MERT UNAL
Princeton
Summary
Motivated professional with strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, offering a proven ability to identify risks and collaborate effectively with teams. Skilled in attention to detail, communication, and time management to ensure efficient operations.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Asset Protection Investigation
Walmart Supercenter
Princeton, TX
09.2025 - Current
- Conduct surveillance of sales floor and high-risk areas to identify theft, fraud, and safety risks.
- Investigate internal and external shrink using CCTV, transaction data, and incident reporting tools.
- Partner with local law enforcement on prosecutable cases.
- Detain and process shoplifting subjects according to company policy and legal guidelines.
- Interview associates and witnesses; document findings in detailed case reports.
- Prepare clear written documentation for management review and court proceedings.
Administrative Assistant to the Executive Director
5by5 Startups
San Francisco, US
01.2022 - 08.2025
- Responded promptly to emails sent to the Executive Director's inbox while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Provided administrative support to the Executive Director in managing daily operations, including scheduling meetings and taking minutes.
- Served as first point of contact for incoming calls from clients, vendors, partners and other stakeholders.
- Prepared travel arrangements and coordinated logistics for executives traveling internationally.
- Greeted visitors and callers and handled inquiries and directed them to appropriate persons according to needs.
- Maintained timekeeping information and submitted and processed payroll.
HR Coordinator
Aera International LLC
Brisbane / San Francisco
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Coordinated onboarding activities such as orientation, paperwork completion, and new hire training.
- Monitored employee performance, attendance, and absences to ensure compliance with policies.
- Managed employee relations initiatives such as team building activities or recognition events.
- Created job descriptions that accurately reflected the roles and responsibilities of each position.
- Resolved employee disputes through mediation, arbitration, or other conflict resolution techniques.
- Reviewed human resource paperwork for accuracy and completeness by verifying and correcting data.
- Identified staff vacancies and recruited, interview, and select applicants.
Office Manager
Starcamp
San Francisco, US
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Managed day-to-day operations of the office, such as ordering supplies, maintaining equipment and managing calendars.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints with timeliness and professionalism.
- Trained and onboarded new office staff members.
- Provided administrative support for executive staff, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas and taking meeting minutes.
- Interviewed potential candidates and provided thorough reviews to HR to aid in hiring decisions.
Education
Business, English
SHAFSTON INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
Brisbane, Australia01-2018
Business
KAPLAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Santa Barbara, CA01-2016
Skills
- Sales
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to detail
- Public Relations
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Timeline
Asset Protection Investigation
Walmart Supercenter
09.2025 - Current
Administrative Assistant to the Executive Director
5by5 Startups
01.2022 - 08.2025
HR Coordinator
Aera International LLC
01.2018 - 01.2022
Office Manager
Starcamp
01.2014 - 01.2018
Business, English
SHAFSTON INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
Business
KAPLAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL