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Nigeria

 I direct, budget, plan, or implement policies, objectives, or activities of my organization or businesses to ensure continuing operations, to maximize returns on investments and increase productivity; at least to a 30% minimum average growth in revenue year on year. I perform data analysis and advise executive management on profit-maximizing ideas.  I am responsible for the financial health of my business unit / organization. I create financial reports, direct investment activities, and develop plans for the long-term financial goals of my organization.  I am directly involved in setting strategic priorities within a strategic plan that helps set company-wide goals and a group focus that enables us to achieve the most important tasks for a given period. I also create. objectives that help to ensure that we have the resources needed to meet our goals. I deputize for Head of Business Group, efficiently coordinating all group’s business activities. I am responsible for the evaluation of our product & processes on a daily basis, primarily for the purpose of determining its validity and authenticity, or to verify adherence to a set of pre-defined processes and also to determine its merit using a set of standards. Hence reducing infractions and error rates to near zero. I take responsibility for over 36,000 accounts under my purview for effective management by assigned officers as I deemed fit and also grow customer base with a minimum of 10% yearly. I manage and take responsibility of huge volume portfolios, facilitating & Co-ordinating commercial accounts with annual revenue in excess of $200m. I also mediate and facilitate offshore trade transactions for commercial clients. Overseeing multiple complex & high-volume transactions, review financial data to take quality decisions. I am directly responsible for talent hunt, performance review & management of my business unit. I train , lead and manage my team to optimize efficiency.

Nigeria

• Identified business opportunities and engaged clients to develop relationship and to educate prospects of value proposition of working with company.• Researched prospective accounts, identifying company services and market presence, and developed proactive plans to penetrate the accounts.• Developed strategic relationships with partners for joint pursuit of specific engagements.• Tracked new markets and recommended new products and services.• Increased company revenue by agreed percentage within the annually.• Projected sales and identified less profitable areas by closely monitoring operations.• Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.• Prepared budgets and approved budget expenditures.• Researched market trends and stayed current on customer preferences to better lead sales operations.• Reviewed operational records and reports to inform sales strategy.• Recommended strategies for helping clients improve their cash management, investment planning and other areas to achieve their financial goals.• Consistently prospected new leads and capitalized on business opportunities to increase the overall client base.• Maintained consistent contact with clients to quickly identify changes in their financial status and recommend new products.• Provided in-person and phone consultations to analyze and manage clients' assets and liabilities to enhance net worth.• Analyzed financial information obtained from clients to determine strategies for meeting clients' objectives.• Enforced adherence to industry rules and regulations throughout investment lifecycles.• Recommended tailored investments, trusts, and life insurance plans to address client needs.• Improved accuracy of financial forecast projections with new system implementation.• Supported complex financial and feasibility analysis of operational and capital funding plans

Delta State

• Identified business opportunities and engaged clients to develop relationship and to educate prospects of value proposition of working with company.• Researched prospective accounts, identifying company services and market presence, and developed proactive plans to penetrate the accounts.• Developed strategic relationships with partners for joint pursuit of specific engagements.• Tracked new markets and recommended new products and services.• Increased company revenue by agreed percentage within the annually.• Projected sales and identified less profitable areas by closely monitoring operations.• Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.• Prepared budgets and approved budget expenditures.• Researched market trends and stayed current on customer preferences to better lead sales operations.• Reviewed operational records and reports to inform sales strategy.• Recommended strategies for helping clients improve their cash management, investment planning and other areas to achieve their financial goals.• Consistently prospected new leads and capitalized on business opportunities to increase the overall client base.• Maintained consistent contact with clients to quickly identify changes in their financial status and recommend new products.• Provided in-person and phone consultations to analyze and manage clients' assets and liabilities to enhance net worth.• Analyzed financial information obtained from clients to determine strategies for meeting clients' objectives.• Enforced adherence to industry rules and regulations throughout investment lifecycles.• Recommended tailored investments, trusts, and life insurance plans to address client needs.• Improved accuracy of financial forecast projections with new system implementation.• Supported complex financial and feasibility analysis of operational and capital funding plans

