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Raheem Akintunde Lawal

Banking
Ladi-Lak,LAGOS STATE
Raheem Akintunde Lawal

Summary

Diligent customer service professional successful at satisfying different types of customers with creative and knowledgeable solutions. Leads teams of customer service-focused professionals to improve customer ratings, reduce complaints and increase business.

Dedicated Customer Service professional with knowledge of service delivery and proven multitasking abilities. Committed to maintaining professional relationships to increase profitability and drive business results.

Focused customer relations professional skilled in lead generation, customer relationship development and sales. Accomplished in providing unsurpassed support to demanding customers. Offering experience in related roles, as well as passion for improving service delivery, enhancing knowledge and exceeding expectations.

Skilled in building bridges and cementing connections with business accounts to serve needs, strengthen loyalty and drive competitive growth. Successful at achieving sales objectives with consistency. Service-driven team player with record of providing high-quality support.

Customer Service Representative bringing top-notch skills in oral and written communication, active listening and analytical problem-solving skills. Enhances customer experiences by employing service-oriented behaviors, understanding customer desires and providing customized solutions to build loyalty.

Reliable employee seeking Operation Support position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.

Overview

17
years of professional experience
10
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Guaranty Trust Bank
Victoria Island, LAGOS STATE

Platinum Support Operation (Supervisor)
03.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
  • Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
  • Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.

Guaranty Trust Bank
Lekki, Lagos

Customer Experience Representative
10.2016 - Current

Job overview

  • Resolved customers' issues related to online purchases, late product deliveries and billing discrepancies to encourage good customer relationships.
  • Collaborated with internal team members to resolve customer concerns and deliver enhanced customer experiences.
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of company products to recommend items aligned with customer needs.
  • Documented customer interactions in internal database to maintain customer service history details.
  • Engaged in cross-selling and up-selling activities to enhance customers' experiences and generate revenue.
  • Addressed customer inquiries, concerns and complaints by providing solutions and alternatives and followed up to confirm resolution.
  • Enhanced industry and technical knowledge through active participation in learning and growth opportunities.
  • Responded to high volume of incoming calls utilizing listening and communication skills to identify customer problems, needs and opportunities.
  • Utilized telephone, online chat and email platforms to deliver outstanding customer service.
  • Maintained key performance indicators and acceptable performance levels to support assigned customer base.
  • Increased efficiency and performance by monitoring team member productivity and providing feedback.
  • Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
  • Facilitated inter-departmental communication to effectively provide customer support.
  • Communicated professionally with colleagues, freelancers and clients.
  • Recommended products to customers, thoroughly explaining details.
  • Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Applied highly effective selling skills while properly engaging and presenting solutions to customers.
  • Reduced process inconsistencies and effectively trained team members on best practices and protocols.
  • Cross-trained and backed up other customer service managers.
  • Cross-trained and provided back up for customer service managers.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
  • Reached out to customers after completed sales to suggest additional service or product purchases and inquire about needs or concerns.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Followed-through on all critical inter-departmental escalations to increase customer retention rates.
  • Optimized customer support by establishing collaborative service environment.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
  • Promoted available products and services to customers during service, account management and order calls.
  • Implemented and developed customer service training processes.
  • Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.
  • Collaborated with staff members to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
  • Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy and resolving problems swiftly.
  • Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
  • Provided excellent customer care by responding to requests, assisting with product selection and handling ordering functions.
  • Recommended, selected and helped locate and obtain out-of-stock product based on customer requests.
  • Increased efficiency and team productivity by promoting operational best practices.
  • Effective liaison between customers and internal departments.
  • Enhanced productivity levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
  • Processed Number invoices each weeks and mailed documentation to clients.

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Standard Alliance Life Assurance
Lekki, Lagos

Insurance Sales Representative
12.2015 - 09.2016

Job overview

  • Reviewed customer needs and financial means to determine appropriate policy offerings.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer information and policy sales.
  • Sold auto, home, life and other various insurance products to individuals and affinity groups within assigned territory using consultative selling techniques.
  • Generated sales by recommending policies and add-ons.
  • Stayed in touch with clients to assess changing demands and offer new solutions.
  • Connected with prospective clients to set appointments.
  • Sought out new clients and developed client relationships through networking, direct referrals, lead databases and cold calling.
  • Customized existing insurance programs to suit individual client needs by analyzing specific requirements.
  • Analyzed retention, loss ratio trends and sales volume to identify areas for improvement.
  • Drove team revenue totals by bringing in top sales numbers.
  • Conducted research on insurance packages and investment options to generate client recommendations.
  • Reviewed policy applications for errors and liaised with underwriters to facilitate quick completion of application process.
  • Recommended type and amount of coverage based on analysis of customers' circumstances using persuasive sales techniques.
  • Remained impartial in order to advise clients based on circumstances.
  • Determined financial needs by assessing existing coverage and aligning new products and services with long-term goals.
  • Displayed consistent, positive attitude towards customers, peers and other personnel, even during high-stress situations.
  • Calculated premiums and established payment methods for sales.
  • Met with customers to provide information about available products and policies.
  • Collected, analyzed and validated agency commissions.
  • Finalized sales and collected necessary deposits.
  • Collected premiums on or before effective date of coverage.
  • Identified and solicited sales prospects in agency databases.
  • Created sources for continuous client referrals within community and with businesses using extensive networking skills.
  • Conducted annual reviews of existing policies to update information.

