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Petar Strajnic

Petar Strajnic

Northridge,CA

Summary

Responsible HR Assistant with strong knowledge of office administration and common human resources operations. In-depth understanding of customer service, data entry and file management. Highly skilled in reviewing policies and suggesting actionable improvements aligned with industry best practices. Successful HR Assistant with background completing various administrative support and general human resources duties. Reliable with well-rounded skills to aid employees and department staff. Talented at applying wide knowledge of policies and procedures for compliance. Well-qualified HR Assistant with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges. Responsive and engaging Human Resources Assistant skilled in supporting employees and managers with diverse HR needs. Expert with word processing, database and benefits administration software. Focused on keeping systems updated and facilitating positive employee relations.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Back Office Assistant and Delivery Helper

ByMarei AG, Switzerland
01.2023 - Current
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Routed business correspondence, documents, and messages to correct departments and staff members.
  • Drafted professional memos, letters, and marketing copy to support business objectives and growth.
  • Provided administrative support with accurate document preparation and data entry.
  • Solved problems timely and effectively, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Managed day-to-day department operations with effective workflow coordination.
  • Promptly addressed customer inquiries and complaints to foster swift resolution.
  • Processed customer orders and invoices to support timely fulfillment and delivery.
  • Appropriate Delivering of high quality furniture to customers

HR Assistant

SIKNA Foundation
07.2022 - 12.2022
  • Documented human resources records and maintained confidentiality of sensitive personal information.
  • Responded to inquiries by answering telephone calls, in-person questions and emails.
  • Updated Human Resources Information System (HRIS) database, maintained data accuracy and assisted with system changes.
  • Maintained office supplies, distributed mail and processed invoices for payment.
  • Oversaw and managed hiring process and assisted human resources.
  • Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Partnered with management team to coordinate on-boarding and off-boarding processes.
  • Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
  • Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
  • Monitored employee attendance and performance to verify punctuality and absences, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
  • Processed employee termination paperwork at direction of supervisory staff.
  • Created and completed personnel action forms for hires, terminations, title changes and terminations.
  • Coordinated and set up meeting materials, presentations and audiovisual systems.

HR-Assistant

MS Amlin AG
05.2022 - 06.2022
  • Documented human resources records and maintained confidentiality of sensitive personal information.
  • Responded to inquiries by answering telephone calls, in-person questions and emails.
  • Updated Human Resources Information System (HRIS) database, maintained data accuracy and assisted with system changes.
  • Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
  • Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
  • Processed employee termination paperwork at direction of supervisory staff.
  • Created certificates of employment in english for 20+ employees.

HR Assistant

KIBAG AG
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Documented human resources records and maintained confidentiality of sensitive personal information.
  • Responded to inquiries by answering telephone calls, in-person questions and emails.
  • Updated Human Resources Information System (HRIS) database, maintained data accuracy and assisted with system changes.
  • Maintained office supplies, distributed mail and processed invoices for payment.
  • Partnered with management team to coordinate on-boarding and off-boarding processes.
  • Coordinated and set up meeting materials, presentations and audiovisual systems.
  • Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
  • Created and completed personnel action forms for hires, terminations, title changes and terminations.
  • Answered and redirected incoming phone calls for office.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures to use for recruitment, employee relations and benefits administration.

HR-Assistent

SIKNA Foundation
02.2020 - 05.2021

Same as described above

Service Staff Gastronomie

Hotel Alpina And Pizolhütte
07.2019 - 02.2020
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Fielded customer questions regarding available merchandise, sales, current prices, and upcoming company changes.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
  • Processed customer service orders promptly to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
  • Provided excellent customer care by responding to requests, assisting with product selection and handling ordering functions.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.

Education in HR

BZB School
10.2018 - 10.2019
  • Education in HR with diploma

Bar Staff Member

Reflex Bar
10.2017 - 11.2018
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
  • Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
  • Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.

Allrounder

Hotel Jonathan
06.2015 - 10.2016
  • Front Desk Clerk, Office Assistant, Service Staff, Bar Staff and occasionally gardening

Assistant Resort Manager

Hidden Gourmet
01.2008 - 01.2015
  • Established and upheld high standards, promoting great customer service and assistance to guests.
  • Evaluated and promptly resolved lodging facility operational issues.
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations of 8-room hotel with staff of 6 employees including 40 seat restaurant
  • Solicited and reviewed guest feedback and promptly resolved complaints.
  • Greeted and assisted guests by gathering information pertaining to reservations or requests.
  • Handled guest complaints and offered complimentary services to maintain high guest satisfaction rates.
  • Developed and implemented promotional strategies to increase occupancy.
  • Planned and executed marketing activities to improve property brand and increase revenue.
  • Hired and trained new employees, demonstrating best methods for serving clients and guests.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of lodging facility, scheduling staff and overseeing budgets.

Education

Leadership SVF - Organizational Leadership

NBW Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland
03.2021

HR Assistant HRSE - Human Resources Management

BZB Buchs
Buchs SG, Switzerland
10.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

KVZ Zurich
Switzerland
06.1996

Skills

  • Telephonic Triage
  • Microsoft Office
  • Customer Relations and Communications
  • Job Placements
  • Hotel Booking
  • Event Management
  • Managing Dining Facilities
  • Office Management Software
  • Email Correspondence
  • Effective Written and Verbal Communication
  • Trend Reporting
  • Document Control
  • Bilingual in German and English
  • Transcribe Letters
  • Customer Experience
  • Staff Orientation and Training
  • Google Drive
  • Business Policies and Procedures
  • Customer Support
  • Organizational Management
  • Social Media Updating
  • Administrative Support
  • Office Reception
  • Critical Thinking
  • Correspondence and Office Documents
  • Multitasking and Time Management

Languages

German
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Back Office Assistant and Delivery Helper

ByMarei AG, Switzerland
01.2023 - Current

HR Assistant

SIKNA Foundation
07.2022 - 12.2022

HR-Assistant

MS Amlin AG
05.2022 - 06.2022

HR Assistant

KIBAG AG
09.2021 - 02.2022

HR-Assistent

SIKNA Foundation
02.2020 - 05.2021

Service Staff Gastronomie

Hotel Alpina And Pizolhütte
07.2019 - 02.2020

Education in HR

BZB School
10.2018 - 10.2019

Bar Staff Member

Reflex Bar
10.2017 - 11.2018

Allrounder

Hotel Jonathan
06.2015 - 10.2016

Assistant Resort Manager

Hidden Gourmet
01.2008 - 01.2015

Leadership SVF - Organizational Leadership

NBW Zurich

HR Assistant HRSE - Human Resources Management

BZB Buchs

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

KVZ Zurich
Petar Strajnic