Customer-focused professional with track record of success in responding to customers' needs in accordance with procedures. Assertive yet polite individual with special talents in drumming up new business. In-depth knowledge of Microsoft 365 Suit and CRM systems.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Customer Support Specialist
Osiris trading
Johannesburg, South Africa
2019.12 - 2023.07
Offered detailed advice on product and service benefits.
Managed high-volume customer queries simultaneously through effective multitasking.
Offered prompt solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
Handled requests with friendly, knowledgeable service and support, continually achieving positive customer feedback.
Access & verify all documents sent through in- line with Fica regulations and POPI act within the South African betting Market
Manage all call center requirements and social media channels in line with the departmental strategy and call center requirements and guidelines.
Digital Banking Consultant
First National Bank
Johannesburg, South Africa
2018.10 - 2019.03
Built and updated financial models to support ongoing budgeting and forecasting processes, analyze complex information and process real-time data.
Developed forecasting tools to analyze revenue variance, business pipeline and industry trends.
Compared competitor data and statistics to develop business investment strategy and drive growth.
Worked with business teams to identify issues affecting financial results and profitability.
Aid with troubleshooting & maintaining Self-service devices to ensure optimal availability to customers
Sales Specialist
Platinum Life
Johannesburg, South Africa
2016.07 - 2017.02
Abided by safety and health policies, regulatory compliance and product handling procedures.
Exceeded monthly revenue targets through managing and maintaining high-value clients.
Tracked competitions, current market and consumer buying trends to develop marketing plans and strategies.
Provided outstanding customer service to clients by answering and directing questions and concerns.
Grew existing client spending by upselling additional services to bespoke needs.
<ul><li>Company Overview: Loggerhead is a premier Florida property insurer that offers a user-friendly process, transparent claim handling, and prompt solutions for policyholders, creating a world-class customer experience.</li><li>Responsible for creating, directing, and managing the Customer Service, Internal Sales, and Agency Support functions for a new Homeowners' Insurance Company in Florida by overseeing the short and long-term strategies of the organization's customer success journey. This may include, but is not limited to, providing strategic recommendations regarding concepts and routines that drive efficiency and empower employees.</li><li>Work closely with the CEO and COO on all aspects of delivering service to customers and agents.</li><li>Provide strategic oversight and guidance to the operational leadership team.</li><li>Work closely with other department heads to support projects or procedures that have a direct impact on customers.</li><li>Responsible for the selection and implementation of the CSAT platform as well as the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software currently in use with the organization.</li><li>Responsible for building out all operational teams, including job development, standard operating procedures, quality management, and the like.</li><li>Work in an integrated fashion with third-party vendors to provide "world-class" customer service to Policyholders, Agents, and other customers both in and out of inbound and outbound settings.</li><li>Collaborate with business units throughout the organization to design, develop, and implement consumer-focused business practices, procedures, and Corporate Policies.</li></ul> at Loggerhead Reciprocal Interinsurance Exchange<ul><li>Company Overview: Loggerhead is a premier Florida property insurer that offers a user-friendly process, transparent claim handling, and prompt solutions for policyholders, creating a world-class customer experience.</li><li>Responsible for creating, directing, and managing the Customer Service, Internal Sales, and Agency Support functions for a new Homeowners' Insurance Company in Florida by overseeing the short and long-term strategies of the organization's customer success journey. This may include, but is not limited to, providing strategic recommendations regarding concepts and routines that drive efficiency and empower employees.</li><li>Work closely with the CEO and COO on all aspects of delivering service to customers and agents.</li><li>Provide strategic oversight and guidance to the operational leadership team.</li><li>Work closely with other department heads to support projects or procedures that have a direct impact on customers.</li><li>Responsible for the selection and implementation of the CSAT platform as well as the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software currently in use with the organization.</li><li>Responsible for building out all operational teams, including job development, standard operating procedures, quality management, and the like.</li><li>Work in an integrated fashion with third-party vendors to provide "world-class" customer service to Policyholders, Agents, and other customers both in and out of inbound and outbound settings.</li><li>Collaborate with business units throughout the organization to design, develop, and implement consumer-focused business practices, procedures, and Corporate Policies.</li></ul> at Loggerhead Reciprocal Interinsurance Exchange