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Shizza Umer

@shizzaumer

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Finance leader driving operations, strategic planning, and financial controls across manufacturing.

Pakistan

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What I'm looking for

I seek a managerial finance or operations role in a growth-focused company where I can lead cross-functional teams, improve processes, and drive financial and operational excellence.

I am a dynamic finance professional and operations leader with extensive experience managing end-to-end operations across multiple manufacturing plants in Pakistan and the UAE. I specialize in strategic planning, financial controls, procurement, inventory optimization, and client relations to ensure efficient production and sustainable financial health.

As Director at Al Barakat Plastics & Packaging, I oversee three manufacturing units, introduced successful new product lines, and led initiatives that positioned the company as an industry leader. I have a proven track record of cross-functional team leadership, cost reduction, and data-driven decision-making that improved operational efficiency and product quality.

My background also includes paralegal and legal operations experience from roles in Canada, strong fundraising and community leadership as Vice President of the Rotary Club of Change Agents, and a commitment to impactful projects and stakeholder engagement. I seek a managerial finance role where I can leverage analytical, communication, and leadership skills to drive growth.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Director

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Al Barakat Plastics & Packaging Pvt. Ltd

Jan 2016 - Present (10 years 1 month)

Oversee end-to-end operations of three manufacturing plants, implemented financial controls and supply-chain optimizations that maintained continuous production flow and positioned the company as an industry leader through new product introductions and export participation.

Operations Management Financial Analysis Supply Chain Strategic Planning Procurement Quality Assurance Team Leadership

Trainee Associate

BK Personal Injury Law

Sep 2013 - Mar 2014 (6 months)

Managed accident benefit claims, prepared settlement proposals, handled client intake and documentation, and maintained detailed case records to support favorable client outcomes.

Personal Injury Legal Research Case Management Records Management

Paralegal

Johal Legal Services

May 2013 - Aug 2013 (3 months)

Managed motor vehicle accident claims and WSIB/WSIAT documentation, drafted legal correspondence and forms, and negotiated with insurers to secure settlements for clients.

Claims Management Negotiation Client Communication Administrative Support

Paralegal Intern

Nanda & Associate Lawyers

Apr 2013 - May 2013 (1 month)

Drafted motions, demand letters, affidavits and correspondence for small claims and landlord-tenant matters, conducted legal research, and managed client intake and case filing tasks.

Legal Research Drafting File Management Administrative Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Trios College

Paralegal Diploma, Paralegal Studies

2012 - 2012

Completed a Paralegal Diploma at Trios College in August 2012 focused on practical paralegal training and legal administration.

University of Buckingham

LLB (Hons), Law

2009 - 2011

Activities and societies: Executive Member of the University of Buckingham Law Society; Council Member of the Students' Union; participated in criminal moots.

Completed an LLB (Hons) at the University of Buckingham with coursework in Contracts, Torts, Criminal, Constitutional, Administrative, Land, Company, Commercial, and Evidence Law.