Karen Soares is an Executive Secretary at Accord India, a premier executive search firm based in Mumbai. With over 15 years of multifaceted experience in administrative and executive support, Karen serves as a critical operational pivot for senior leadership. She specializes in the meticulous coordination of high-level schedules, complex international logistics, and the administrative workflows essential to the executive search process. Karen’s professional background is distinguished by her ability to adapt to diverse corporate environments. At Accord India, she leverages her deep administrative expertise to support the firm’s mission of connecting top-tier talent with leading organizations. Prior to this, she served as a Back Office Executive at Maroo Steels, where she managed comprehensive client databases, prepared tender documents, and handled independent correspondence for the Managing Director. Her experience in the travel and automotive sectors is equally robust. Karen served as Secretary to the COO at Thomas Cook India Ltd and as an Executive Assistant to the Managing Director at Nissan Copper Limited. In these roles, she mastered the intricacies of global mobility, managing everything from international visa extensions and hotel reservations to coordinating with clearing and forwarding agents for industrial consignments. Notably, Karen also possesses a strong background in international trade development. During her two-year tenure as a Marketing Executive for KOTRA (the Trade Office of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea), she acted as a bridge between Korean exporters and Indian importers. She was responsible for identifying potential buyers, marketing Korean exhibitions in India, and organizing high-profile "One-to-One Trade Meetings," showcasing her ability to handle independent correspondence and strategic follow-up in a diplomatic and commercial context. Key Leadership & Strategic Pillars Executive Search Liaison: Expertly handles the administrative backbone of executive recruitment, from scheduling sensitive interviews to managing the flow of information between consultants and C-suite candidates. Global Mobility Specialist: Highly proficient in the end-to-end management of international travel, including complex visa procurement, ticket routing, and domestic/international ground logistics. Administrative Generalist: Skilled in diverse office operations, including database management (CMS/SAP), tender preparation, stationary procurement, and HR documentation. Intercultural Communication: Demonstrated success in diplomatic and trade-focused environments, effectively representing senior management to international stakeholders and government bodies. Firm Profile (Accord India) Premier Executive Search: Accord India is a leading retained executive search firm specializing in senior-level recruitments across various industries, including Financial Services, Technology, and Consumer Goods. Global Connectivity: As a member of a global network, the firm provides local expertise in the Indian market while adhering to international standards of excellence in talent acquisition. High-Touch Service: Accord India is known for its research-driven approach and its dedication to providing highly personalized support to both clients and candidates throughout the search lifecycle.