BLESSING AMARACHI OKORIE
blessingokorie364@gmail.com, Lagos state, Nigeria.About
Highly effective Operations and Risk Management professional with over 3 years of experience in financial services, specializing in internal controls, fraud prevention, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to streamline processes, mitigate financial risks, and enhance customer experience by ensuring strict adherence to policies and fostering robust organizational relationships. Adept at leveraging analytical skills to identify solutions and drive operational excellence within dynamic environments.
Work
UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA
|INTERNAL CONTROL OFFICER
Lagos, Lagos state, Nigeria
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Summary
Led internal control functions, assessing and mitigating operational risks to ensure compliance with central bank regulations and internal policies within a major financial institution.
Highlights
Conducted daily reviews of Global Investor Services transactions, portfolio management, and custody operations, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
Assessed and identified critical risks in operational activities, escalating issues and recommending solutions to maintain compliance with CBN and internal policies.
Implemented rigorous account modification reviews to prevent impersonation and mitigate fraud, safeguarding client assets and data.
Performed comprehensive reconciliation and review of E-Business transactions and NEFT outward processes, ensuring accuracy and financial integrity.
Managed dispute escalations and resolutions within agreed SLAs, significantly improving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Executed spot checks on business operations and sales to uphold organizational standards and reviewed expense and procurement accounts for compliance.
ACCESS BANK PLC
|CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE (RETAIL OPERATIONS)
Lagos, Lagos state, Nigeria
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Summary
Managed comprehensive customer service operations, processing high volumes of financial transactions and ensuring efficient branch functionality for a leading retail bank.
Highlights
Processed an average of $1 million in foreign transactions monthly, maintaining high accuracy and compliance with international banking standards.
Handled an average of 200 customer transactions daily within stipulated turnaround times, enhancing service efficiency and client satisfaction.
Managed 10 ATM terminals, ensuring 100% uptime to provide uninterrupted service for a high volume of customers.
Assisted with overall branch operations, including vault management and daily activities, contributing to seamless service delivery.
Processed bills collection for customers and managed expense processing on Dynamics 365, ensuring accurate financial record-keeping.
Supported deposit mobilization through cross-selling initiatives, contributing to the bank's growth objectives.
GUARANTY TRUST BANK
|INDUSTRIAL TRAINING
Lagos, Lagos state, Nigeria
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Summary
Gained foundational experience in banking operations, managing customer interactions, and ensuring accurate financial transactions during an industrial training program.
Highlights
Managed customer queries and complaints, providing timely and effective resolutions to enhance client satisfaction.
Ensured strict adherence to proper cash handling procedures, minimizing discrepancies and maintaining financial integrity.
Accurately balanced currency and cash at the end of each shift, contributing to precise daily financial reconciliation.
Addressed inquiries regarding current, savings accounts, and other bank products, providing comprehensive information to customers.
Maintained detailed statistical and financial records, supporting accurate reporting and operational transparency.
COSMARA ENTERPRISES
|SALES REPRESENTATIVE
Nigeria
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Summary
Drove sales and enhanced customer satisfaction by promoting products, analyzing market trends, and ensuring consistent target achievement.
Highlights
Collected and analyzed market information to prepare comprehensive sales reports, informing strategic decisions and boosting sales performance.
Promoted products effectively, consistently staying current with market trends to maximize sales opportunities.
Improved customer satisfaction through proactive after-sales services, building strong client relationships and fostering loyalty.
Consistently met sales targets, contributing directly to revenue growth and business objectives.
Education
Bestower International university
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B.Sc.
Business Administration and Management
Federal Polytechnic Nekede
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HND.
Business Administration and Management
Tina's Day secondary
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Secondary
West African Senior School Certificate (WAEC)
Languages
English
Certificates
CYBER SECURITY 3MTT FELLOW
Annual Ethics and Compliance certification
Issued By
Chartered Institute Of Bankers Of Nigeria (CIBN)
RISK MANAGEMENT TRAINING
Issued By
UDEMY
Certified Training in Customer Service Skills, Improvement, Excellence and Etiquette
SkillsA
Leadership
Motivation
Multitasking
Organizational Skills
Time Management
Coordination
Problem-Solving
Communication
Risk Management
Fraud Awareness
Compliance
Business Operations
Customer Experience
Financial Reconciliation
Transaction Processing
Cash Handling
Sales Reporting
Data Analysis
Dynamics 365
Interests
Travelling
Exercise
Networking
Learning new things
References
Provided on Request
Provided on Request