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Sharmilly Sivanathan

Sharmilly Sivanathan

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Summary

Boasting 15 years of combined experience in Banking, Insurance & Software, I bring a robust background in Financial Service Delivery, excelling in Customer Experience, Process Enhancement, Project Management, Operational Excellence, and Insights. My footprint spans diverse Asian markets, amplifying customer experience and strategic priorities. I thrive on collaborative teamwork and am resolutely dedicated to organizational goals. Currently, I lead the APAC Onboarding team for Access Group, poised to drive excellence
and surpass expectations.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Onboarding Leader

The Access Group
Kuala Lumpur
05.2023 - Current
  • Strategic Planning and Execution : Developing comprehensive project plans, taking into account scope, timelines, resources, and potential risks. Leveraging industry best practices and methodologies, ensuring projects align seamlessly with organizational objectives.
  • Team Leadership and Collaboration: Leading cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative environment where each team member's strengths are maximized. Encourages open communication, creativity, and a shared commitment to project success.
  • Risk Management and Problem Resolution : Identifying potential roadblocks and develop contingency plans to keep projects on track. When challenges arise. Implement effective problem-solving strategies, ensuring minimal impact on project timelines and deliverables.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain transparent and proactive communication with stakeholders, keeping them informed about project progress, changes, and potential impacts.
  • Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement: Implementing robust quality assurance processes, by ensuring that project deliverables meet or exceed industry standards. Actively seek opportunities for continuous improvement, incorporating lessons learned from each project into future initiatives.



Operations Manager, (Order to Cash)-APAC

The Access Group
04.2022 - 05.2023
  • Team Leadership: Spearheaded and guided the Order to Cash team, transforming them into a high-performance unit.
  • Precise Monitoring: Managed Sales Order generation and monitoring within the Company system.
  • Efficient Coordination: Skillfully managed outstanding Sales Orders and collaborated with customers for seamless payment remittance.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked closely with the Finance team, adeptly handling all customer order-related inquiries.
  • Reseller Order Streamlining: Collaborated with the channel sales team, ensuring swift approval and processing of orders from resellers.
  • Strategic Partnership: Teamed up with Finance to create and enhance checklists, ensuring ongoing compliance and process refinement.

Client Relationship Manager

InsureDIY
01.2018 - 01.2022
  • Client Engagement: Fostered strong relationships with clients to deeply understand their needs and deliver tailored insurance solutions.
  • Strategic Advising: Provided expert guidance to clients, offering insurance options aligned with their risk profiles and business goals
  • Portfolio Management: Skillfully managed a diverse client portfolio, ensuring timely renewals, adjustments, and proactive communication.
  • Problem Resolution: Addressed client concerns and inquiries swiftly, maintaining client satisfaction and trust.
  • Market Insights: Stayed abreast of industry trends, translating market knowledge into valuable recommendations for clients.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborated with underwriting and claims teams to ensure seamless client experiences throughout the insurance lifecycle.

Subject Matter Expert - Claims

AIA Malaysia
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Claims Expertise: Deepened company-wide understanding of claims processes, policies, and best practices.
  • Guidance & Training: Provided clear guidance and training to teams, ensuring accurate and efficient claims handling.
  • Complex Case Resolution: Analyzed and resolved intricate claims cases, optimizing outcomes and client satisfaction.
  • Process Enhancement: Contributed to the refinement of claims workflows, increasing efficiency and reducing errors.
  • Data-driven Insights: Leveraged data analysis to offer insights for continuous improvement of claims operations.
  • Stakeholder Liaison: Collaborated with clients and internal departments, ensuring seamless claims communication and resolution

Customer Service Associate- Claim

AIA Malaysia
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Inbound Resolution: Skillfully addressed incoming calls, adhering to Standard Operating Procedures, and adeptly resolving customer inquiries and requests.
  • Team Synergy: Collaborated closely with the team to manage individual call duration and volume, adjusting as needed to meet service targets effectively.
  • Continuous Growth: Actively engaged in training initiatives to continually refine skills and knowledge, ensuring the delivery of toptier service.
  • Customer-Centric Focus: Strived for exceptional customer satisfaction, blending expertise and creativity in tattoo work to leave a lasting impression.
  • Client Care Excellence: Exemplified superior customer service, attending to all client questions and concerns with a focus on their utmost satisfaction

Customer Service -HSBC Premier

HSBC
01.2008 - 01.2013
  • Premier Client Management: Entrusted with overseeing Premier Customers, ensuring their needs are met with unparalleled care.
  • Elevated Customer Experience: Championed the delivery of world class service, cultivating customer satisfaction and fostering unwavering loyalty
  • Continuous Learning: Committed to ongoing training, consistently staying updated on products, services, and policy evolutions to maintain a competitive edge.Exemplary Service: Exhibited exceptional customer service prowess, leaving an indelible mark with a strong dedication to customer contentment.

Education

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration -

Malaysia University of Science and Technology
12.2023

Diploma of Education, Medicine -

Kursk State Medical University
01.2001

SPM -

Sekolah Menengah Bahau, Negeri Sembilan
01.1999

Skills

  • Operational Excellence
  • Customer Service
  • Leadership Development
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Process Improvement
  • Training & Development
  • Analytical & Critical Thinking
  • Projects
  • Recruitment
  • Employee Development
  • Operations Management

Accomplishments

  • ASIA INTEGRATION: STREAMLINING FINANCIAL SYSTEMS, The Access Group, 2022, Revamped the financial landscape by seamlessly transitioning from outdated systems to cutting-edge technology. Leveraged robust User Acceptance Testing (UAT) protocols to ensure seamless system. Authored comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), fostering uniformity and efficiency across the integrated financial system transition and functionality.
  • MOTOR INSURANCE LAUNCH - HONG KONG, InsureDIY, 2020, Collaborated seamlessly with the marketing and IT teams to provide pivotal support during User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and to devise compelling promotional strategies, including enticing discounts. Forged strategic partnerships with insurers, jointly conceptualizing and executing a robust Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and seamless process flow for sales and post-sale services. Achieved a resounding success with the launch of Motor Insurance in the Hong Kong market, a feat marked by delivering the fastest and most cost-efficient motor insurance offerings. This accomplishment revolutionized the market and solidified the project's resounding impact.
  • QUALITY ASSURANCE & TRAINING - CONTACT CENTRE PROJECT: EMPOWERING EXCELLENCE, AIA Malaysia, 2017, Designed and executed impactful workshops, focusing on complaint handling and elevating customer experiences, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Undertook an in-depth review of policies and procedures, offering insightful modifications that optimized processes and language for enhanced efficiency. Played a pivotal role in driving process improvement endeavors, leading and participating in collaborative problem-solving initiatives that yielded tangible enhancements. Provided targeted coaching and constructive feedback to enhance call handling effectiveness, elevating the overall quality of customer interactions. Spearheaded comprehensive training sessions for new recruits, ensuring seamless familiarization with systems and standard operating procedures.

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Timeline

Onboarding Leader

The Access Group
05.2023 - Current

Operations Manager, (Order to Cash)-APAC

The Access Group
04.2022 - 05.2023

Client Relationship Manager

InsureDIY
01.2018 - 01.2022

Subject Matter Expert - Claims

AIA Malaysia
01.2015 - 01.2018

Customer Service Associate- Claim

AIA Malaysia
01.2013 - 01.2015

Customer Service -HSBC Premier

HSBC
01.2008 - 01.2013

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration -

Malaysia University of Science and Technology

Diploma of Education, Medicine -

Kursk State Medical University

SPM -

Sekolah Menengah Bahau, Negeri Sembilan
Sharmilly Sivanathan