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  • Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.

United Bank For Africa
Victoria Island, Lagos

Funds Transfer Officer
02.2010 - 11.2015

Job overview

  • Examined financial statements and records to collect important details and verify calculations.
  • Trained new tellers in processes and procedures for financial institution, answering questions and providing guidance.
  • Operated computers programmed with accounting software to record, store and analyze information.
  • Prepared bank deposits by compiling data from cashiers, verifying and balancing receipts and sending payment to banks.
  • Checked figures, postings and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy and proper codes.
  • Monitored transactions and customer behavior to identify signs of fraud.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Saved $Amount by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Maintained, organized and stocked teller window areas.

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United Bank For Africa
Victoria Island, Lagos

Teller Officer
03.2008 - 11.2010

Job overview

  • Performed teller scheduling to achieve appropriate branch coverage for business needs.
  • Assisted tellers in cashing checks by verifying signatures and amounts.
  • Greeted patrons and asked questions to better assess client needs.
  • Used bank database and Software to record transactions.
  • Executed various customer deposits, withdrawals and money orders.
  • Received checks for deposits, entered information into database and issued receipts.
  • Provided clients with general information on account opening.
  • Managed branch vault by verifying accuracy of cash transactions.
  • Addressed employee issues and conflicts, applying listening and communication skills to promote quick resolution.
  • Conducted various branch operations tasks such as balancing and replenishing ATM, TCD and shipment processing.
  • Motivated tellers to achieve sales and service goals with continuous coaching.
  • Managed inventory by tracking and ordering bank supplies, equipment and documents.
  • Trained newly hired tellers, providing extensive mentoring along with positive reinforcement to help employees meet monthly goals and reach objectives.
  • Recognized potential sales opportunities to cross-sell appropriate products and services to clients and make qualified referrals.
  • Educated customers on use of banking website and mobile apps.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges and interest rates.
  • Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
  • Assisted customers with setting up or closing accounts, completing loan applications and signing up for new services.
  • Stocked supplies for customers and personal teller station.
  • Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
  • Identified sales opportunities and referred customers to branch partners in financial services.
  • Learned about customer's financial needs, established trust and optimized sales opportunities resulting in quality customer service.
  • Recognized needs and referred to appropriate representative or line of business for cross-sell or service opportunities.

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General Telephone And Electric, GTE
Gbagada, Lagos

Finance Officer
03.2006 - 11.2007

Job overview

  • Collaborated with team leaders to define standards, policies and procedures to meet company revenue goals.
  • Established and enforced controls on revenue and expenses to protect company assets.
  • Identified and capitalized on community business opportunities with effective networking.
  • Maintained agile, responsive organization with sustained revenue growth by monitoring industry forecasts, honing budgets and adjusting marketing strategies.
  • Drove industry-leading profit increase by transforming production process and aligning sales targets to meet dynamic industry conditions.
  • Evaluated applications against outline specifications to approve, reject or recommend adjustments files.
  • Protected company assets with strategic risk management approaches.
  • Built and strengthened productive and valuable industry partnerships to drive collaboration, engagement and revenue stream development.
  • Partnered with IT, business development and operations leadership to develop robust financial business plan with detailed benchmarks and action plans.
  • Mitigated process gaps and managed financial operational functions.
  • Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
  • Produced reports outlining financial data to assist management with making strategic plans and operational decisions.
  • Consulted with representatives of regulatory agencies to complete accurate filings and uphold strict compliance.
  • Analyzed financial data regarding product performance and customer performance and developed reports for key stakeholders.
  • Increased revenue by assisting with operations management, sales and marketing efforts.
  • Verified compliance of financial policies and accounting procedures against federal regulations.

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  • Introduced Type innovative technology and process improvement initiatives, saving $Amount.

Education

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, The Poly
Ogbomoso, Osun State

Master Of Business Administration from Finance
02.2012 - 08.2014

Chartered Institute of Local Govt And Public Admin
Oyingbo

Certified Member Of CILPAN from Finance
10.2011 - 08.2012

The Polytechnic,Ibadan
Sango, Ibadan

Higher National Diploma from Accounting
02.2008 - 02.2011

The Polytechnic, Ibadan
Sango, Ibadan

Ordinary National Diploma from Accounting
08.2003 - 12.2006

Skills

Service standard compliance

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Software

Finacle 7 and 10

Basis

CRM

POSTILION

MasterCard Application

Citrix

Arbiter and Arbiter 20

Timeline

Platinum Support Operation (Supervisor)

Guaranty Trust Bank
03.2022 - Current

Customer Experience Representative

Guaranty Trust Bank
10.2016 - Current

Insurance Sales Representative

Standard Alliance Life Assurance
12.2015 - 09.2016

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, The Poly

Master Of Business Administration from Finance
02.2012 - 08.2014

Chartered Institute of Local Govt And Public Admin

Certified Member Of CILPAN from Finance
10.2011 - 08.2012

Funds Transfer Officer

United Bank For Africa
02.2010 - 11.2015

Teller Officer

United Bank For Africa
03.2008 - 11.2010

The Polytechnic,Ibadan

Higher National Diploma from Accounting
02.2008 - 02.2011

Finance Officer

General Telephone And Electric, GTE
03.2006 - 11.2007

The Polytechnic, Ibadan

Ordinary National Diploma from Accounting
08.2003 - 12.2006
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