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Christopher Elendu

Business Development Executive
Ajah,Lagos

Summary

I am a Capable Relationship Manager experienced in developing customized solutions to meet wide-ranging customer needs. Strong collaborator and active listener with excellent verbal and written communication skills with background advising, educating and engaging clients on various tools to improve financial health.. Offering 4-year track record of success in Pensions industry and financial services.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Business Development Manager

ARM Pension Managers
Ikoyi, Lagos
08.2020 - Current
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales.
  • Closed over 60 million Naira in sales each Quarter, including Incoming transfers from Other PFAs, new signups and Additional voluntary contributors.
  • Increased sales over 6 months by offering consultation on products and services and applying customer service and upselling techniques.
  • Provided additional value to clients by offering after market sales and advice on a more personal note thereby improving the rate of good reviews and word of mouth advertisements
  • Networked with Human resource managers and pension desk officers to identify potential new clients and expand geographic territories.
  • Worked with clients to develop financial planning strategies and solutions through evaluation of finances and retirement planning sessions.
  • Built and deepened productive relationships with prospective and competitive customers to drive sustained growth.

Relationship Manager

ARM Pension Managers
Ikoyi, Lagos
09.2017 - 08.2020
  • Worked with customer Experience, Operations and Investment management departments to facilitate communication and deliver personalized solutions to customers.
  • Generated new business and referral clients in partnership with financial advisors and branch team.
  • Communicated regularly with clients to understand needs, evaluate current product use and cross-sell new products.
  • Educated clients on available technological tools, enabling development and implementation of solutions to achieve personal financial goals.
  • Managed portfolio of over 1000 high net worth (HNW) clients with over 1bn Naira in total assets.
  • Planned portfolio solutions after carefully analyzing clients' financial health and future requirements.
  • Operated in self-directed environment with minimal input to solve problems and implement resolutions.

Data Entry Intern

ARM Investment Limited
Ikoyi, Lagos
02.2017 - 07.2017
  • Managed documents by organizing forms, making photocopies, filing records, preparing correspondence and creating reports.
  • Supported CTU department with special projects resulting in improved data quality.
  • Scanned files, eliminating outdated records.
  • Evaluated source documents to locate information needed for each data entry field.
  • Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
  • Obtained scanned records and uploaded into database.
  • Reviewed and updated client correspondence files and account opening information to maintain accurate records.

Research Analyst Intern

Estate Intel
Victoria Island, Lagos
08.2016 - 11.2016
  • Analyzed, interpreted and converted statistics into charts and graph reports to present research findings at meetings.
  • Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
  • Analyzed and reported social media and online marketing campaign results.
  • Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials and advertisements for social media.
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers in fast-paced environment.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information.

Administrative Assistant

APAPA Local Government Office
Apapa, Lagos
08.2015 - 04.2016
  • Managed Excel databases converting complex data into easy-to-interpret data.
  • Assisted with scheduling and drawing of maintenance roasters and shifts for technicians.
  • Developed methods to monitor use of resources and methods to reduce and eliminate waste of materials.
  • Conducted interviews and selections for applicants.
  • Supported efficient meetings by organizing spaces and materials, documenting discussions and distributing meeting notes.
  • Maintained complex digital filing system for financial information.
  • Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.

Weather Observer Intern

NIMET Nigeria
Ikeja, Lagos
06.2012 - 11.2012
  • Interpreted observations from upper atmosphere, land and sea to assess potential storm impacts and precipitation.
  • Researched and predicted climate change.
  • Recorded and analyzed data from worldwide weather stations, satellites, radars and remote sensors.
  • Measured factors such as air pressure, temperature, and humidity.
  • Developed accurate weather forecasts by analyzing data interpreting collected information.
  • Prepared scientific atmospheric or climate reports, articles or texts for flights in and out of the airport.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Geography

University of Lagos, Lagos Nigera
09.2010 - 12.2014

Diploma II - Geography and Planning

University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
10.2009 - 09.2010

High School Diploma -

RAINBOW COLLEGE, Surulere, Nigeria
09.2002 - 05.2008

Skills

Report Development

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Interests

Skill acquisition

Cryptocurrency

Reading

Listening to music

Gaming

Timeline

Business Development Manager - ARM Pension Managers
08.2020 - Current
Relationship Manager - ARM Pension Managers
09.2017 - 08.2020
Data Entry Intern - ARM Investment Limited
02.2017 - 07.2017
Research Analyst Intern - Estate Intel
08.2016 - 11.2016
Administrative Assistant - APAPA Local Government Office
08.2015 - 04.2016
Weather Observer Intern - NIMET Nigeria
06.2012 - 11.2012
University of Lagos - Bachelor of Science, Geography
09.2010 - 12.2014
University of Lagos - Diploma II, Geography and Planning
10.2009 - 09.2010
RAINBOW COLLEGE - High School Diploma,
09.2002 - 05.2008
Christopher ElenduBusiness Development Executive