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Ari Sohal

Events Assistant/Personal Stylist
About

Experienced personal shopper/stylist offering an organised and impeccable bespoke service to various clientele with 10+years’ experience of high street and luxury designers. With the ability to positively engage with all types of customers with varying needs and requirements, that can problem solve by going above and beyond to resolve issues for my clients. My flexibility and superb knowledge of current trends and competitors have enabled me to consistently exceed expectations and provide exceptional support to my team. A passionate and driven individual seeking a long-term career opportunity that brings excitement and development in the world of retail.

Previous Brands
Selfridges
John Lewis
Marks & Spencer
ZARA
CHANEL
Louis Vuitton
Christian Dior
JD Sports
Nike
Primark
Alexander McQueen
Work Experience
Business Administrator/PA
Jun ‘23 - Dec ‘23
SBM Corporate Real Estate Ltd

Managed office operations and daily administrative functions for a fast-paced office. Oversaw client meetings, coordination, corporate real estate projects and presentations, and company events. • Coordinated MD client meetings, travel arrangements, diary management and itinerary for business trips. • Streamlined workflow processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs. • Provided extensive support with special projects, reports, and presentations. • Scheduled and coordinated and atended client meetings in the EU and APAC regions, ensuring documentation and follow ups on action items.

Project Assistant
Jan ‘21 - Jan ‘23
Veolia UK

Analysed and reported data using Google Sheets to inform project decisions. Identified and corrected deviations from project documents to maintain accuracy. Acquired proficiency in implementing Agile methodology. Identified and rectified duplicate data in reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. • Achieved project deadlines, resulting in a 10% increase in consistent workflow within the project team. • Worked closely with the project team to align goals and objectives with the company's mission and vision. • Successfully navigated the project management realm, embracing the evolution and completion of various projects.

Business Administrator
Jan ‘20 - Jan ‘21
Insight Private Finance

Supported eight mortgage advisors within a team by cultivating and maintaining strong working relationships with clients and team members. Coordinated with underwriters, title companies, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth mortgage transactions. • Achieved a 100% personal success rate within the team by overseeing the loan application process, including reviewing applications, verifying applicant information, and ensuring the completion of all required legal documentation. • Ensured compliance with GDPR and other mortgage regulations. • Atained the personal target of completing the most applications in a week, highlighting dedication and efficiency in task completion.

Mortgage Administrator/EA
Jan ‘18 - Jan ‘20
Embrace Financial Services Ltd

Provide support to the Financial Advisor daily with the mortgage process, client meetings, travel, responding to inquiries, addressing concerns, and training staff to ensure positive client feedback. • Ensured full compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies by organising and maintaining loan documentation. • Accurately evaluated applicants' creditworthiness, leading to streamlined loan processing and increased approval rates. • Efficiently managed over fifty applications in a month, demonstrating organisational skills and dedication to task management.

Office Manager/PA
Jan ‘14 - Jan ‘18
SKV Styles Ltd

Coordinated administrative, health & safety, legal, operational, and technical duties. Organised and coordinated company events and office activities to enhance team building and social interaction. Processed expenses and invoices, managed business expenditures, minutes, maintained the office inventory and ordering of manufacturing supplies. • Achieved a 15% reduction in procurement costs by negotiating new supplier contracts. • Effectively managed a team of three administrators, providing PA support and fostering team collaboration. • Successfully managed office space optimisation to provide beter working conditions for staff. • Exhibited proficiency in administering all complaints, negotiating costs and contracts, and facilitating team-building activities, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and a positive work environment.

Personal Stylist/Shopper
Sep ‘12 - Now
Ren Sohal

• Created and currently managing a bespoke styling and personal shopping service as well as offering style-related advice to clients. • Developed excellent knowledge by following new and current trends in luxury fashion. • Confidently providing support in planning, negotiating, and executing of events such as high-end designer fashion shows and luxury sample sales. • Proactively styling and fitting models backstage for high-profile events and confidently managing collaborations between designers, machinists, and makeup artists. • Managing social media accounts on behalf of the designers, including Instagram and Facebook.

Events Assistant/Personal Stylist
Sep ‘12 - Now
Self employed

• Created and currently managing a bespoke styling and personal shopping service as well as offering style-related advice to clients. • Developed excellent knowledge by following new and current trends in luxury fashion. • Confidently providing support in planning, negotiating, and executing of events such as high-end designer fashion shows and luxury sample sales. • Proactively styling and fitting models backstage for high-profile events and confidently managing collaborations between designers, machinists, and makeup artists. • Managing social media accounts on behalf of the designers, including Instagram and Facebook.

Retail Experience
Retail Category
Other
Work Environment
Boutique
Department store
Shopping centre
Flagship store
Outlet
Travel retail
Product Category
Beauty & Fragrances
Other
Responsibilities
Product demos
Storytelling