Dynamic credit collections professional with a proven track record at HSBC Bank and DBS Bank, excelling in customer service and negotiation. Skilled in credit assessment, I consistently achieved high recovery rates while fostering strong Customer relationships. Known for meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and tailored solutions.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Conversational Banking Officer (Live Chat)
HSBC Bank
09.2022 - Current
Responded to Customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
Optimized internal workflows to expedite incident escalations, leading to faster problem-solving efforts from specialized teams.
Tracked and documented Customer interactions in Customer relationship management system to maintain accurate records.
Managed high-priority tickets with professionalism, ensuring timely resolutions while maintaining excellent rapport with Customers.
Enhanced user experience by providing comprehensive troubleshooting guidance for various software i.e mobile and banking app.
Improved Customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving issues swiftly and efficiently.
Resolved complex customer issues, ensuring high satisfaction rates with personalized support solutions.
Acted as liaison between support team and other departments to ensure unified approach to customer satisfaction.
Played key role in achieving industry-leading Customer Service ratings by consistently delivering beyond expectations.
Improved customer retention with empathetic and efficient handling of support cases.
Credit Collections Analyst
HSBC Bank
07.2019 - 09.2022
Called Customers by telephone to collect past due invoices, verify accuracy of charges or to correct account errors.
Improved Customer payment behavior with consistent follow-ups and negotiation tactics.
Developed strong working relationships with Customers that facilitated open communication channels during sensitive financial negotiations.
Negotiated favorable terms for repayment plans that balanced both client needs and protection of company interests.
Achieved high recovery rates by executing well-structured collection plans tailored to individual clients'' needs.
Credit Collections Specialist
DBS Bank
04.2018 - 06.2019
Reduced delinquency rates by implementing effective collections strategies and maintaining consistent communication with debtors.
Created and maintained databases on activity conducted in accounts.
Maintained strict adherence to regulatory compliance requirements as they pertained to credit collections activities, ensuring all actions taken were within legal bounds.
Exceeded personal collection targets consistently while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction throughout challenging negotiations.
Documented collection procedures and policies to comply with government regulations.
Analyzed customer financial records to determine appropriate payment plan.
Entered client details and notes into system for interdepartmental access and review.
Listened to customers and negotiated solutions that met debtor needs.
Credit Collections Manager
Credit Management Consultancy (Asia) Pte Ltd
04.2001 - 12.2017
Trained and mentored new team members on best practices in credit collections management.
Periodic planning and forecasting activities to estimate collection revenue.
Conducted interviews for in-house and outsourced candidates for clients in the banking industry.
Optimized workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing processes and implementing appropriate improvements where needed.
Enhanced revenue recovery by implementing effective credit collections strategies.
Presented regular reports on departmental performance, providing key insights into areas requiring further attention or action(s).
Managed a team of 10 Field Agent Specialists.
Managing Aspect Predictive Dialer.
Undertake quality call coaching and call-sampling for evaluation of team members.
Education
Certificate of Office Skills -
ITE College Central (Bishan)
Skills
Credit assessment and collections
Verbal and written communication
Teamwork
Customer Service-oriented
Meticulous attention to detail
Attention to detail
Willing to learn
Certification
Accounts Receivables Management Training - Managing Difficult Customers