FAITH ADEWALE
Shomolu,Nigeria
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in SWIFT payments and messaging, foreign exchange trading, and trade finance. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking, complemented by proficiency in Microsoft Office and transaction processing. Adept at navigating complex banking operations with attention to detail and adaptability. Known for collaborative leadership and effective interpersonal communication, aiming to leverage skills in a dynamic financial environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Team Member, Remittances
United Bank for Africa
Lagos
10.2022 - 12.2025
- Process various types of international banking transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Establish and maintain relationships with correspondent banks to facilitate smooth transaction execution.
- Collaborate with internal teams to manage account relationships and ensure adherence to bilateral agreements.
- Review and reconcile outstanding items in Nostro accounts, coordinating closely with responsible teams.
- Ensure timely documentation of international transactions, verifying all necessary documents.
- Address calls and emails regarding customer transactions, resolving inquiries within agreed turnaround times.
- Prepare reports on foreign operations and transaction volumes for management and regulatory purposes.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing manual errors.
Administrative and Human Resources Officer
U-Connect Human Resources Limited
Lagos
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Reviewed job applications to identify qualified candidates based on job requirements.
- Managed and updated candidate database to ensure accurate records.
- Facilitated scheduling and interviewing processes for job applicants.
- Supported training and development initiatives for qualified candidates.
- Addressed administrative needs across various organisational units efficiently.
- Responded to applicant inquiries and complaints, providing timely and precise solutions.
Administrative Assistant
Delta State Directorate of Local Government Affairs
Delta
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Assisted in monitoring the execution of Local Government projects in four Local Government Areas in Delta State.
- Contributed to ensuring qualified personnel were recruited at various points of project execution.
- Provided timely and efficient solutions to inquiries and office-related overhead issues.
Education
Masters - Industrial and Labor Relations
University of Lagos
Akoka 01.2021 - 01.2023
B.Sc. - Political Science
Adekunle Ajasin University
Ondo 01.2014 - 01.2018
Skills
- SWIFT payments and messaging
- SWIFT Alliance
- Foreign exchange trading
- Foreign policy and operations
- Trade finance
- Problem solving
- Banking and operations
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Transaction processing
- Interpersonal communication
- Analytical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Collaborative leadership
Certification
- Ongoing: Professional Diploma in Human Resource Management, Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM).
- June 2020: Soft Skill Certification, Jobberman Nigeria.
- 2020: Proficiency Certificate in Management, Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered).
Affiliations
- 2021: Graduate Member: Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered)
Timeline
Team Member, Remittances
United Bank for Africa
10.2022 - 12.2025
Administrative and Human Resources Officer
U-Connect Human Resources Limited
02.2022 - 06.2022
Masters - Industrial and Labor Relations
University of Lagos
01.2021 - 01.2023
Administrative Assistant
Delta State Directorate of Local Government Affairs
08.2019 - 07.2020
B.Sc. - Political Science
Adekunle Ajasin University
01.2014 - 01.2018