George Akiode
@georgeakiode
Customer service professional with a strong background in sales.
What I'm looking for
My name is George Olabode Akiode, and I am passionate about sales, customer service, and telemarketing. I believe in the principle that hard work leads to success, which has driven me to achieve my goals in various professional roles. I thrive in customer service environments, where I can utilize my skills to break barriers and enhance customer experiences.
Throughout my career, I have gained extensive experience in customer service, working in roles such as Student Finance Contact Agent and Customer Service Advisor. My time at Teleperformance UK allowed me to excel in various capacities, including quality analyst and trainer, where I consistently achieved top performance ratings. I take pride in my ability to empathize with customers, resolve conflicts, and communicate effectively, ensuring that every interaction is positive and productive.
With a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Accounting and Finance from Nottingham Trent University, I have a solid educational foundation that complements my practical experience. I am eager to continue growing in a dynamic environment where I can contribute to team success and enhance customer satisfaction.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Student Finance Contact Agent
Teleperformance UK
Apr 2024 - May 2025 (1 year 1 month)
Served as a Student Finance Contact Agent, addressing customer queries and providing resolutions using comprehensive information on common student and sponsor issues. Held multiple roles including quality analyst, customer service advisor, trainer, and Zendesk advisor, consistently achieving the highest performance ratings.
Customer Service Advisor
Firstsource Solutions UK LTD
Aug 2023 - Mar 2024 (7 months)
Worked as a full-time Customer Service Advisor, handling online banking inquiries and assisting customers with account access and stolen card reports. Collaborated with the team to reduce online banking issues by 30% through clear instructions and effective problem resolution.
Inbound Call Centre Agent
Tulipa Recruitment at Capita
Mar 2023 - Jul 2023 (4 months)
Functioned as an Inbound Call Centre Agent, receiving calls from primary schools, parents, local authorities, and markers regarding SAT's and KS1 exams. Directed callers to appropriate information and resolved queries or complaints efficiently.
Call Centre Advisor
Post Office
Aug 2022 - Feb 2023 (6 months)
Provided exceptional customer service as a Call Centre Advisor, assisting multiple branches and postmasters with their queries. Escalated unresolved issues via phone, email, and web chat, while maintaining high levels of attentiveness to meet performance goals.
Sales Development Representative
Randstad
Jul 2021 - Jul 2022 (1 year)
Oversaw operations as a Sales Development Representative, managing delivery times and liaising with businesses on contracts and product distribution. Devised a system to filter priority calls, increasing sales turnover and mitigating overall business overheads.
Hotel Receptionist
Travelodge
Mar 2021 - Jul 2021 (4 months)
Delivered excellent customer service as a Hotel Receptionist, providing tours and introducing guests to concierges to ensure their comfort. Managed guest inquiries and facilitated a welcoming environment for all lodgers.
Customer Assistant
Ikea
Sep 2019 - Feb 2020 (5 months)
Assisted customers as a Customer Assistant, providing guidance within specific departments, answering inquiries, and directing them to desired products. Verified product stock availability to ensure customer satisfaction.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Harris Academy Chafford Hundred
A-Levels, Economics, Business Studies, Sociology
Completed A-Levels in Economics, Business Studies, and Sociology, building a strong foundation in these subjects.
Harris Academy Chafford Hundred
GCSEs, Multiple Subjects
Achieved passes in English, Maths, Science, PE, Psychology, Geography, French, Sociology, and Art, demonstrating a broad academic background.
Nottingham Trent University
Bachelor of Arts, Business Management and Accounting and Finance
Grade: 2:1
Graduated with a 2:1 in Business Management and Accounting and Finance, gaining comprehensive knowledge in business operations and financial principles.
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