Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Noteworthy Accomplishments
Core Competencies
Linguistic Abilities
Publications
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Pravina Kaur Sandhu

Pravina Kaur Sandhu

Legal and Communications Professional
Dubai

Summary

A versatile professional with an impeccable foundation in law and mass communications, I bring a unique blend of legal expertise, media insight, and strategic communication skills. With experience as a paralegal, journalist, public relations specialist, and entrepreneur, I excel in bridging complex legal concepts with effective storytelling and stakeholder engagement. Currently working as a paralegal, I specialize in property transactions, contract reviews, and legal research. Previously, I contributed as a journalist at The Star Media Group, crafting compelling stories and conducting in-depth research. My public relations experience includes high-profile events and media outreach for brands like Levi Strauss and Co and Pernod Ricard, as well as coordinating fashion gala events. Beyond law and media, I have ventured into entrepreneurship, successfully managing a food business. My background also includes event coordination and dedicated community service through organizations like Rotary International, YMCA, and local Gurdwaras. With a passion for impactful communication and a keen eye for detail, I am eager to collaborate and contribute to dynamic environments that align with my expertise.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Paralegal

S B Teh & Ho Advocates and Solicitors
05.2024 - 10.2025
  • Experienced in providing legal support for property transactions, including drafting documents and liaising with clients and stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Successfully facilitated multiple high-value property transactions, ensuring error-free documentation and timely completion which contributed to enhanced client satisfaction and compliance with legal standards
  • Assisted in handling property transfers, sub-sales, and refinancing
  • Provided administrative support to the Legal Department by preparing correspondence, organising files, conducting research and maintaining databases
  • Conducted legal research to support case preparation and regulatory compliance, contributing to informed decision making
  • Streamlined document management processes, improving efficiency and accessibility of legal records
  • Successfully implemented a more organised filing system, reducing retrieval time and enhancing workflow efficiency within the department
  • Reviewed contracts for accuracy prior to submission to parties involved in transactions or disputes
  • Prepared and reviewed Sale and Purchase Agreements, tenancy agreements, and other property-related contracts to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Conducted title searches and verified ownership details to mitigate risks in property transactions, ensuring accuracy and legal compliance
  • Identified and rectified potential legal risks, safeguarding clients’ interests and minimising contractual disputes
  • Communicated with clients, banks, developers, and government agencies to ensure smooth transactions, demonstrating efficiency in handling legal documentation and compliance procedures
  • Strengthened professional relationships, leading to improved client satisfaction and repeat business
  • Ensured all legal documents complied with relevant property laws and regulations in Malaysia, minimising legal risks and ensuring transaction security
  • Successfully reviewed and processed numerous property agreements with zero compliance issues
  • Played a key role in expediting approvals by effectively liaising with regulatory bodies, reducing processing time for clients
  • Assisted in preparing loan agreements and ensured proper stamping and registration of documents, guaranteeing compliance with legal and financial regulations
  • Maintained an excellent accuracy rate in document stamping and registration, preventing legal complications and delays
  • Maintained and organised legal files, monitored deadlines, and supported lawyers in litigation or dispute resolution related to property matters, ensuring efficient case management
  • Proactively tracked critical deadlines, preventing missed filings and ensuring timely legal actions
  • Provided key research and administrative support in property disputes, contributing to favorable case outcomes for clients

Entrepreneur

Supper Time
02.2020 - 02.2024
  • Founded and managed a food business, overseeing product development, marketing, and customer relations
  • Developed business strategies, optimized operations, and maintained quality control to ensure customer satisfaction, leading to a 30% increase in repeat customers
  • Handled budgeting, procurement, and supplier negotiations, achieving a 20% reduction in costs through strategic partnerships
  • Implemented marketing initiatives, including social media campaigns, resulting in a 50% growth in online engagement and a 40% increase in sales
  • Managed day-to-day operations, including staffing, logistics, and inventory control, ensuring zero major supply chain disruptions
  • Successfully expanded the business by introducing new product lines, which contributed to a 25% revenue boost
  • Built strong relationships with customers and local businesses, earning positive media coverage and word-of-mouth referrals

