SEFERA SIDHU
Reading
Summary
I am a committed, enthusiastic and conscientious professional with both academic success and strong practical experience. My work history has developed my ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong aptitude to learn quickly and adapt. I bring excellent interpersonal and communication skills, leadership qualities, and solid industry experience.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work history
Caring for a Relative
Self-Managed
Reading
10.2022 - 07.2025
- Meal Preparation: plan and prepare balanced meals, ensuring dietary needs are met.
- Managed diverse errands such as shopping, mailing, streamlined processes for appointment and medication compliance.
Administrator
KK Links Ltd
Reading
03.2016 - 09.2022
- Oversaw daily administration tasks, including job assignments for drivers, route planning, and guaranteeing efficient and timely deliveries or services in a self-employed courier company.
Project Administrator
UK Power Networks
London
03.2014 - 03.2015
- Generated purchase orders for Future Networks team.
- Managed payments in collaboration with relevant stakeholders and Accounts Payable.
- Provided comprehensive administrative assistance to Managing Director.
- Facilitated project teams by effectively managing resources and information.
- Addressed project disputes using strategic problem-solving and negotiation skills.
Personal Assistant
EE Telecoms
London Paddington
02.2011 - 09.2013
- Delivered full administrative and PA support to a team of four directors.
- Streamlined meeting arrangements and diary management.
- Coordinated board meeting logistics, including preparation of papers and agendas.
PA/HR Manager
Elixir Group
London
02.2010 - 11.2010
- Provided comprehensive PA support to CEO and Management Team.
- Managed diaries with discretion and confidentiality.
- Coordinated conference calls and Skype meetings for corporate sessions during CEO's international trips including offsite events, accommodation, travel, and catering for CEO and football players.
- Reviewed salary adjustments, job titles, and holiday records.
- Conducted interviews and shortlisted CVs for recruitment.
- Managed intricate disciplinary issues and grievance processes.
- Processed staff requests using SAP for onboarding, procurement, leave, and expense management.
09.2009 - 12.2009
PA/HR Administrator, HR Manager
Prevista Ltd
London
08.2008 - 08.2009
- Booking national and international travel, itineraries, and external visits efficiently.
- Setting up management and team meetings, offsite venues, conference calls, and catering.
- Provided administrative support to HR team, ensuring efficient operations.
- Recorded, monitored, evaluated, and reported on staff sickness and absence.
- Coordinated with recruitment agencies to streamline hiring processes.
- Managed reception area, welcoming visitors and maintaining a professional environment.
Technical Administrator
Thames Water
Reading
10.1999 - 07.2008
- Dealing with technical enquiries from various customers, engineers, architects, developers, other utility companies, and private individuals to view sewage eagle maps on the IT management system.
- Supported sales and technical teams by generating sales figures from plots and sewage maps.
- Consulted daily with major corporations such as Network Rail to review strategic plans.
Education
NEBS Supervisory & Management Certificate -
Reading College
ReadingHigher National Diploma - Business & Finance Administration
Bracknell College
Bracknell, Bracknell ForestDatabase Access, Sage, SAP
Thames Valley
ReadingGCSE - English Literature & Language, Maths, Science, Drama, History
Piggott School
ReadingSkills
- Planning Organisation & Multi-tasking Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Interpersonal & People Management Skills
- Transferable Skills, Admin, PA, HR, Facilities Management
- Proficient IT Skills-Outlook, Lotus Notes, Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, SAP system
- Communication skills
INTERESTS
Gym, yoga, travelling and exploring different cultures, including trips to Dubai, France, Greece, Spain Tunisia, East Africa and US I enjoy socialising and participating in charitable and community events, including Reading Water Fest (June 2024).
Timeline
Caring for a Relative
Self-Managed
10.2022 - 07.2025
Administrator
KK Links Ltd
03.2016 - 09.2022
Project Administrator
UK Power Networks
03.2014 - 03.2015
Personal Assistant
EE Telecoms
02.2011 - 09.2013
PA/HR Manager
Elixir Group
02.2010 - 11.2010
09.2009 - 12.2009
PA/HR Administrator, HR Manager
Prevista Ltd
08.2008 - 08.2009
Technical Administrator
Thames Water
10.1999 - 07.2008
NEBS Supervisory & Management Certificate -
Reading College
Higher National Diploma - Business & Finance Administration
Bracknell College
Database Access, Sage, SAP
Thames Valley
GCSE - English Literature & Language, Maths, Science, Drama, History
Piggott School