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Keith McCarthy

Drogheda,Co Louth

Summary

Highly motivated professional with extensive experience seeking new challenges to advance career. Demonstrated ability to achieve results consistently in various roles. Drive, commitment, and strong work ethic recognised as key assets.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Executive Escalations Specialist

PayPal
03.2021 - Current
  • Managed escalated complaints from Executives, Directors, and Senior Leadership Teams.
    Handled media threats and formal complaints from customers and regulatory bodies like the FOS, AFCA & CSSF.
    Logged all complaints into internal database while determining root causes for each issue.
    Communicated escalation positions effectively to ensure clarity and resolution.
    Provided proactive feedback on preventable complaints to enhance operational processes.
    Collaborated with colleagues under one team approach, receiving positive recognition.
    Achieved 100% quality in case work while maintaining high productivity levels.
    Strived to uphold PayPal values through teamwork and effective project involvement.

Customer Complaints Insights & Outcomes Analyst

PayPal
06.2023 - 01.2024

Completed SLUDGE and UK FOS Reviews monthly, escalating identified gaps for improvement.

Conducted biweekly data reviews and presentations for Business Case Studies.

Compiled comprehensive case studies with remediation recommendations focusing on customer experience.

Tracked escalated feedback to report resolutions and insights to ESVP.

Identified end-to-end customer journeys to highlight gaps and suggest remediation actions.

Participated in All Hands and Monthly Business Reviews, presenting findings on themes and trends.

Provided mentoring support through tailored development plans in collaboration with team leaders.

Ensured timely buddy reviews for new hires, addressing training gaps through feedback.

Merchant Support

PayPal
01.2018 - 02.2021
  • Resolved complex merchant account issues through detailed explanations and effective solutions.
    Completed all Compliance Limitations, including KYB and KYC processes, ensuring regulatory adherence.
    Mentored new hires and supported colleagues in Merchant Support to enhance team performance.
    Conducted regular outreach on PCI Compliance, PayPal Giving Fund, and escalated merchant accounts.
    Served as primary contact for UK market's PayPal Working Capital, improving service efficiency.
    Managed ticket responses while collaborating with US back office to resolve customer issues.
    Created Jiras to track and escalate problems encountered by customers, ensuring timely resolutions.

UK Account Specialist

PayPal
10.2014 - 12.2017
  • Assisted customers with issues related to PayPal accounts as an account specialist.
    Organised Team Learning Sessions to promote knowledge sharing within the department.
    Presented training sessions to enhance team capabilities and foster engagement.
    Led a team as Contingency Team Leader for UK Limitations, coaching new hires effectively.
    Conducted one-on-one sessions, facilitating improvement for new team members.
    I was upskilled to looking at Buyer and Seller risk. This allowed me to review accounts for Buyer and Seller risk, identifying fraudulent activities.
    Received positive feedback for performance and contributions during tenure in role.

Education

BA (Hons) - Accounting and Finance

Dundalk Institute of Technology
/2010 - /2014

Secondary - undefined

St. Joseph’s C.B.S. school
01.2004 - 01.2010

Skills

  • Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint


Personal Information

Date of birth: 01/28/92

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Customer Complaints Insights & Outcomes Analyst

PayPal
06.2023 - 01.2024

Executive Escalations Specialist

PayPal
03.2021 - Current

Merchant Support

PayPal
01.2018 - 02.2021

UK Account Specialist

PayPal
10.2014 - 12.2017

Secondary - undefined

St. Joseph’s C.B.S. school
01.2004 - 01.2010

BA (Hons) - Accounting and Finance

Dundalk Institute of Technology
/2010 - /2014
Keith McCarthy