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Cathy Jackson

Sandston,VA

Summary

Versatile financial services professional with outstanding relationship-building and problem-solving skills. Expertise in Customer Care Center Leadership, Retail Bank Operations and Compliance. Driven to exceed expectations and operate effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Self-motivated team player adept at cultivating partnerships and building lasting relationships across all demographics and management levels.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Customer Care Operations Manager

Primis Bank
Glen Allen , VA
09.2013 - 10.2023
  • Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction remains at optimal levels.
  • Managed staffing needs through recruitment, selection, onboarding and training, disciplinary action as necessary.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Led cross-functional teams in problem-solving activities related to process improvements or new product launches.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.

Loss Mitigation Specialist

SunTrust Mortgage
Richmond, VA
03.2012 - 06.2013
  • Assisted in resolving customer inquiries regarding loan modifications and foreclosure prevention options.
  • Partner with Home Preservation Client Representative and Negotiator to insure positive, timely communication with customers.
  • Utilize Clarifier, MSP, PLX, to review necessary documents including Uniform Borrower Assistance form, sales contracts, HUD 1 and numerous income verification documents.

Compliance Analyst

Wells Fargo Advisors
Richmond, VA
08.2010 - 02.2012
  • Helped to investigate fraud and identify risks in collaboration with risk management staff.
  • Review and approve daily international wire requests to support firm's anti-money laundering initiatives.
  • Perform outbound emails/phone calls to team mates for additional information on accounts.
  • Utilize Smart Station to review client data and evaluate money movements on accounts.
  • Supported internal and external auditing teams conducting impartial compliance reviews.
  • Report suspicious activity through SAR filings.

Quality Assurance Analyst

Mortgage Outreach Services, Inc
Richmond, VA
02.2009 - 04.2010
  • Collaborated with management to develop, design, and create a Quality Assurance department for a growing mortgage solution company.
  • Participated in daily team meetings providing status updates on projects assigned.
  • Provide documentation to management for coaching associates to meet service quality standards.
  • Assisted with phone contact during periods of high call volume.

Compliance Specialist

Wachovia Securities
Richmond, VA
06.2004 - 01.2009
  • Completed in-depth reviews of audit reports, client actions and monitoring activities.
  • Maintained detailed database of compliance data, activities and actions taken.
  • Led team in reviewing and analyzing firm's compliance with coding issue on 6,000+ employee brokerage accounts inherited in merger.
  • Cross trained on registration procedures that addressed legal issues surrounding new and renewal of associate's licenses in all 50 states.
  • Earned Series 7 certification to strengthen knowledge of securities industry.

Retail Banking Manager

Wachovia Bank
Richmond, VA
02.1991 - 12.2003
  • Provided operational support for the Richmond South District encompassing 16 financial centers.
  • Facilitated training of branch associates on loss prevention, federal bank regulations and operational policies.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints promptly and efficiently.
  • Managed the daily operations of the bank's retail business line.
  • Monitored sales performance of team members against established goals.
  • Selected to give leadership and direction to underperforming team. Results delivered was improved customer service level and operational efficiency to one of top three branches in Richmond area.
  • Coordinated activities with other departments within the bank.
  • Served as a mentor to junior staff members providing guidance on banking practices and procedures.
  • Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.

Education

BBA - Management

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
05-1979

Skills

  • Process Improvement
  • Customer Retention
  • Logistics Oversight
  • Performance reporting
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Employee Motivation
  • Schedule Management
  • Staff Training
  • Operations Monitoring
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Performance monitoring
  • Process Improvements
  • Decision-Making
  • Customer Service

Certification

  • Series 6, 7, 63, 65, 66 Securities Licenses

Timeline

Customer Care Operations Manager

Primis Bank
09.2013 - 10.2023

Loss Mitigation Specialist

SunTrust Mortgage
03.2012 - 06.2013

Compliance Analyst

Wells Fargo Advisors
08.2010 - 02.2012

Quality Assurance Analyst

Mortgage Outreach Services, Inc
02.2009 - 04.2010

Compliance Specialist

Wachovia Securities
06.2004 - 01.2009

Retail Banking Manager

Wachovia Bank
02.1991 - 12.2003
  • Series 6, 7, 63, 65, 66 Securities Licenses

BBA - Management

James Madison University
Cathy Jackson