AMANI CHHOKAR
Braintree,Essex
Summary
Results-driven Sales and Administration Professional with nearly six years of experience in estate agency, recruitment, direct sales, and events. Expertise in client relationship management and achieving sales goals. Founded and operated an events business, overseeing sales, client accounts, marketing, and timely delivery. Demonstrated ability to lead and develop sales teams while consistently surpassing targets.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Contracting
Hyland
2025.10 - 2026.09
- Completed a one-year contract to support administrative functions.
- Managed calendar and communications by scheduling meetings, organising inboxes, coordinating travel, and responding to incoming calls and messages.
- Maintained up-to-date contact lists and vendor information to support team operations.
- Coordinated events by arranging meeting rooms, catering, materials, and logistics for attendees.
- Onboarding support: Setting up accounts and workstations for new employees.
- Document and records support: Creating and formatting presentations, spreadsheets, and letters, and filing physical and digital documents.
- Shared resource organisation: Keeping shared folders and databases organized and up to date.
- Front-desk and visitor support: Serving as a point of contact for visitors, employees, and vendors, and routing their requests to the right person.
- Data entry and research: Entering data and compiling light research for managers to use in decisions.
Founder and Events Executive
DestinationIdn
2024.05 - 2025.09
- Founded and managed events business, overseeing sales, client relationships, and marketing from initial enquiry to delivery, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Designed tailored event solutions and coordinated multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery while managing client scheduling, communication, and daily administration.
Resource Assistant
Holden Knight Recruitment
2023.12 - 2024.05
- Sourced and assessed candidates via job boards, social media, and referrals, ensuring alignment with organisational hiring needs.
- Guided applicants through full hiring process, providing constructive feedback to enhance candidate experience and improve placement success.
- Managed workforce planning and strategy, optimising resource allocation and staff deployment to meet business needs.
- Managed internal complaints and employee matters such as conflicts, issues and offences, resolving with appropriate solutions.
- Conducted staff appraisals to communicate learning opportunities, and successes and improvements.
Trainee Recruitment Consultant
Willing Care Recruitment
2023.06 - 2023.12
- Conducted in-depth interviews with candidates, assessing competencies and cultural fit for specific roles and organisations.
- Managed candidate pipelines, matching applicants to client roles to ensure alignment with client needs.
- Coordinated with HR teams to streamline recruitment processes, improving efficiency and candidate experience.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, understanding their unique requirements and providing tailored recruitment solutions.
- Built long-term relationships with candidates, fostering a positive experience that encouraged engagement and retention.
Lettings Manager
Romans Estate Agents
2022.11 - 2023.06
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with property owners, offering personalised service and advice.
- Generated new business through targeted canvassing and property valuations, increasing market presence.
- Followed-up with prospects and hot leads to obtain exclusives and drive new sales.
- Developed client relationships and coordinated team performance reviews to enhance service delivery.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing queries and concerns promptly to ensure client satisfaction.
Client Services Advisor
Chancellors Estate Agents
2021.08 - 2022.10
- Provided excellent customer service that fostered customer loyalty and repeat business.
- Managed client accounts, addressing inquiries and resolving issues to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Responded promptly to client communications via email, telephone, and face-to-face meetings.
- Followed-up on customer interactions to provide further support.
- Exceeded sales and service targets consistently, contributing to overall business growth.
Team Leader
Katana Organisation (Direct Marketing)
2019.12 - 2021.08
- Led sales team, coaching members on customer engagement and sales techniques to enhance performance.
- Monitored team performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly to assess productivity and effectiveness. and developed improvement plans.
- Oversaw recruitment and development of team members to build a skilled and cohesive team.
- Maintained excellent employee relationships by cultivating a supportive, positive and helpful working environment.
Education
GCSEs - English, Math's, Science and other subjects
Waingels College
Reading2016-01
Skills
- Sales and business development Client relationship management Lead generation and canvassing Administration and process organisation Project management Event planning Marketing strategy Candidate management Team leadership and coaching Customer service Problem-solving
- Calendar management
- Inbox management
- Event coordination
- Vendor management
INTERESTS
Networking, event planning, fitness and personal development
Disclaimer
References available upon request.
Timeline
Contracting
Hyland
2025.10 - 2026.09
Founder and Events Executive
DestinationIdn
2024.05 - 2025.09
Resource Assistant
Holden Knight Recruitment
2023.12 - 2024.05
Trainee Recruitment Consultant
Willing Care Recruitment
2023.06 - 2023.12
Lettings Manager
Romans Estate Agents
2022.11 - 2023.06
Client Services Advisor
Chancellors Estate Agents
2021.08 - 2022.10
Team Leader
Katana Organisation (Direct Marketing)
2019.12 - 2021.08
GCSEs - English, Math's, Science and other subjects
Waingels College