Ankur Sabharwal
Director at Visa Matters Limited- Claim this Profile
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Nash Varghese
Through the last 8 years I've known Ankur, he has evolved from working as an "employee" in a Sales and Collections driven call centre environment to a leader and change agent. In the last year, Ankur has gone from giving me casual employment and HR consultancy to a more management and strategic sales driven mentoring. His advice, sales structures and point of view has been pivotal to my own success. I would highly recommend Ankur as a strategic thinker with his wise approach to handling tricky management decisions.
Riaan Coetzee
Ankur is one of those rare managers who also naturally serves as an inspiring mentor for the whole staff. Ankur exhibits strong interpersonal skills and a unique capacity for empathy. These qualities most notably translate in his ability to motivate a team to care about its project and be invested in the project’s success. During our time at BDL, he proved to be incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. .Ankur always had an efficient strategy lined up to make our work go smoothly and was excellent in communicating his ideas to the rest of the management team. Ankur is the go-to person for conflict resolution and problem solving and always provides a great level of support due to his extensive knowledge and skills in the area of employment relations. He sets high standards in creating and delivering best practice SOP's and aligns his team and supporting resources in a very professional manner. This has made him a very successful people leader and his achievements in terms of results reflect due to the good foundation work he has installed in his team. Though he’s never one to draw attention to himself, Ankur’s positive attitude and the respect others feel toward him are palpable. Ankur is a proactive and tireless contributor who would make a great addition to any team!
Nash Varghese
Through the last 8 years I've known Ankur, he has evolved from working as an "employee" in a Sales and Collections driven call centre environment to a leader and change agent. In the last year, Ankur has gone from giving me casual employment and HR consultancy to a more management and strategic sales driven mentoring. His advice, sales structures and point of view has been pivotal to my own success. I would highly recommend Ankur as a strategic thinker with his wise approach to handling tricky management decisions.
Riaan Coetzee
Ankur is one of those rare managers who also naturally serves as an inspiring mentor for the whole staff. Ankur exhibits strong interpersonal skills and a unique capacity for empathy. These qualities most notably translate in his ability to motivate a team to care about its project and be invested in the project’s success. During our time at BDL, he proved to be incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. .Ankur always had an efficient strategy lined up to make our work go smoothly and was excellent in communicating his ideas to the rest of the management team. Ankur is the go-to person for conflict resolution and problem solving and always provides a great level of support due to his extensive knowledge and skills in the area of employment relations. He sets high standards in creating and delivering best practice SOP's and aligns his team and supporting resources in a very professional manner. This has made him a very successful people leader and his achievements in terms of results reflect due to the good foundation work he has installed in his team. Though he’s never one to draw attention to himself, Ankur’s positive attitude and the respect others feel toward him are palpable. Ankur is a proactive and tireless contributor who would make a great addition to any team!
Nash Varghese
Through the last 8 years I've known Ankur, he has evolved from working as an "employee" in a Sales and Collections driven call centre environment to a leader and change agent. In the last year, Ankur has gone from giving me casual employment and HR consultancy to a more management and strategic sales driven mentoring. His advice, sales structures and point of view has been pivotal to my own success. I would highly recommend Ankur as a strategic thinker with his wise approach to handling tricky management decisions.
Riaan Coetzee
Ankur is one of those rare managers who also naturally serves as an inspiring mentor for the whole staff. Ankur exhibits strong interpersonal skills and a unique capacity for empathy. These qualities most notably translate in his ability to motivate a team to care about its project and be invested in the project’s success. During our time at BDL, he proved to be incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. .Ankur always had an efficient strategy lined up to make our work go smoothly and was excellent in communicating his ideas to the rest of the management team. Ankur is the go-to person for conflict resolution and problem solving and always provides a great level of support due to his extensive knowledge and skills in the area of employment relations. He sets high standards in creating and delivering best practice SOP's and aligns his team and supporting resources in a very professional manner. This has made him a very successful people leader and his achievements in terms of results reflect due to the good foundation work he has installed in his team. Though he’s never one to draw attention to himself, Ankur’s positive attitude and the respect others feel toward him are palpable. Ankur is a proactive and tireless contributor who would make a great addition to any team!
Nash Varghese
Through the last 8 years I've known Ankur, he has evolved from working as an "employee" in a Sales and Collections driven call centre environment to a leader and change agent. In the last year, Ankur has gone from giving me casual employment and HR consultancy to a more management and strategic sales driven mentoring. His advice, sales structures and point of view has been pivotal to my own success. I would highly recommend Ankur as a strategic thinker with his wise approach to handling tricky management decisions.
Riaan Coetzee
Ankur is one of those rare managers who also naturally serves as an inspiring mentor for the whole staff. Ankur exhibits strong interpersonal skills and a unique capacity for empathy. These qualities most notably translate in his ability to motivate a team to care about its project and be invested in the project’s success. During our time at BDL, he proved to be incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. .Ankur always had an efficient strategy lined up to make our work go smoothly and was excellent in communicating his ideas to the rest of the management team. Ankur is the go-to person for conflict resolution and problem solving and always provides a great level of support due to his extensive knowledge and skills in the area of employment relations. He sets high standards in creating and delivering best practice SOP's and aligns his team and supporting resources in a very professional manner. This has made him a very successful people leader and his achievements in terms of results reflect due to the good foundation work he has installed in his team. Though he’s never one to draw attention to himself, Ankur’s positive attitude and the respect others feel toward him are palpable. Ankur is a proactive and tireless contributor who would make a great addition to any team!
