Laura Ayim
@lauraayim
Accomplished professional in business development and finance management.
What I'm looking for
I am an accomplished professional with extensive experience in managing and administrating business and finance. My focus has always been on achieving corporate goals and objectives, leveraging my advanced expertise in relationship management across commercial, SME, and retail markets. I pride myself on building stronger business relationships that lead to higher productivity outcomes.
Throughout my career, I have successfully managed operations and business development initiatives, resulting in winning brand positioning strategies. At Unique Oil Company Limited, I increased sales by 30% in 2023 through upgraded customer systems, demonstrating my ability to identify target markets and develop new business opportunities. My experience at Guaranty Trust Bank has equipped me with the skills to enhance customer intimacy and manage relationships effectively, contributing significantly to revenue generation.
I am organized, reliable, and adept at managing multiple priorities, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and policies. My commitment to process improvement and quality control has consistently driven success in my roles, and I am eager to bring this expertise to new challenges.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
General Services Manager
Unique Oil Company Limited
Sep 2019 - Present (5 years 9 months)
Managed business development and general operations, focusing on market research, budgeting, procurement, and customer relationship management. Increased sales by 30% in 2023 through improved customer systems.
Relationship Manager, SME and Commercial
Guaranty Trust Bank Ghana, Limited
Jan 2017 - Jul 2018 (1 year 6 months)
Prospected for customers and managed relationships to enhance intimacy and revenue generation. Contributed to budget development and resolved customer issues effectively.
Group Head, Retail
Guaranty Trust Bank Ghana, Limited
Apr 2015 - Dec 2016 (1 year 8 months)
Reviewed and approved service proposals and credit facilities while monitoring group performance and budgets to achieve targets.
Relationship Manager, Retail
Guaranty Trust Bank Ghana, Limited
Jul 2013 - Mar 2015 (1 year 8 months)
Managed customer relationships and resolved inquiries to enhance satisfaction, achieving 90% of the budgeted profit before tax in 2014.
Executive, Systems and Control
Guaranty Trust Bank Ghana, Limited
Feb 2007 - Jun 2013 (6 years 4 months)
Conducted audits and inspections to ensure compliance, introduced new methods to improve efficiency, and managed fraud investigations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Central University
Master of Business Administration, Finance
2011 - 2013
Completed a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Finance, equipping with advanced knowledge and skills in financial management and strategic decision-making.
Methodist University College
Bachelor of Business Administration, Banking and Finance
2000 - 2004
Earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Banking and Finance, providing a solid foundation in financial principles and banking operations.
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