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FUNDISWA NATASIA SIKHWAMBANE

Alberton

Summary

As a highly motivated and customer-centric professional, I bring a wealth of experience to the table, particularly in the banking and credit sectors. My career is marked by a consistent record of driving sales and providing outstanding customer service. I take pride in my ability to support and guide clients effectively, ensuring their satisfaction and loyalty. Expertise in managing complaints, resolving disputes, and offering insightful assistance with credit reports and scores is a cornerstone of my skill set. My familiarity with a range of financial products, including eBucks, investment and savings accounts, as well as credit cards, allows me to cater to diverse customer needs with ease. I am particularly adept at forging and nurturing client relationships, which has been instrumental in maximizing revenue opportunities. As a dedicated team player, I possess strong communication and problem-solving abilities, which enable me to contribute positively to team dynamics, and achieve collective goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

ADMINISTRATOR CONSUMER QUALITY SUPPORT

TRANSUNION GCCSA
Sandton
02.2024 - Current
  • Delivered outstanding customer service, swiftly resolving inquiries and issues through phone communication
  • Served as the primary support liaison for UK consumers, providing professional and efficient service
  • Managed complaints effectively, offering solutions within time constraints and ensuring thorough follow-up for satisfactory resolution
  • Adhered to strict communication protocols, guidelines, and policies to uphold service excellence
  • Balanced customer and client expectations adeptly, nurturing trust and cultivating enduring relationships
  • Functioned as a central point of contact, streamlining communication between customers, clients, and internal teams
  • Maintained accurate case documentation in the database, emphasizing precision and data integrity.

CONSUMER OPERATION SUPPORT TransUnion GCC

TransUnion GCCSA
Sandton
08.2022 - 02.2024
  • With expertise in both inbound and outbound operations, adept at managing consumer interactions across calls, emails, and additional tasks as assigned by the Team Manager
  • Committed to delivering outstanding customer service by proactively addressing consumer needs, effectively resolving issues, and leveraging available resources
  • Skilled in precise data capture, ensuring all consumer information is accurately recorded during interactions
  • Strong knowledge of U.S
  • Credit and financial concepts, contributing to informed and reliable consumer support
  • Consistently meets individual performance targets, contributing to departmental service level agreements through schedule adherence, quality standards, average handle time, and productivity metrics
  • Diligent in upholding company and departmental policies, procedures, and compliance standards.

FNB EBUCKS CONSULTANT

First National Bank
Randburg
02.2021 - 08.2022

• Managed customer relations by efficiently logging complaints and compliments, ensuring a high level of client satisfaction within the eBucks rewards program. • Expertly facilitated the registration and activation of eBucks accounts and cards for both business and personal clients. Diligently tracked and resolved care queries, maintaining consistent follow-up until successful resolution and closure. Executed eBucks transfers and addressed technical issues using the advanced Zeus system, demonstrating strong technical proficiency. • Contributed to team efficiency by assisting in the creation of comprehensive productivity reports, showcasing attention to detail, and analytical skills.

Customer Service Consultant

First National Bank
Randburg
06.2017 - 02.2021
  • Efficiently processed applications for credit cards, overdrafts, revolving loans, and limit increases, while managing maintenance for credit card and cheque accounts
  • Proactively provided customers with account statements and tax certificates, and strategically cross-sold investment products
  • Skillfully resolved disputes pertaining to debit orders and managed the cancellation and ordering of cheque and credit cards
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing customer needs and fostering satisfaction
  • Educated customers on optimal use of digital channels and self- service options, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.

Account Acquisition

First National Bank
Fairlands
09.2015 - 06.2017
  • Expertly transformed potential leads into confirmed sales, enhancing revenue growth. • Delivered outstanding customer service, efficiently resolving inquiries to ensure satisfaction. Proficiently promoted a diverse range of financial products, including investment/savings accounts, overdrafts, revolving loans, and cheque accounts. Fortified client relationships, leveraging cross-selling strategies to boost sales performance. • Conducted in-depth research to identify and capitalize on expansion opportunities within current portfolios.

SALESCONSULTANT

O'Keeffe And Swartz
Randburg
11.2014 - 09.2015
  • Expertly marketed and sold diverse insurance products such as hospital, funeral, accident, and life coverage
  • Successfully transformed cold leads into confirmed sales utilizing persuasive communication and strategic sales methodologies
  • Fostered robust client relationships, ensuring loyalty and long- term engagement through exceptional rapport-building skills.

Education

Higher Certificate NQF05 - Financial Planning

Milpark Education
Sandton
01-2028

RE 05 -

Moonstone
Sandton
01-2022

MATRIC -

Dawnview High School
Germiston
01.2013

Skills

  • Microsoft package
  • Sales
  • Administration
  • Objection handling
  • Communication
  • Customer service
  • Relationship building
  • Adaptability
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Teamwork
  • Problem solving
  • Articulating information
  • Checking details and documenting facts
  • Following procedures
  • Taking action
  • Team working
  • Upholding standards
  • Client knowledge
  • Client Retention and Servicing
  • Client Value Propositions
  • Insurance Principles
  • Insurance Products and Services
  • Risk identification

References

  • THEMBISA SIGANGA, TransUnion GCC, 073 523 5318
  • THOBEKA MCHUNU, First National Bank, 083 892 2416
  • DAISY MAKONI, First National Bank - Team Leader, 083 417 0236, 087 736 8001
  • SUZAN NTULI, First National Bank - Team Leader, 082 448 9638
  • MLUNGISI MTJAYA, O'Keeffe And Swartz - Team Leader, 011 777 6116, 071 737 5139

Languages

English

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 05/27/95
  • Nationality: South African

Accomplishments

  • I have been awarded Top performer and Best Quality Certificate.

Timeline

ADMINISTRATOR CONSUMER QUALITY SUPPORT

TRANSUNION GCCSA
02.2024 - Current

CONSUMER OPERATION SUPPORT TransUnion GCC

TransUnion GCCSA
08.2022 - 02.2024

FNB EBUCKS CONSULTANT

First National Bank
02.2021 - 08.2022

Customer Service Consultant

First National Bank
06.2017 - 02.2021

Account Acquisition

First National Bank
09.2015 - 06.2017

SALESCONSULTANT

O'Keeffe And Swartz
11.2014 - 09.2015

Higher Certificate NQF05 - Financial Planning

Milpark Education

RE 05 -

Moonstone

MATRIC -

Dawnview High School
FUNDISWA NATASIA SIKHWAMBANE