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Vitdusshan Geevakumar

London,Surrey

Summary

A highly motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service and driving sales. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can utilise my strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. My experience in customer-facing roles, combined with a proactive approach to sales, has equipped me with the ability to meet and exceed targets. I am eager to leverage my skills and learn new ones in the field of sales.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work history

Financial support advisor

Santander UK
Redhill, Surrey
06.2025 - Current

Handled inbound and outbound calls to customers in arrears, providing financial guidance and options.

  • Negotiated affordable payment plans while ensuring compliance with CONC and company policies.
  • Maintained professionalism and empathy during customer interactions, addressing complaints effectively.
  • Updated system records accurately, adhering to regulatory requirements.
  • Identified vulnerable customers, escalating cases to appropriate teams for further support.
  • Ensured compliance with Santander's risk policies and regulatory guidelines throughout operations.
  • Protected customer and company interests in alignment with Consumer Duty standards.
  • Utilised negotiation and persuasion skills to secure customer commitment and resolve queries.

Customer experience advisor

Santander
01.2022 - 09.2025
  • Build and maintain long-term customer relationships, fostering customer loyalty through proactive engagement across various communication channels, including phone and face-to-face.
  • Regularly refer customers to the Financial Planning Manager for tailored investment advice and insurance solutions.
  • Awarded Investment Champion of the Month for consistently delivering high-quality referrals that converted into customers investing in financial products.
  • Demonstrate and promote Santander’s product offerings, ensuring they align with customer needs and drive sales.
  • Handle cash deposits, withdrawals, and large money transfers while safeguarding against fraud and following all necessary protocols.
  • Collaborate with other departments to resolve complex customer queries and provide seamless service across all touchpoints.

Key Skills Developed:

  • Sales & Referral Expertise: Consistently converting referrals into customers investing in financial products, exceeding targets.
  • Attention to Detail: Ensuring secure handling of transactions, minimising fraud risk.
  • Team Collaboration: Building strong cross-department relationships to address customer needs and streamline processes.
  • Communication & Persuasion: Effectively conveying the benefits of financial products and services to customers, helping them make informed decisions.

Sales Colleague

Currys PC World
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Achieving store and individual targets on a daily/monthly basis
  • Closing sales by adapting to customer's needs and wants
  • Advertising promotions, explaining company policies
  • Help customers find the right product
  • Skills Developed: Product knowledge, Communication, Resilience

Private Tutor

01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Supporting students in preparation for SATs (Maths and English)
  • Skills Developed: Leadership, Organisation

Education

GCSEs - 5-6

Greenshaw High School
Sutton
09/2014 - 06/2019

A Levels - Business Studies C, Accounting D, Sociology C

Cheam High School
Sutton, Surrey
09/2019 - 06/2021

Skills

  • Customer Relationship Building: Developed long-lasting relationships at Santander and Currys, fostering loyalty and repeat business
  • Referral and Upselling: Consistently referred customers to financial products at Santander, converting referrals into investments
  • Achieving Sales Targets: Consistently met/exceeded targets at Currys PC World
  • Negotiation & Persuasion: Negotiated payment plans at Santander and promoted store credit cards at Currys
  • Product Knowledge: Provided tailored product recommendations at Currys, driving sales
  • Communication & Customer Interaction: Built rapport with customers across multiple channels to drive sales
  • Resilience: Met sales targets despite challenges and quieter periods
  • Attention to Detail: Ensured accurate transactions and customer needs were addressed at Santander, leading to sales opportunities

Custom

Fluent in Tamil and English, Physical activities such as swimming, going to the gym and boxing, Playing games such as chess, Listening to podcasts discussing the economy and successful business men and women, Spending time with family and friends

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Financial support advisor

Santander UK
06.2025 - Current

Customer experience advisor

Santander
01.2022 - 09.2025

Sales Colleague

Currys PC World
01.2021 - 01.2022

Private Tutor

01.2017 - 01.2018

GCSEs - 5-6

Greenshaw High School
09/2014 - 06/2019

A Levels - Business Studies C, Accounting D, Sociology C

Cheam High School
09/2019 - 06/2021
Vitdusshan Geevakumar