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SEMA AKHTAR

Leeds,West Yorkshire

Summary

Adaptable and motivated professional with over five years’ experience across insurance, customer service and administration, skilled in claims handling, fraud prevention awareness and risk management through roles in insurance and financial services, with a proven ability to analyse information, investigate discrepancies and resolve issues with accuracy and integrity, recognised for excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication and attention to detail, thriving in fast-paced environments where meeting deadlines and ensuring compliance are essential, now seeking to apply analytical expertise and client-focused skills to a Fraud Analyst position.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2024
2024
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Claims Adjuster

QBE
08.2023 - 09.2025
  • Manage and process insurance claims efficiently from start to settlement.
  • Handle broker calls and resolve enquiries with professionalism.
  • Assess and verify claims, ensuring compliance with company policies.
  • Authorise and process payments in line with agreed terms.
  • Investigate and resolve property damage claims while maintaining service standards.

Customer Service Assistant

Marks & Spencer
Leeds
11.2017 - 09.2025
  • Deliver excellent customer service across tills, sales, and online orders.
  • Handle cash, process card payments, and promote store credit card.
  • Support stock management, click & collect, and in-store promotions.
  • Resolve customer queries and complaints efficiently.

Cover teacher

Principal Trust
Leeds, West Yorkshire
09.2021 - 05.2023

Cover Teacher (During University Studies 2021-2023 Various Schools, Yorkshire |

  • Delivered lessons across multiple subjects, ensuring continuity of learning in the absence of the regular teacher.
  • Adapted quickly to different classroom environments, managing diverse groups of students from primary to secondary levels.
  • Maintained a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere, encouraging student engagement and participation.
  • Followed lesson plans where available and created tailored activities to support student learning when required.
  • Monitored student behaviour, applied school policies, and provided constructive feedback to support progress.
  • Communicated effectively with school staff and parents to ensure smooth transitions and consistent learning outcomes.

Administrator

Gradham Solicitors
Leeds
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Managed phone calls, emails, and correspondence with clients.
  • Forwarded enquiries to the appropriate departments.
  • Handled confidential client concerns and complaints.

Sortation Associate

Amazon
Leeds
10.2020 - 12.2020
  • Processed, packed, and loaded customer orders.
  • Managed flow of goods and ensured timely dispatch.

Patient Advisor

Track and Trace
05.2020 - 09.2020
  • Supported patients by providing clear advice and solutions.
  • Navigated systems to log and resolve cases.
  • Completed CBT training and security compliance tests.

Education

BA (Hons) Primary Education -

Leeds Beckett University

Sociology, Education, English Language (C)

Leeds City College

7 GCSEs including Maths, English & Science - undefined

Allerton Grange High School

Skills

  • Claims investigation & settlement
  • Risk assessment & fraud awareness
  • Data analysis & reporting
  • Attention to detail & compliance
  • Customer and broker communication
  • Problem solving & conflict resolution
  • Handling sensitive and confidential information
  • Cash handling & till operations
  • IT literacy (MS Office, CRM systems, online platforms)

Timeline

Claims Adjuster

QBE
08.2023 - 09.2025

Cover teacher

Principal Trust
09.2021 - 05.2023

Administrator

Gradham Solicitors
01.2021 - 07.2021

Sortation Associate

Amazon
10.2020 - 12.2020

Patient Advisor

Track and Trace
05.2020 - 09.2020

Customer Service Assistant

Marks & Spencer
11.2017 - 09.2025

Sociology, Education, English Language (C)

Leeds City College

7 GCSEs including Maths, English & Science - undefined

Allerton Grange High School

BA (Hons) Primary Education -

Leeds Beckett University
SEMA AKHTAR