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Zahra Mirza

London

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in Relationship Management, Sales and Negotiation. Demonstrated success in driving digital transformation projects and enhancing commercial acumen through strategic problem solving and conflict resolution. Proven ability to lead cross-functional collaboration, manage marketing and sales initiatives, and deliver exceptional project management outcomes. Career goal includes leveraging skills to foster innovative solutions and drive business growth.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Communications & Engagement Manager

Keystream
London
05.2023 - 10.2024

Company Overview: Providing tech-enabled solutions to the Public sector services - e.g. Healthcare

  • Developed communication strategy for a major digital system implementation, affecting 10,000 employees
  • Developed and executed change management initiatives, working with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth rollout
  • Managed enterprise-level account, providing tailored communication solutions and achieving a 95% satisfaction rate post-implementation
  • Monitored and measured the effectiveness of communication strategies (reach, impressions, open rate, dwell time) ensuring continuous improvement
  • Increased customer adoption rate by deploying effective engagement strategies, including training sessions and workshops

Senior Sales Executive and Account Manager

Porsche
London
09.2019 - 05.2023

Company Overview: Luxury cars, combining high-performance engineering with prioritising customer satisfaction and lifestyle

  • Managed end-to-end sales process generating £33million in revenue over 3.5 years, exceeding ambitious targets by 10%
  • Negotiated and closed high-value sales deals with over 400 high net-worth clients and businesses (B2B), demonstrating strong consultative selling abilities
  • Generated £550k additional revenue through strategic upselling and cross-selling
  • Conducted detailed analysis to identify client needs and tailored technology solutions, achieving a 60% return customer rate
  • Effectively handled daily customer meetings, sales calls and account management tasks, improving sales team efficiency
  • Retained car leasing clients through proactive account management and maintained 80% client retention rate

Sales Consultant

Mercedes-Benz UK Ltd
London
07.2015 - 08.2019

Company Overview: Premier automotive brand delivering customer-centered experiences through innovative design and technology

  • Managed a robust customer pipeline with strong organisational skills and oversight of complex transactions
  • Simplified technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders, facilitating clearer decision-making and stronger client relationships
  • Achieved success in selling luxury vehicles in a competitive showroom by prioritising exceptional customer experiences
  • Utilised data insights to drive sales strategies and enhance client relationships
  • Maximised average transaction value with targeted upselling strategy, achieving 16% additional revenue

Engagement & Communications Manager

GLL
London
02.2009 - 07.2015

Company Overview: Community-focused gyms, offering accessible, high-quality fitness facilities and customer-centered wellness programs

  • Developed and sustained strong relationships with local government clients and partners
  • Led a team of 3 direct reports and 60 coaches, showcasing strong leadership and team management skills
  • Implemented cross-functional collaboration across 5 London boroughs, aligning programmes with business goals
  • Secured £180,000 funding for disability initiative by persuading stakeholders of project viability
  • Received 'Community Physical Activity Project of the Year' award at the London Sports Awards 2014 for outstanding leadership and program management

Graduate Management Trainee

GLL
London
09.2006 - 02.2009
  • Managed facility operations for a leisure centre with 4,000 members, ensuring smooth daily operations
  • Organised and managed international HR training seminars, collaborating with global partners, trainers, and support staff to enhance training outcomes
  • Created digital content tailored to end-users, demonstrating expertise in digital communication and marketing
  • Managed projects, defining and implementing strategic deliverables, milestones and schedules

Education

A-level (Pass) - Certificate for Automotive Finance Specialists

London Institution of Banking and Finance
London
01.2020 - 01.2021

Higher Professional Diploma (Pass) - Sport & Recreation Management

Loughborough College
09.2008 - 06.2010

Undergraduate Degree - Business with Law

Kingston University
09.2003 - 07.2006

Skills

  • Relationship Management
  • Communication Skills
  • Sales and Negotiation
  • Problem Solving
  • Commercial Acumen
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Marketing and Sales
  • Project Management
  • Digital Transformation

Languages

English
Native
Urdu
Native
Hindi
Advanced
Punjabi
Upper intermediate

Affiliations

  • Yoga
  • Meditation
  • Photography

Timeline

Communications & Engagement Manager

Keystream
05.2023 - 10.2024

A-level (Pass) - Certificate for Automotive Finance Specialists

London Institution of Banking and Finance
01.2020 - 01.2021

Senior Sales Executive and Account Manager

Porsche
09.2019 - 05.2023

Sales Consultant

Mercedes-Benz UK Ltd
07.2015 - 08.2019

Engagement & Communications Manager

GLL
02.2009 - 07.2015

Higher Professional Diploma (Pass) - Sport & Recreation Management

Loughborough College
09.2008 - 06.2010

Graduate Management Trainee

GLL
09.2006 - 02.2009

Undergraduate Degree - Business with Law

Kingston University
09.2003 - 07.2006
Zahra Mirza