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Yoshani Perera

AUCKLAND,Glenfield

Summary

Accomplished Senior Banking Officer with a robust track record spanning more than two decades in the finance industry. Demonstrated proficiency across diverse functions including Customer Service, Banking and Finance Operations, Analyst roles, Credit, Risk and Compliance management, Fraud Detection, Lending, Relationship and Portfolio Management, Account Management, Insurance, Kiwi Saver, Collection and Recoveries, Auditing, and Anti-money Laundering and Sanctions compliance.

I have dedicated ten years of my career to ANZ, consistently prioritizing exceptional customer service and upholding a polished professional demeanour.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Personal Banker : ANZ Bank From 02/2018

ANZ Bank New Zealand
02.2018 - Current

· Demonstrate extensive banking experience in both retail and business sectors, providing ANZ's comprehensive range of home loans, insurance, investment products, and transactional services to cater to diverse customer needs.

· Serve as a senior point of reference for staff, specifically in handling complex customer interviews and transactions, particularly in the area of Home Lending.

· Offer professional expertise to customers, assisting them in attaining their financial needs and goals.

· Ensure strict compliance with risk requirements by diligently performing CDD/ECDD/AML and CFT assessments.

· Exemplify ANZ Values in all interactions with customers and colleagues, maintaining a high standard of professionalism.

· Manage and resolve customer complaints efficiently, acting as the primary contact for resolution.

Personal Banker 09/2014 - 02/2018

ANZ Bank New Zealand
09.2014 - 02.2018

· Take proactive measures to promote ANZ's complete range of products, encompassing Lending, Investments, Insurance, and transactional services.

· Act as a reliable point of referral for sales and service staff during customer interviews.

· Facilitate smooth customer onboarding processes, ensuring strict adherence to KYC/CDD/ECDD/AML and CFT regulations.

· Offer professional sales expertise, guiding customers in fulfilling their financial needs and goals.

· Contribute to the attainment of branch business objectives.

· Leverage insights to identify valuable opportunities for customers.

· Handling the complaints for the branch.

Account Manager-Portfolio Management

HSenid Business Solutions (Pvt)Ltd
04.2012 - 03.2013

· Conduct thorough analysis and design of data, business processes, and workflows, identifying potential risks, trends, product cycle, and opportunities for enhancing HRM within the banking sector.

· Effectively market and sell company products, which encompass IT systems and HR systems.

· Successfully achieve monthly targets, making valuable contributions to overall sales performance.

· Skilfully manage and cross-sell the portfolio, leveraging strong networking abilities.

· Handle diverse responsibilities including recoveries, collections, customer service, sales, and marketing.

· Possess expertise in documentation, encompassing KYC/CDD/AML and CFT, business registration, and tax statements.

· Experience in implementing fraud detection software.

Executive- Operations

LOLC Finance
04.2003 - 04.2012

· Manage a diverse range of financial products, including Leasing, Vehicle Finance, Pledge Loans, Mortgage Loans, Hire Purchases, Micro/Agri Finance, Term Deposits, and Savings Accounts.

· Coordinate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, such as Finance and Legal departments, as well as Lawyers, to facilitate Audi, compliance, fraud detection and sanction.

· Take responsibility for accurate documentation in product, lending and finance, ensuring compliance with KYC/CDD, AML, and CFT regulations.

· Contribute as a key member of a high-performing team in Lending.

· Handling complaints and act as a financial counsellor.

Education

Master of Science - Business Psychology

Heriot-Watt University
UK
03-2015

Graduate Diploma - Business Administration And Management

Association of Business Executives
UK
01-2010

Authorized Financial Adviser - NZ Certificate in Financial Services -Reading

Otago Polytechnic
Auckland, NZ
01-2023

Skills

    Reporting and Analysis: Proven ability to develop and deliver regular reports for internal and external stakeholders

    Very good understanding of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme, with a focus on data-driven insights and able to do the reporting for them as well


    Strategic Research: Experienced in conducting research and analysis on strategic initiatives, including sourcing, analysing, and summarising data Able to apply that skill into complaints data, governance changes, and project-related work as well


    Administrative Expertise: Skilled in maintaining registers and administrative documents, including statistics, QA development and assessment, Confluence and mailbox coordination, and distribution list management


    Stakeholder Support: Competent in preparing papers, reports, and presentation notes for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear and effective communication


    Operational Support: Provided ad-hoc support for Business Continuity Planning (BCP) testing and other reporting or analysis duties for operational efficiency


    Software Proficiency: Skill user of PowerPoint, Word, and Excel for collaboration, reporting, and documentation purposes


    Executive Communication: Demonstrated expertise in preparing documents and presentations for executive audiences, with the ability to filter key information and deliver effectively


    Collaborative Relationship Building: Strong aptitude for building and maintaining collaborative relationships with both business and technical stakeholders


    Attention to Detail: Keen eye for detail in both written and verbal communication, ensuring accuracy and quality in deliverables


    Adaptability and Self-Motivation: Highly proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, agile environment requiring adaptability


    Customer-Centric Approach: Adept at delivering outcomes and value for customers by working collaboratively in an agile, customer-focused team


    Complaints Environment Knowledge: Familiarity with complaint-handling environments and processes, including governance and resolution frameworks, with previous experience being the point of contact for complaints


    Prioritization and Time Management: Skilled at managing competing priorities and delivering outcomes within set deadlines

Timeline

Senior Personal Banker : ANZ Bank From 02/2018

ANZ Bank New Zealand
02.2018 - Current

Personal Banker 09/2014 - 02/2018

ANZ Bank New Zealand
09.2014 - 02.2018

Account Manager-Portfolio Management

HSenid Business Solutions (Pvt)Ltd
04.2012 - 03.2013

Executive- Operations

LOLC Finance
04.2003 - 04.2012

Master of Science - Business Psychology

Heriot-Watt University

Graduate Diploma - Business Administration And Management

Association of Business Executives

Authorized Financial Adviser - NZ Certificate in Financial Services -Reading

Otago Polytechnic
Yoshani Perera