Credentials
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New Zealand Licensed Immigration Adviser
Immigration Advisers Authority, New Zealand
Experience
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Visa Matters Limited
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New Zealand
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Legal Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director
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Feb 2017 - Present
As the Managing Director of Visa Matters, Ankur is responsible for the operational and strategic direction of the business. As the principal licensed immigration adviser, Ankur's responsibilities include providing expert advice and representation on various visa types for people seeking travel, employment, study and residence in New Zealand or entry to rejoin family members. Ankur also represents employers for accreditation and job check applications, appellants to the Immigration and Protection Tribunal, and people requesting Special Direction from the Minister of Immigration. Known for a professional and meticulous approach, Ankur is easy to deal with, offering reliable and helpful advice, particularly with high-risk work visa applications to bring in skilled people from overseas on behalf of companies who can’t fill roles locally. Show less
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Stuff
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New Zealand
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Online Audio and Video Media
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500 - 600 Employee
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Immigration Columnist
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Nov 2020 - Present
Ankur is a regular contributor to Stuff, New Zealand’s leading media organisation for more than 150 years from its roots in daily newspapers, read by more than 3.5 million New Zealanders. Through his Stuff opinion columns, Ankur provides insight and education into current visa issues and highlights inequities in the system. Ankur is a regular contributor to Stuff, New Zealand’s leading media organisation for more than 150 years from its roots in daily newspapers, read by more than 3.5 million New Zealanders. Through his Stuff opinion columns, Ankur provides insight and education into current visa issues and highlights inequities in the system.
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Brand Developers Limited
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New Zealand
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Retail
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100 - 200 Employee
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Operations Manager - Sales Resuscitation
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Sep 2013 - May 2015
Ankur's key responsibilities: I started as a Customer Service Supervisor with Brand Developers, however, was promoted within two weeks to the role of Operations Manager - Sales Resuscitation. This Ops Manager role reported to the General Manager and was responsible for maximising sales revenue, ensuring profitable volume growth and providing operational & strategic direction to the business unit. This role included managing a department of approximately 40 staff. Achievements during Ankur's tenure: Increased sales by over 250% Implemented “Inbound” structure resulting in increased sales of $1.5 MM per year Developing a quality framework that led to an 80% reduction in compliance failures and 70% improvement in overall quality scores of the team thus improving customer experience Implementing KPI’s, namely productivity, effectiveness, data integrity, legal/compliance requirements & quality control Drafting and implementing 28 Standard Operating Procedures Managed all recruitment including revamping all training and induction Successfully managed (zero personal grievances) exits of 8 staff due to poor performance or behavioural concerns leading to improved team culture, customer experience, and sales results. Show less
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Westpac New Zealand
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New Zealand
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Banking
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager - Collections
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Sep 2011 - Aug 2013
Strategising work flow on a daily basis; Recruitment, Selection and Rostering; Managing adherence to policy, compliance and other legal requirements; Quality and Compliance Control; Performance management and disciplinary activities; Employee development plans; Reviews (Performance appraisals); Personal development plans; Monthly one to ones; Goal setting and developing high potential employees; Managing team’s productivity metrics; Maintain and follow through on a personal development plan; One to one with direct leader to focus on development plans; Participating in technical, functional and soft skills training as required; Contributing to special projects and initiatives from time to time. Awards/Achievements at Westpac Westpac WOW Award - April 2012 Direct Reports - 15 Dotted Line Reports - Up to 40 Show less
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Salmat
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Australia
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Advertising Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager - Collections
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Mar 2011 - May 2011
Managing adherence to policy, compliance and other legal requirements Quality and Compliance Control Performance management and disciplinary activities Performance appraisals, monthly one to ones, goal setting and developing high potential employees Managing team’s productivity metrics Direct Reports - 20 Dotted Line Reports - Up to 30 Managing adherence to policy, compliance and other legal requirements Quality and Compliance Control Performance management and disciplinary activities Performance appraisals, monthly one to ones, goal setting and developing high potential employees Managing team’s productivity metrics Direct Reports - 20 Dotted Line Reports - Up to 30
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GE Capital
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United States
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager - Collections
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Feb 2008 - Feb 2011
Recruitment and Selection Managing adherence to policy, compliance and other legal requirements Quality and Compliance Control Performance management and disciplinary activities Employee development plans, including EMS reviews (Performance appraisals), personal development plans, monthly one to ones, goal setting and developing high potential employees Managing team’s productivity metrics Maintain and follow through on a personal development plan One to one with direct leader to focus on development plans Participate in technical, functional and soft skills training as required Contribute to special projects and initiatives from time to time Awards/Achievements at GE The only other employee on the Christchurch site to be rated as "Role Model" in the end of year performance review. This was the highest performance rating an employee could earn. Only nominee from Collections in October 2010 for GE Money quarterly “GE Money Managing Director Award” for the quarter ending December 2010. GE Money “Leadership Award” – October 2010. GE Money “Team Leader Excellence Award” – May 2010. Direct Reports - Up to 20 Dotted Line Reports - Up to 40 Show less
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Education
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Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Graduate Diploma, NZ Immigration Advice -
Bournemouth University (UK) and Christchurch Polytechnic(NZ)
Business & Hospitality Management, Marketing Management and Research