Journalist

The Star Media Group Berhad
04.2019 - 04.2020
  • Researched, wrote, and edited property-related news articles, focusing on market trends, real estate developments, and investment opportunities
  • Produced well researched articles that enhanced reader engagement and influenced investor decisions, homebuyers and industry professionals that boosted reader engagement and contributed to increased publication reach and higher website traffic
  • Praised for delivering accurate and insightful reporting, strengthening the publication’s credibility in the real estate sector
  • Successfully built a network of industry experts, developers and analysts, ensuring exclusive insights and timely news coverage
  • Recognized for maintaining trusted relationships with key sources, leading to first hand access to breaking property news and trends
  • Acknowledge for delivering high quality, insightful content that resonated with both industry professionals and general readers
  • Covered property launches, industry events, and government policies affecting the real estate sector
  • Conducted in-depth interviews with property developers, industry experts, and key stakeholders to provide valuable insights and in depth analysis
  • Secured exclusive interviews with top industry leaders
  • Credited for insightful questioning and thorough research, leading to high quality, data driven reports
  • Analyzed market data and trends to create informative reports for investors, homebuyers, and industry professionals
  • Successfully identified emerging real estate trends, providing valuable insights that influences investment decisions
  • Successfully delivered clear and concise analyses, helping stakeholders navigate market fluctuations with confidence
  • Collaborated with editors, photographers, and designers to enhance article presentation and visual appeal, ensuring a compelling reader experience
  • Successfully contributed to visually engaging layouts that increased audience retention and content shareability
  • Played a key role in refining editorial designs, leading to improved readability and stronger brand identity
  • Acknowledged for creative input and attention to detail, enhancing the overall impact of published articles
  • Managed deadlines effectively, producing high-quality content under tight schedules
  • Consistently delivered well-researched articles ahead of deadlines, ensuring timely publication of industry news
  • Successfully balanced multiple assignments, meeting editorial standards without compromising quality
  • Commended for adaptability and efficiency in fast-paced environments, contributing to seamless editorial workflow
  • Utilised SEO strategies and digital analytics to optimize online content visibility and engagement
  • Adapted writing style for different formats, including news articles, opinion pieces, and feature stories

Public Relations Executive (Freelance)

Tradisi Busana PR SDN BHD
09.2018 - 04.2019
  • Assisted in organizing the Alta Moda High Fashion Show Royal Gala Dinner, a prestigious event featuring high fashion and esteemed guests, including royals and industry leaders
  • Successfully coordinated with luxury fashion brands, sponsors and VIP attendees to ensure the event’s exclusivity and success
  • Developed marketing strategies to promote the event across various platforms
  • Ensured the event’s overall success by overseeing key aspects of planning, execution and post event follow up
  • Led social media and PR initiatives, generating significant online buzz and expanding audience reach

Public Relations Executive (Freelance)

Levi Strauss and Co
01.2018 - 09.2018
  • Managed and executed PR campaigns to enhance brand visibility and reinforced Levi’s reputation as a leader in the fashion industry
  • Developed media relations strategies, securing coverage in top-tier publications and digital platforms resulting in increased brand visibility and audience engagement
  • Successfully placed featured in major outlets, boosted social media impressions by 50% and enhanced brand reputation through strategic storytelling and influencer collaborations
  • Drafted press releases, media kits, and internal communications that enhanced brand storytelling and corporate messaging
  • Successfully organized high profile press events and product launches, ensuring extensive media coverage and brand visibility
  • Spearheaded influencer collaborations that boosted brand engagement and sales
  • Secured media placements in top-tier publications, enhancing brand reputation and customer trust
  • Managed event logistics, press kits and media relations, resulting in seamless execution and positive brand sentiment
  • Monitored industry trends and provided strategic recommendations for brand positioning, contributing to a 50 % increase in brand awareness and customer engagement
  • Fostered relationships with journalists, stylists, and key industry stakeholders, leading to exclusive media opportunities and partnerships
  • Assisted in crisis communication planning and reputation management

Public Relations Executive (Freelance)

