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Farzana Alam

@farzanaalam

Accomplished financial services professional with over 7 years of experience.

Australia

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers growth opportunities, a collaborative culture, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in financial planning and client services.

I am an accomplished and result-oriented professional with over 7 years of experience in the financial services sector. My background encompasses processing discharges and variations of home loans, financial planning with a specialization in superannuation and retirement, as well as insurance, sales, and customer service. I consistently meet deadlines and strive to deliver high-quality results in every role I undertake.

Throughout my career, I have held various positions that have honed my skills in market analysis, corporate communications, and wealth management. My experience includes working as a Service Consultant at Avant Mutual Group, where I handled insurance quotations and provided general insurance advice. Additionally, I have optimized e-commerce operations as a Store Manager at Oz-Max & Hammer-Tech, driving online traffic and enhancing engagement through effective strategies.

I am currently pursuing an Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning while holding a Tier 2 General Advice General Insurance qualification. My commitment to continuous learning and professional development drives me to seek opportunities that allow me to leverage my skills and contribute to organizational success.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

AG

Service Consultant

Avant Mutual Group

Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Handled insurance quotations, new business, and renewals, ensuring adequate policy coverage. Updated internal systems and client portals while providing general insurance advice to clients.

OH

Store Manager

Oz-Max & Hammer-Tech

Sep 2017 - Present (7 years 9 months)

Optimized e-commerce operations to maximize profit and strategized plans to drive online traffic and boost sales. Managed the online product catalogue, designed and managed the Shopify website, and liaised with suppliers.

SB

Paraplanner

Stanford Brown

Nov 2016 - Present (8 years 7 months)

Prepared and wrote accurate and comprehensive Statements of Advice (SOA), including projections and modelling. Undertook research independently and with Financial Planners to identify suitable solutions for client needs.

IL

Client Relationship Manager

Ipac Securities Limited

Aug 2015 - Present (9 years 10 months)

Supported Financial Planners by preparing plans, organizing client meetings, and implementing recommended advice. Identified revenue generation opportunities and maintained accurate client details, notes, and investment portfolios.

SS

Client Services Officer

State Super Financial Services

Jul 2014 - Present (10 years 11 months)

Provided high-quality administration and support to two Senior Advisers, including reporting and maintaining client information on the database. Made outbound calls to prospective clients to book appointments and responded to all client inquiries.

US

Process Analyst

Unisys Credit Services

Oct 2012 - Present (12 years 8 months)

Assisted in processing loans, settlements, and general administration for the Lending Department of Rams Home Loans. Prepared discharge of mortgage documents and final payout figures, liaising with various parties for smooth loan settlements.

US

Client Services Officer - Resolutions

Unisys Credit Services

May 2011 - Present (14 years 1 month)

Answered escalated calls from the inbound contact center and processed all new Construction Loans. Managed all valuations for both the Credit and Construction Teams, assisting credit managers with post-settlement loans.

US

Customer Service Representative

Unisys Credit Services

Jul 2010 - Present (14 years 11 months)

Answered a high volume of phone calls, averaging between 80-120 per day. Made changes to customer accounts, such as repayment amounts and frequency, and assisted customers with their home loan inquiries.

SE

Customer Service Representative

Samsung Electronics

Jan 2010 - Present (15 years 5 months)

Handled escalated complaint calls, communicating with retailers, service centers, and customers to find suitable resolutions. Liaised effectively with both customers and colleagues at all levels of seniority and other internal departments.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Kaplan Professional logoKP

Kaplan Professional

Advanced Diploma, Financial Planning

Currently pursuing an Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning to further enhance expertise in the financial services sector. This program focuses on advanced concepts and strategies in financial planning.

TAFE NSW logoTN

TAFE NSW

Diploma, Financial Planning

Obtained a Diploma in Financial Planning, covering essential aspects of financial advice and planning. This qualification is compliant with RG146 standards.

CS

Carrick Institute of Education, Sydney

Advanced Diploma, Hospitality Management

Completed an Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management. The program provided comprehensive knowledge and skills in managing hospitality operations.

Kaplan Professional logoKP

Kaplan Professional

Tier 2 General Advice, General Insurance

Completed training for Tier 2 General Advice in General Insurance. This qualification enables the provision of general advice on insurance products.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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