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laura chandler

Bridgnorth,Shropshire

Summary

I am dedicated customer care colleague with 20 years years of customer service experience within dynamic, fast-paced banking environment. I have excellent interpersonal skills, along with being polite and professional, which aid positive professional relationships for guaranteed customer satisfaction. I am highly experienced in resolving customer complaints within company guidelines and using own initiative. I am experienced in dealing with face to face interactions as well as those over the telephone with people and departments, both internal and external to the organisation.

I am an enthusiastic and engaged team player who strives to build good working relationships and share my knowledge where appropriate. I am well organised, punctual, dedicated to my role and strive to exceed expectations. I have a willingness to learn new things and work on self development.

I am a compassionate individual, who uses appropriate questioning to establish a good rapport with people. This not only builds trust but it also ensures clear communication.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
24
24
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Customer Care Colleague

Barclays Bank UK PLC
Bridgnorth/Telford, Shropshire
2014.09 - Current
  • Supervised employees and assessed performances to determine training needs and define accurate plans for decreasing process lags.
  • Collaborated with staff members to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates.
  • Reviewed repeated issues within operations and business management to solve problems and improve company outcomes.
  • Used excellent telephone manner to optimise customer experience
  • Resolved complaints by ensuring appropriate and timely compensation, boosting customer satisfaction levels.
  • Handled customer support queries daily.
  • Drove customer retention, building engaging relationships through every interaction.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives, collecting customer feedback to inform future business processes.
  • Employed active listening and communication skills to handle escalated and complex calls.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
  • Met all customer call guidelines for service levels and handle time.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution by implementing protocols and investigating issues through completion.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Liaised between customers and internal departments to address and resolve customer service concerns.
  • Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.
  • Adhered to all confidentiality requirements at all times.
  • Promptly responded to inquiries and requests.

Personal Banker

Barclays Bank uk PLC
Bridgnorth/West Midlands, West Midlands
2006.05 - 2014.09
  • Maintained existing client relationships to drive product sales.
  • Supported clients in setting clear financial goals with plans to achieve them.
  • Researched financial products thoroughly to provide thorough, reliable client guidance.
  • Built and carefully managed loyal, profitable client bases.
  • Translated financial jargon for complete client understanding.
  • Advised clients on relevant insurance requirements
  • Assessed clients' financial requirements to devise bespoke lending plans.
  • Updated clients on new financial products for improved investment possibilities.
  • Promoted new financial products.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of legislation and policy changes.

Cashier

Barclays Bank UK PLC
Bridgnorth, Shropshire
2003.10 - 2006.05
  • Processed sales, exchange and refund transactions efficiently to reduce customer waiting times.
  • Operated cash registers with proficiency during high-volume shopping times, reducing customer queues.
  • Performed accurate cash counts at Branch opening and closing.
  • Displayed and restocked merchandise by following brand guidelines.
  • Delivered outstanding customer care with proactive sales and listening skills.
  • Handled diverse customer queries, providing accurate store, product and service information.
  • Completed opening and closing procedures each day.
  • Processed cash, cheque, credit and debit payments accurately and efficiently, minimising till discrepancies.
  • Handled cash and card payments with precision, maintaining customer confidentiality and discretion throughout.

Education

A-Levels - History

BRIDGNORTH ENDOWED SCHOOL
Bridgnorth, Shropshire
2001.09 - 2003.07

A-Levels - GEOGRAPHY

Bridgnorth Endowed School
Bridgnorth
2001.09 - 2003.07

GNVQ - Health and Social care

Bridgnorth Endowed School
2001.09 - 2003.07

AS LEVEL - Sociology

Bridgnorth Endowed School
Bridgnorth
2001.09 - 2002.07

GCSEs - English-Speaking and Writing

Bridgnorth Endowed School
1999.09 - 2001.06

GCSEs - English Literature

Bridgnorth Endowed School
1999.09 - 2001.06

GCSEs - Mathematics

Bridgnorth Endowed School
1999.09 - 2001.06

Science-Double award

Bridgnorth Endowed School
1999.09 - 2001.06

GCSEs - Science-Double Award

Bridgnorth Endowed School
1999.09 - 2001.06

GCSEs - Business Studies

Bridgnorth Endowed School
1999.09 - 2001.06

GCSEs - Design and Technology

Bridgnorth Endowed School
1999.09 - 2001.06

GCSEs - German

Bridgnorth Endowed
Bridgnorth, Shropshire
1999.09 - 2001.06

GCSEs - History

Bridgnorth Endowed School
Bridgnorth
1999.09 - 2001.06

GCSEs - Geography

Bridgnorth Endowed School
Bridgnorth
1999.09 - 2001.06

Skills

  • GDPR knowledge
  • Excellent telephone manner
  • Team player
  • Excellent communicator
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Customer demographics understanding
  • Operational improvement
  • Motivated
  • Customer confidentiality
  • Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regulatory requirements
  • Financial planning
  • Loan documentation

Timeline

Customer Care Colleague

Barclays Bank UK PLC
2014.09 - Current

Personal Banker

Barclays Bank uk PLC
2006.05 - 2014.09

Cashier

Barclays Bank UK PLC
2003.10 - 2006.05

A-Levels - History

BRIDGNORTH ENDOWED SCHOOL
2001.09 - 2003.07

A-Levels - GEOGRAPHY

Bridgnorth Endowed School
2001.09 - 2003.07

GNVQ - Health and Social care

Bridgnorth Endowed School
2001.09 - 2003.07

AS LEVEL - Sociology

Bridgnorth Endowed School
2001.09 - 2002.07

GCSEs - English-Speaking and Writing

Bridgnorth Endowed School
1999.09 - 2001.06

GCSEs - English Literature

Bridgnorth Endowed School
1999.09 - 2001.06

GCSEs - Mathematics

Bridgnorth Endowed School
1999.09 - 2001.06

Science-Double award

Bridgnorth Endowed School
1999.09 - 2001.06

GCSEs - Science-Double Award

Bridgnorth Endowed School
1999.09 - 2001.06

GCSEs - Business Studies

Bridgnorth Endowed School
1999.09 - 2001.06

GCSEs - Design and Technology

Bridgnorth Endowed School
1999.09 - 2001.06

GCSEs - German

Bridgnorth Endowed
1999.09 - 2001.06

GCSEs - History

Bridgnorth Endowed School
1999.09 - 2001.06

GCSEs - Geography

Bridgnorth Endowed School
1999.09 - 2001.06
laura chandler