Pernod Ricard
01.2018 - 09.2018
  • Managed Pernod Ricard’s public relations tasks for their Corporate EP Launch, ensuring successful media coverage and brand positioning
  • Oversaw crisis communication and brand reputation management, successfully mitigating negative press leading to a 30 % improvement in brand sentiment
  • Secured collaborations with leading brands, enhancing cross-promotional opportunities and increasing audience reach by 40%
  • Achieved full-house attendance at the Corporate EP Launch, surpassing RSVP targets and maximising brand exposure

Event Coordinator (Part Time)

Party Kidz Entertainment
01.2017 - 02.2018
  • Experienced in planning and executing events, ensuring seamless coordination from concept to completion
  • Skilled in managing logistics, vendor relations, and budgets while maintaining client expectations
  • Adept at problem solving, multitasking and creating memorable experience for attendees

Commercial Model (Part TIme)

Sym World Group
01.2017 - 03.2017
  • Experienced in representing brands across various media platforms including print, digital and advertisements
  • Skilled in adapting to diverse creative directions, maintaining professionalism and collaborating with photographers, stylists and clients to deliver high-quality results
  • Adept at embodying brand identity and engaging target audiences effectively

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Law

University of London
01.2020 - 1 2024

Diploma - Mass Communication

IACT College
01.2016 - 1 2019

Malaysian Certificate of Education - Science Stream

Taman SEA High School
01.2010 - 1 2014

Skills

  • Legal and Compliance Expertise

  • Legal Research & Analysis

  • Contract Review & Drafting

  • Property & Conveyancing Law

  • Regulatory Compliance

  • Client & Stakeholder Liaison

  • Brand Strategy & Public Image Management

  • Brand Communication Strategy

  • Stakeholder Engagement

  • Business Development & PR Strategy

  • Social Media Management

  • Crisis Management & Corporate Communications

  • Regulatory Compliance & Risk Mitigation

  • Crisis Communication & Reputation Management

  • Media & Journalism Expertise

Certification

University of Cambridge, Cambridge ICT Starters, 01/01/07

Noteworthy Accomplishments

  • Legal Support Excellence- Delivered legal support for over 100 property transactions with 98% compliance.
  • Prolific Journalism- Published articles with engagement metrics exceeding industry averages.
  • Successful Event Promotion- Increased event participation by 60% through innovative marketing strategies.
  • Entrepreneurial Sales Growth- Boosted food business sales by 40% in one year through strategic engagement.

Core Competencies

Legal Research & Analysis, Contract Review & Drafting, Property & Conveyancing Law, Regulatory Compliance, Client & Stakeholder Liaison, Brand Communication Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Development & PR Strategy, Social Media Management, Regulatory Compliance & Risk Mitigation, Crisis Communication & Reputation Management, Client & Stakeholder Liaison, Investigative Journalism, News Writing & Editing, Interviewing & Reporting, Content Creation & Storytelling, Media Relations, Business Development, Product Development & Branding, Customer Engagement & Retention, Marketing & Sales Strategy, Brand Communication Strategy, Press Releases & Media Outreach, Project Management, Team Leadership & Collaboration

Linguistic Abilities

  • English
  • Malay
  • Hindi
  • Punjabi

Publications

Ask Me Anything: A Head Start on Investing, StarProperty.my, Pravina Kaur Sandhu, https://www.starproperty.my/news/investment/ask-me-anything-a-head-%20start-on-investing/108206

Timeline

Paralegal

S B Teh & Ho Advocates and Solicitors
05.2024 - 10.2025

Entrepreneur

Supper Time
02.2020 - 02.2024

Bachelor's Degree - Law

University of London
01.2020 - 1 2024

Journalist

The Star Media Group Berhad
04.2019 - 04.2020

Public Relations Executive (Freelance)

Tradisi Busana PR SDN BHD
09.2018 - 04.2019

Public Relations Executive (Freelance)

Levi Strauss and Co
01.2018 - 09.2018

Public Relations Executive (Freelance)

Pernod Ricard
01.2018 - 09.2018

Event Coordinator (Part Time)

Party Kidz Entertainment
01.2017 - 02.2018

Commercial Model (Part TIme)

Sym World Group
01.2017 - 03.2017

Diploma - Mass Communication

IACT College
01.2016 - 1 2019

Malaysian Certificate of Education - Science Stream

Taman SEA High School
01.2010 - 1 2014
Pravina Kaur SandhuLegal and Communications Professional