Nigeria

• Reviewed branch processes, staff performance, and KPIs regularly to verify branch operations.• Implemented customized coaching and development plans to close employee knowledge gaps and build important skills in line with branch targets.• Worked with associates and communicated goals to ensure teamwork and collaboration.• Worked diligently to deepen relationships, acquire new clients, and enhance service delivery to drive portfolio growth.• Reviewed market conditions, competitor activities, and potential business risks to develop mitigation and improvement strategies.• Trained staff on new financial products and guided staff in upselling and cross-selling techniques.• Reviewed financials for customers to determine loan approvals and credit lines.• Planned and coordinated process improvements and new initiatives, including the introduction of new products and services.• Managed business plans, outlined policies, and coordinated resources to improve business operations and maximize utilization of personnel and materials resources.• Provided an active presence within the community by networking with organizations and building community relationships to generate new business.• Prepared detailed sales plans and set competitive goals for individual team production to consistently achieve business targets.• Implemented custody and control of assets processes for loan collateral and securities.• Used focused coaching and performance development strategies to improve team results and build success-oriented environment.• Mitigated risk for the institution by determining the risk posed by approving credit.• Established tracking systems and accountability standards to minimize employee errors.

Nigeria

• Reviewed branch processes, staff performance, and KPIs regularly to verify branch operations.• Implemented customized coaching and development plans to close employee knowledge gaps and build important skills in line with branch targets.• Worked with associates and communicated goals to ensure teamwork and collaboration.• Worked diligently to deepen relationships, acquire new clients, and enhance service delivery to drive portfolio growth.• Reviewed market conditions, competitor activities, and potential business risks to develop mitigation and improvement strategies.• Trained staff on new financial products and guided staff in upselling and cross-selling techniques.• Reviewed financials for customers to determine loan approvals and credit lines.• Planned and coordinated process improvements and new initiatives, including the introduction of new products and services.• Managed business plans, outlined policies, and coordinated resources to improve business operations and maximize utilization of personnel and materials resources.• Provided an active presence within the community by networking with organizations and building community relationships to generate new business.• Prepared detailed sales plans and set competitive goals for individual team production to consistently achieve business targets.• Implemented custody and control of assets processes for loan collateral and securities.• Used focused coaching and performance development strategies to improve team results and build success-oriented environment.• Mitigated risk for the institution by determining the risk posed by approving credit.• Established tracking systems and accountability standards to minimize employee errors.

Nigeria

• Meeting with clients interested in taking out a loan and providing them with the necessary information to start the loan application process.• Collecting the needed financial documentation and assessing the clients' creditworthiness.• Calculating and analyzing the risk ratios of clients based on their credit score and financial history.• Approving or denying loan requests, and communicating your decision to both clients and management.• Setting up payment plans for clients explaining monthly installment amounts, interest rates, and other costs.• Maintaining records of loan applications by using loan management software.• Managing loan renewals by organizing follow-up meetings with clients.• Monitoring the progress of the loan application process and relaying any hindrances to clients.• Ensuring that loan applications are in line with the company's financial policies, as well as state laws and regulations.

Nigeria

• Develop and implement standards for ensuring customer satisfaction, dependence, and product/service patronage• Direct and supervise the activities of customer relationship team to ensure they comply with acceptable standards• Utilize CRM tools in monitoring performance, managing pipeline reports and identifying new business opportunities• Collaborate with marketing/sales staff to develop personalized approach to product sales and marketing• Contact clients via calls, emails, or meetings to ensure they are satisfied with purchased products/services• Utilize online social media platforms to engage their customers and provide quick assistance and resolution of client problems• Conduct effective surveys to discover the public perception and customer opinion regarding a product, brand, or service• Communicate with clients to identify their requirements and make appropriate adjustments necessary for meeting client needs• Establish work objectives and implement strategies effective for realizing set goals• Ensure customers receive value for products purchased by facilitating a consumer-focused organizational structure• Organize campaigns to create product awareness, increase customer base and generate returns• Carry out research to discover new techniques for customer relationship management• Travel to various locations to solidify the relationship between a company and its client• Keep record of all customer information, requirements, and preferences• Analyze customer behavior using data mining tools in spreadsheet programs• Follow up on customers to ensure they are satisfied with product/service received.

Mba, Mini Mba

Executive Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

Diploma, Banking, Diploma

Master'S Degree, Energy & Petroleum Economics

Master of Energy & Petroleum Economics

Master'S Degree, Energy & Petroleum Economics

Bachelor'S Degree, Geology/Earth Science, General

Bachelor'S Degree, Geology/Earth Science, General, Second Class Upper Degree