.
  • Addressed guest concerns, managed travel and reimbursements.

Assistant Manager – Travel & Admin

SVF Entertainment Pvt. Ltd
08.2018 - 04.2019
  • Managed VIP and corporate travel, vendor negotiations, and office logistics.
  • Planned and executed events while ensuring cost-effective travel management.

Assistant Manager – EA to RBH

Dishnet Wireless (Aircel)
08.2014 - 08.2018
  • Oversaw confidential communication, reporting, and calendar planning.
  • Contributed to regional strategic planning and team engagement.

Customer Service Executive – Mortgage Analyst

HSBC HDPI
01.2006 - 08.2014
  • Provided mortgage processing and support for UK clients.
  • Functioned as Quality Auditor and Call Coach.
  • Played a key role in training and escalation resolution.

Technical Support Associate

Wipro BPO
10.2004 - 01.2006
  • Delivered tech support to US clients (Dell/HP).
  • Promoted to Floor Supervisor and Compliance Auditor.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Humanities

The Bhawanipur Education Society College

ISC- Class XII - undefined

La Martiniere For Girls

ICSE- Class X - undefined

La Martiniere For Girls

Skills

  • Team Supervision
  • Team Leadership & Mentoring
  • Team Motivation
  • Quality Assurance & Compliance
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Crisis & Escalation Management
  • Process Improvement & Auditing
  • Workflow & Time Management
  • Ownership & Accountability
  • Employee Evaluation
  • Stakeholder Communication
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • SAP
  • CRM Tools

Certification

Certified Online/Process Expert – Cognizant

Timeline

Team Leader – Microsoft Project

Cognizant Technology Solutions
10.2022 - Current

Executive Assistant to the Chairman & CEO

mPokket
03.2022 - 07.2022

Manager – Sales (B2C)

WhiteHat Jr
10.2020 - 10.2021

Guest Relations Coordinator

ITC Hotels Sonar & Royal Bengal
05.2019 - 07.2020

Assistant Manager – Travel & Admin

SVF Entertainment Pvt. Ltd
08.2018 - 04.2019

Assistant Manager – EA to RBH

Dishnet Wireless (Aircel)
08.2014 - 08.2018

Customer Service Executive – Mortgage Analyst

HSBC HDPI
01.2006 - 08.2014

Technical Support Associate

Wipro BPO
10.2004 - 01.2006

ISC- Class XII - undefined

La Martiniere For Girls

ICSE- Class X - undefined

La Martiniere For Girls

Bachelor of Arts - Humanities

The Bhawanipur Education Society College
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