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Connie Morales

Phoenix

Summary

Experienced professional in specialized roles, offering valuable insights and practical expertise. Known for fostering team collaboration and consistently achieving objectives. Reliable and adaptable with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Corporate Actions Sr Specialist

Charles Schwab & Co., Inc
08.2014 - Current
  • Research and resolve escalated inquiries specializing in domestic/ foreign Distribution, Mandatory, and Fixed Income events
  • Streamlined corporate actions and distribution processing, ensuring accurate execution and risk mitigation through meticulous analysis of complex event information.
  • Meticulously review and reconcile event discrepancies, demonstrating keen attention to detail and maintaining data integrity and compliance.
  • Excellent judgement and able to limit risk exposure associated with allocations received from custodians, depositories, and transfer agents.
  • Adapt swiftly to workflow changes, prioritizing tasks efficiently to meet business needs and consistently deliver high-quality outcomes.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a demanding escalation environment through time management skills utilizing a risk-based approach to prioritize and complete daily functions.
  • Strong organizational skills with ability to work on and complete multiple assignments within established deadlines
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively leverage cross-departmental relationships and collaborate with business partners to swiftly resolve issues.
  • Working knowledge of Schwab systems such as Client Central, Bluezone, Gentran, MyQ, Control Hub, and Microsoft Office
  • Lead and monitor training initiatives for new team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
  • Identified areas in need of critical improvement and implemented quality-oriented strategies to help operations accomplish ambitious short- and long-term targets.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading by example, and encouraging innovation at all levels.

International Ops Specialist

Charles Schwab & Co
02.2006 - 08.2014
  • Efficiently processed International New Accounts, Account Updates, Options, and Account Maintenance requests
  • Performed due diligence and regulatory review for new accounts and account updates
  • Meticulously managed sensitive documents and confidential client documentation including birth certificates, bank statements, and passports
  • Translated client documentation from Spanish to English
  • Assist internal International and Domestic branches and Client Services Representatives with operational questions and escalations
  • Developed and maintained strong business relationships with internal departments, branches, and internal partners
  • Implemented and led training sessions for new hires improving team accuracy and efficiency

Education

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ

Skills

  • Professionalism
  • Time management abilities
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Self motivation
  • Operational efficiency
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Effective communication
  • Active listening
  • Organizational skills
  • Reliability
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Corporate Actions Sr Specialist

Charles Schwab & Co., Inc
08.2014 - Current

International Ops Specialist

Charles Schwab & Co
02.2006 - 08.2014

Arizona State University