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Serena Walsh

Tymon South

Summary

Detail-orientated and highly organised Team Leader, with over 5 years experience in Light Commercial Van Insurance. Specialising in customer service and administration operations. Adept at leading and mentoring staff, optimizing workflows, and enhancing team productivity.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Promoted to Team Leader

City Financial Marketing Group
11.2024 - Current
  • Lead and manage a team of 10+ Customer Service Representatives, ensuring high performance and adherence to company policies.
  • Handle formal complaints and manager call back requests, providing prompt and effective resolutions.
  • Oversee the interviewing, hiring, training and mentoring of staff, providing guidance and fostering a productive team environment.
  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
  • Increased customer satisfaction ratings by closely monitoring service quality standards and addressing any issues promptly.
  • Motivated team members to surpass their targets, recognizing and rewarding their achievements.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient task delegation and regular performance evaluations.

Administration & Customer Service Executive

City Financial Marketing Group
08.2019 - Current
  • Managed high call volumes while providing exceptional customer support and maintaining professional composure.
  • Liaise with insurance companies regarding quotations, mid-term adjustments, and client queries.
  • Built and maintained strong client relationships, by providing excellent level of service and ensuring customer satisfaction leading to repeat business and referrals.
  • Identified upselling opportunities to increase revenue generation.
  • Proactively follow up with clients to obtain required documents for audits within deadlines.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Mentored new hires as they navigated our systems and protocols.
  • Ensure compliance with GDPR, Data Protection, and Central Bank of Ireland regulations

Education

APA (Accredited Product Advisor) Qualified

QQI Level 4 in Graphic Design

Skills

Technical & IT Skills

  • Proficient in Applied; Relay and Full Cycle EDI
  • Microsoft Office; Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Data entry and electronic document filing

Customer Service & Administration

  • Excellent at problem-solving, multitasking and time management
  • Ability to handle high pressure situations and meet strict deadlines in a fast pace environment
  • Highly organised and strict attention to detail

Leadership & Team Management

  • Ability to train and mentor staff, fostering a productive and motivated work environment
  • Experienced in monitoring performance and team development
  • Adept in conflict resolution and dealing with complaints, ensuring fair and professional outcomes

Timeline

Promoted to Team Leader

City Financial Marketing Group
11.2024 - Current

Administration & Customer Service Executive

City Financial Marketing Group
08.2019 - Current

APA (Accredited Product Advisor) Qualified

QQI Level 4 in Graphic Design
Serena Walsh