Hamzah Zia - Senior Customer Complaints Co-ordinator - Walsall Council | Himalayas
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Hamzah Zia

@hamzahzia

Enthusiastic Customer Service and Complaint Officer with strong problem-solving skills.

United Kingdom

What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that values customer advocacy and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a dedicated Customer Service and Complaint Officer with extensive experience in sales, account management, and complaints handling. My journey in customer service has equipped me with the skills to provide superior service and resolve issues efficiently, always with a positive attitude. Currently, I serve as a Senior Customer Complaints Coordinator at Walsall Council, where I ensure a fair and empathetic complaints resolution service in line with local government standards.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated my ability to investigate complaints thoroughly, engage with stakeholders, and recommend service improvements that enhance customer satisfaction. I take pride in acting as a customer advocate, ensuring that concerns are addressed and systemic issues are escalated for resolution. My experience spans various roles, including working as a Complaints Officer and Customer Order Management, where I managed complex case loads and consistently met internal processing targets.

With a strong foundation in customer service, I am committed to promoting a positive work environment and supporting my colleagues. I am always looking for ways to improve processes and enhance the customer experience, making me a valuable asset to any team.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

WC
Current

Senior Customer Complaints Co-ordinator

Walsall Council

Mar 2025 - Present (3 months)

Provided a fair, empathetic, and compliant complaints resolution service in line with Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman standards. Investigated complaints thoroughly, engaged with stakeholders, identified root causes, and recommended service improvements to enhance customer satisfaction and reduce risk.

KP

ASK Admin

KPMG

Nov 2023 - May 2024 (6 months)

Made bookings on behalf of clients, including courier services, hot desks, and car parking. Organized business travel and accommodation, developing an understanding of KPMG's processes and procedures.

BC

Complaints Officer

Birmingham City Council

Aug 2023 - Nov 2023 (3 months)

Handled own caseloads using initiative and problem-solving skills to resolve complaints. Communicated with customers via email, letters, and phone calls.

OP

Customer Order Management

Openreach

Oct 2022 - Apr 2023 (6 months)

Managed customer queries via email and telephone, handling own caseloads to ensure efficient processes for each case. Managed highly complex caseloads and met internal order processing time targets by identifying process improvements.

E.

Energy Specialist

E.ON

Feb 2021 - Nov 2021 (9 months)

Sold multiple services and products to expand the business with both residential and business customers, generating leads and negotiating sales closures. Created personalized email formats and signposted customers to financial assistance.

AT

Call Handler

ABS Taxi

Oct 2019 - Mar 2025 (5 years 5 months)

Answered high volumes of calls, took bookings from cash and contract clients, and dispatched work through a computer system. Dealt with various paperwork and handled complaints via phone and email.

BT

Customer Service Advisor & Complaints

BT

Aug 2019 - Feb 2020 (6 months)

Upsold and cross-sold products, resolved technical issues with broadband, landline, email, and TV services, and booked engineers when needed. Achieved first-time resolutions for complaints and conducted investigations into cases.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

BU

Birmingham City University

BA, Architectural Design Technology

Studied Architectural Design Technology at Birmingham City University. Gained knowledge and skills in architectural design principles and technologies.

WC

Walsall College

Diploma, Applied Science

Completed a Diploma in Applied Science at Walsall College. Developed foundational knowledge in scientific principles and applications.

JC

Joseph Leckie Community Technology College

GCSEs/A-Levels, General Studies

Attended Joseph Leckie Community Technology College. Completed secondary education.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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