Professional Profile Thu is a highly skilled analyst and manager with over ten years experience in customer contact and five years in personnel management. Focused on the financial services sector, most recently in superannuation, Thu has a proven record of successfully delivering a broad range of initiatives including team, performance and change management, training, business process optimization, system migration, vendor management and outsourcing. With the capacity to build and manage complex relationships Thu has successfully managed and motivated teams of up to 12 people by delegating and scheduling tasks appropriately. Highly proactive and driven, and with an attention to detail, Thu has a demonstrated history of identifying and monetising business opportunities. Always with the customers end goal in mind, and with the ability to multi-task, Thu works well under pressure and is able to prioritise and delegate as required to meet deadlines. Thu has lived and worked overseas in Toronto, Canada, working in both the finance/banking and retail industries. Thu has recently completed her first year of teaching after attaining her Bachelor of Education (Primary) from Deakin University whilst raising her two children and is looking to continue her teaching career with the right school. Education / Training 2009-2013 Deakin University Melbourne, Australia Bachelor of Education (Primary) with Distinction 2007 Holmesglen College of TAFE Melbourne, Australia Business Analysis Fundamentals 2006 The Maura Fay Group Melbourne, Australia Leadership Fundamentals for Managers 2004 CC Learning Melbourne, Australia Certificate IV Frontline Management Certificate IV Customer Contact 2003 Blackdot Consulting Sydney, Australia Leading Teams 2003 Syngery Group Melbourne, Australia Preparing for Change Leading Change 2002 CC Learning Melbourne, Australia Conflict Resolution 1993 Mac.Robertson Girls High School Melbourne, Australia Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Skills Matrix Low Medium High Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher) Facilitation of Workshops / Meetings Interviewing Managing Teams / Developing People Maturity, Poise and Judgement Oral / Presentation People Skills Process Mapping Professional Attitude Working with Client Teams Written (Text / Visual) Thu Pham Resume Address: Box Hill, VIC, 3128 Mobile: 0413 682 616 Email: mspham0@gmail.com
Professional Experience Alcock, Thomson & Taylor Pty Ltd Aug 2007 Aug 2008 Office Administrator Melbourne, Australia Distribution of all incoming telephone calls & correspondence Processing of all office paperwork including quotes, sales invoices, quality control sheets and factory correspondence Management of the Accounts Payable, including processing of invoices and cheques in MYOB Acting as a Personal Assistant to the Managing Director All other duties and projects as required Superpartners Pty Ltd Jun 2006 Dec 2006 Team Leader Administration HOSTPLUS Fund Team Melbourne, Australia Allocation and co-ordination of workflow to achieve the teams objectives Preparation and analysis of reports data to set and achieve team goals Development of superior levels of fund knowledge Delivery of improved levels of customer service and contracted services by innovation and use of best practice processes Provision of leadership to staff to build a committed, motivated and enthusiastic team to deliver excellent service to members, employers and clients Foster an environment where team members will initiate process improvement Promotion of a commitment to Superpartners Vision and Values Diners Club Australia May 2005 May 2006 National Support Manager Corporate Sales Melbourne, Australia Management of the Corporate Sales Teams back office support functions to achieve agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Management of the Key Accounts Customer Service Team responsible for the provision of end to end service to key strategic corporate accounts Management of the Corporate Solutions Team responsible for system/product implementation and portfolio management Management and co-ordination of workflow, ensuring all operational processes maximise efficiency and adhere to quality standards and agreed KPIs Responsible for Change and Performance Management of direct reports and providing motivation, encouragement and training as required Development and maintenance of implementation plans with a view to continual process improvement Development and maintenance of training programs for the Corporate Sales Team including maintenance of training records Development and maintenance of key strategic relationships within the private and government sector Leading the Corporate Solutions Teams activities to implement Diners Clubs second largest corporate account the NSW State Government May 2002 May 2005 Customer Service Team Leader Melbourne, Australia Responsible for the achievement of key Customer Service Performance standards for the Customer Service Team Development and refinement of Customer Service Rewards and Recognition Program Performance Management of Team including Monthly Goal Reviews, On-going coaching and training and regular team meetings to provide feedback and development opportunities Responsible for the communication, implementation and management of change programs Managing the Quality Program for the Customer Service Team including monitoring, identifying and designing training requirements Responding to escalations and complaints addressed to the Managing Director both in writing and verbally Responsible for recruitment, orientation and training of new Customer Service Officers Thu Pham Resume Address: Box Hill, VIC, 3128 Mobile: 0413 682 616 Email: mspham0@gmail.com
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ANZ Global Cards Nov 2001 May 2002 Fraud Analyst, Falcon Fraud Team Melbourne, Australia Assessment and processing of potentially fraudulent transactions through the ANZs neural fraud monitoring system Falcon Co-ordination of resources to efficiently complete backlog of claims Training, orientation and support of other ANZ Fraud Management staff Satisfying both internal and external inquiries regarding the claims process and/or individual claims Processing of skimmed credit card accounts Avec Plaisir Fine Lingerie Jun 2000 May 2001 Sales Representative Toronto, Canada Sale of high-end lingerie merchandise in an exclusive boutique Achievement of commission based sales targets Maintenance of inventory, including stock takes Liaising with suppliers in the ordering of new / existing stock Ensuring all accounts are processed and paid on time Providing customer service to existing and potential customers and suppliers Bank of Montreal Nov 1998 Nov 1999 Mbanx Manager Toronto, Canada Outbound calling to existing and potential Bank of Montreal customers for the purpose of marketing Bank of Montreal banking and credit products Achievement of individual KPI with respect to number of new sales contacts, etc. Responsible for timely response and conversion of internet-based inquiries regarding Bank of Montreal products and services Maintenance of the Banks exceptional reputation in all dealings with customers and prospective customers Provision of training and support to other Mbanx staff Diners Club Australia Sep 1996 Sep 1998 Customer Service Research Officer Melbourne, Australia Provision of investigative service to customers both verbally and through written correspondence Investigation and resolution of complex customer inquiries, problems and disputes Response and resolution of customer complaints Achievement of team and individual KPIs in respect to number of contacts completed, etc. Maintenance of team Key Performance Indicators through M.I.S. Provision of training and development for new team members Provision of guidance and support to existing team members Sep 1994 Sep 1996 Customer Service Officer Melbourne, Australia Conversion of inbound calls to satisfied Diners Club customers, including cardholders and merchants Achievement of individual and team call statistics including average speed of answer and total handling time Training and support of new team members Ensure the companys image is upheld at all times during communications with customers Jun 1994 Sep 1994 Mail Clerk Melbourne, Australia Opening, sorting and disbursement of all incoming mail for the Customer Service Team Faxing, photocopy and provision of stationary to the Customer Service Team Performance of administration duties and data entry upon request