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DEBRA NEUSCHAFER

Sydney,Australia

Summary

Highly organised, and service-focused professional, with extensive Customer Service experience, delivering outstanding services, going above and beyond for the client and company in various industries, including in the Financial and Real-estate industry report Sales.


I am experienced at handling inn and out bound calls, adapting to the client centred approach, when communicating with customers to facilitate education around the process and benefits of deposit bonds and the companies additional beneficial services.

I was able to maintain a high volume of calls and email responses for the day, as well as perform individual data entry applications,


I have prepared documentation requests from stakeholders, and utilised my active listening skills to empathise with the customers needs and help to validate, solve fast and effectively.


I pride myself on the client-centred service approach to ensure exceptional customer experience to enhance the companies reputation and integrity being upheld at all times.


Additionally, I have strong proven Customer Service experience in the Deposit Bond Sales industry, with a range of positive Google reviews for Deposit Powers brand.


I handled order requests, responded to enquiries and resolving customer issues at the point of contact, handling payments and processing EFTPOS. I have developed the ability to operate in high volume telephone environments, strong communication, problem solving, high attention to detail.


I am seeking for a relevant Customer Service role in the Deposit Bond industry as i believe in Deposit Ponds and am passionate and impressed with the opportunities they provide for a range of property purchasers to enter a highly competitive Real -Estate industry with a alterative traditional cash deposit, Deposit Bonds opens up doors to the every day Australian in fair and reasonable alternative to a cash deposit for a Home.


I intend to leverage my experience towards ensuring the highest level of customer experience for the company and grow into the company going above and beyond Normal,

When i hear doubt or non believers in any situation i will make it my mission to make the customers day go from ordinary to extraordinary, going above and beyond to make the impossible, possible to the companies stakeholders.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Officer

Before You Buy
05.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving their inquiries and concerns.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions.
  • Maintained a high level of product knowledge to effectively assist customers with accurate information and recommendations.
  • Negotiated Job expectations between all stake holders to meet property marketing campaign dates and Auction/ cooling off period.
  • Place orders on behalf of the selling agent or working with a direct client to process the Strata or Building inspection over the phone
  • Respond to and solve chat bot enquires.
  • Read and review Contract of sales and Letter of Authorities to meet strick guidelines imposed by strata management Teams.
  • Boosted company reputation by providing exceptional customer service through phone, email, and chat support channels.
  • Increased customer retention with prompt follow-ups on pending issues and proactive problem-solving strategies.
  • Managed escalated cases with diplomacy, skillfully negotiating resolutions that satisfied both the customer and company interests.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.

Customer Service Officer

Deposit Power
11.2021 - 04.2024
  • Handled up to 30 incoming calls on normal days and up to 65 calls on busy days, and responded to 20-50 email enquiries directly from customers, accredited agents, brokers and legal representatives
  • Performed data entry of customer's personal information for new applications, sent application forms via DocuSign for customers to sign, and uploaded to the reference number along with supporting documents
  • Handled customer's time critical applications, while collaborating with the assessment team to manage the expectations
  • Assisted with core logical valuations
  • Gathered all the necessary supporting documents, including loan approval letters, rates notices, recent mortgage statements, contracts of sale, and prepared applications for assessment
  • Assembled other documents, such as court orders and stamped financial agreements, bank statements, and letters of non-refundable gifts
  • Conducted updates and amendments on to the digital bonds
  • Assisted with online and over the phone quotes
  • Updated Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems to manage customer interactions and maintain accurate records
  • Accredited new agent to Deposit Power agents
  • Utilised client-centred service approach, going above and beyond to achieve a positive experience with Deposit Power, and sell Deposit Bonds
  • Consistently exceeded customer expectations, by timely responding to enquiries and offering needed assistance to ensure timely approval of applications, thus receiving positive feedback and higher rating from the customers
  • Completed data entry to record call notes, suggestions and questions.
  • Assisted call-in customers with questions and orders.

