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Padmaja Neelam

Schofields

Summary

Empathetic professional in customer service known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in conflict resolution, data entry, and customer relationship management. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring positive experiences and outcomes for customers.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Client Service Officer

Homes NSW
Parramatta
07.2024 - Current

Client Service and Support:

  • Conducted regular in-home visits to clients, providing personalized support and guidance.
  • Managed client interactions via counter, phone, and online channels, ensuring timely and effective issue resolution.

Application and Inquiry Management:

  • Processed and assessed applications and inquiries in accordance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve key performance indicators (KPIs), and ensure sustainable tenancies.

Administrative and technical expertise:

  • Utilized technologies such as iPads, online phone systems, and digital forms to streamline processes and enhance the client experience.
  • Performed administrative tasks, including document filing, letter preparation, and data entry.

Client relationship building and needs assessment:

  • Gathered information from clients to assess their needs, and provide tailored solutions.
  • Fostered positive client relationships through regular contact, follow-up calls, and proactive issue resolution.

Customer Support Officer

Office of Children's Guardian
Strawberry Hills
05.2021 - 07.2024

Customer Service and Issue Resolution:

  • Analyzed customer account information to identify and resolve complex issues, providing tailored solutions and support.
  • Responded to customer inquiries via phone and email, delivering company information, policy details, and timely issue resolution.

Customer Engagement and Relationship Building:

  • Utilized exceptional telephone etiquette to ensure warm and welcoming customer interactions, employing active listening skills to identify and address customer concerns.
  • Gathered customer feedback to ensure needs were met, and expectations exceeded.

Data Management and Reporting:

  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date customer account information, ensuring seamless issue resolution and effective customer management.
  • Created comprehensive reports summarizing customer interactions, providing valuable insights for management review, and process improvement.

Process Improvement and Collaboration:

  • Collaborated with the supervisor and management to escalate complex issues, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
  • Contributed to the development of new procedures for handling customer issues, driving process improvements, and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Disability Support Coordinator

Trusted Home and Disability Care
Kingswood
03.2020 - 05.2021
  • Assisted clients in accessing and utilizing community resources to meet their needs.
  • Monitored progress of clients' goals and objectives.
  • Served as a liaison between families, caregivers and internal, external service providers.
  • Assisted clients with their applications to various organizations, such as Therapist Service applications, Trustee, and Guardian documentation.

Customer Service Officer

Hyderabad Travel & Tours Pty Ltd
Parramatta
07.2008 - 03.2020
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Developed strategies to improve customer service processes and procedures.
  • Managed daily operations of the Customer Service Department.
  • Handled escalated customer complaints and disputes in a professional manner.
  • Performed follow-up calls to ensure customer satisfaction with product and service delivery.

International Travel Consultant

Best & Less Travel
Parramatta
04.2006 - 06.2008

Education

Certificate IV - Disability Support

Open Colleges
Sydney, NSW
02-2015

Advanced Diploma in Travel Tourism - Travel

New Zealand School Of Tourism
Auckland, New Zealand
09.2002

Master of Arts - Sociology

Osmania University
Hyderabad, India
11.1992

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Application processing
  • Data management
  • Communication skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Document preparation

Timeline

Client Service Officer

Homes NSW
07.2024 - Current

Customer Support Officer

Office of Children's Guardian
05.2021 - 07.2024

Disability Support Coordinator

Trusted Home and Disability Care
03.2020 - 05.2021

Customer Service Officer

Hyderabad Travel & Tours Pty Ltd
07.2008 - 03.2020

International Travel Consultant

Best & Less Travel
04.2006 - 06.2008

Advanced Diploma in Travel Tourism - Travel

New Zealand School Of Tourism

Master of Arts - Sociology

Osmania University

Certificate IV - Disability Support

Open Colleges
Padmaja Neelam