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Newmarket, Auckland

Westgate Business Centre, Massey, Auckland

Newmarket, Auckland, New Zealand

Develop & maintain operational controls and risk management strategies and measurements.Monitor Invoice Finance facility performance.Provide timely risk reports identifying any associated risks with mitigating remedial actions.Establish a nationwide call cycle for client visits and complete facility reviews in agreed timeframes.

Assigned a specific portfolio of at risk clients. The portfolio required close management and a proactive approach to reduce the overall risk to the company and change client behaviour. I have been successful in reducing the size of the asset management portfolio. With a reduced workload I acquired the Wellington portfolio, thereby expanding my client base and referral network and utilising my sales skills with an emphasis on generating new business.

Relationship management of the Auckland portfolio, including at risk clients. Protected the company position by providing a proactive approach to all asset management issues with appropriate exit stategies, including security repossession and legal actions.

Part of the Business Banking team that managed a sizable client portfolio. Responsibilities included maintaining a strong relationship with all clients and achieving all set company sales goals.