Legal Receptionist

Voros Lawyers
10.2018 - 11.2021
  • Responsible for files and documents management, and providing secretarial support with transcription and editing
  • Oversaw client issues, and file related administrative support for the principal lawyer
  • Created legal files, and recorded client and matter details in the client database to ensure accurate client's records kept
  • Provided PA support around meetings and events, taking minutes of meetings and preparing related documentations
  • Operated multi-line telephone system to receive incoming and facilitate ongoing calls, take and deliver message and route calls to appropriate staff
  • Processed case files, and other documentations as statements as required
  • Prepared correspondences using case management systems
  • Performed data entry and other administrative tasks to ensure efficient and effective administration of the legal practice

Sales Assistant

Millers
10.2017 - 08.2018
  • Offered exceptional customer services, by greeting customers in a friendly manner, answering phone calls, and providing customer needs on time
  • Received and processed customer orders
  • Processed lay-bys
  • Processed cash and EFTPOS payments
  • Counted and safely stored the money
  • Operated in POS
  • Undertook stock control and management, including stock taking, ordering and storage
  • Did visual merchandising, placing marketing materials around the shop and front window, thus contributing to significant increase in sales
  • Performed opening and closing of the business, reconciled till and balanced the EFTPOS, and finished with preparing end-of-day book and reports

Sales Assistant

Bed Bath and Table
03.2017 - 10.2017

Sales Assistant

City Chic Fashion
01.2011 - 12.2012

Sales Assistant

Gypsy Rose Boutique
01.2009 - 10.2009

Sales Assistant

Just Jeans
01.2008 - 12.2008

Sales Assistant

YD Men's Wear
08.2007 - 12.2007

Assistant Store Manager

Oroton Emporium
01.2007 - 07.2007

Sales Assistant

Katie's Fashion
05.2005 - 12.2006

Education

Diploma of Community Service -

Victoria University, Footscray, VIC
04.2017

Hygienic Food Practice for Food Safety -

Gordon TAFE, Werribee, VIC
05.2017

Certificate III in Warehousing -

Tailored Workforce, Werribee, VIC
02.2017

Certificate III in Community Services -

Queensland TAFE, Southport, QLD
12.2014

Skills

  • Excellent calls and email communication handling and distribution skills
  • Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information
  • Solid understanding of Deposit Bonds
  • Experience operating in multi-line telephone and high pressure environments
  • Outstanding customer service skills
  • Data entry and management
  • Well-established administrative skills
  • Proficient with DocuSign software
  • Computer literate
  • Proficiency in MS Office program
  • Proficiency in CRM systems
  • Retail and sales customer service experience
  • Cash handling
  • EFPOS processing
  • Stock and inventory management
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Proven ability to manage deadlines
  • High workloads through multitasking and prioritisation
  • Resilient under pressure
  • Ability to quickly adapt to unforeseen circumstances
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Critical thinking
  • Decision making
  • Problem solving skills
  • Excellent ability to formulate relationships with customers and other staff
  • Complaint resolution
  • Product knowledge
  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Customer service
  • CRM management
  • Attention to detail
  • Conflict management
  • Problem solving
  • Active listening
  • Team collaboration
  • Negotiation skills
  • Customer support
  • Customer focus
  • Complaint handling
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Call center operations
  • Call center experience
  • Payment processing
  • Database research
  • Records maintenance
  • Service recommendations
  • Database management
  • CRM software
  • Account management
  • Data entry
  • Conflict resolution
  • Client relationship management
  • Effective communication
  • Inbound call management
  • Order management
  • Relationship building
  • Administrative support
  • Customer relations

Timeline

Customer Service Officer - Before You Buy
05.2024 - Current
Customer Service Officer - Deposit Power
11.2021 - 04.2024
Legal Receptionist - Voros Lawyers
10.2018 - 11.2021
Sales Assistant - Millers
10.2017 - 08.2018
Sales Assistant - Bed Bath and Table
03.2017 - 10.2017
Sales Assistant - City Chic Fashion
01.2011 - 12.2012
Sales Assistant - Gypsy Rose Boutique
01.2009 - 10.2009
Sales Assistant - Just Jeans
01.2008 - 12.2008
Sales Assistant - YD Men's Wear
08.2007 - 12.2007
Assistant Store Manager - Oroton Emporium
01.2007 - 07.2007
Sales Assistant - Katie's Fashion
05.2005 - 12.2006
Gordon TAFE - Hygienic Food Practice for Food Safety,
Tailored Workforce - Certificate III in Warehousing,
Queensland TAFE - Certificate III in Community Services,
Victoria University - Diploma of Community Service,
DEBRA NEUSCHAFER