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Graciele Maximiano

Mount Vernon,NY

Summary

Ambitious and adaptable professional with experience in finance, customer service, sales, and legal support. Pursuing an MBA in Business Management and Finance (graduating August 2025) and holding a Law degree. Skilled in financial analysis, problem-solving, and customer engagement. Fluent in Portuguese, English, and intermediate Spanish. Eager to gain more hands-on experience and contribute to dynamic, growth-driven teams by delivering exceptional results.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

International Exchange Student

Au Pair Care
Camp Hill, PA
12.2019 - 12.2021
  • Provided primary care for host family's children, ensuring their safety, supervising playtime, and assisting with homework.
  • Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts, and music lessons.

Paralegal Assistant

Advogados e Associados
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
08.2019 - 11.2019

Paralegal Functions in Labor and Civil Law (Employment Law)
• Case Preparation: Assisted attorneys in preparing documents, evidence, and arguments for labor-related cases.
• Legal Research: Conducted research on labor laws, regulations, and precedents relevant to ongoing cases.
• Drafting Legal Documents: Prepared legal forms, pleadings, motions, and letters for labor lawsuits.
• Case Tracking: Monitored deadlines, filings, and hearings to ensure compliance with legal procedures.

Customer Service Specialist

Neobpo
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
09.2017 - 08.2019

• Supported the legal department, received the warrant from the court and ensured compliance with court decisions deadline, preventing the company from paying interest.
• Provided stellar service to customers requiring information regarding their energy services and bills.
• Acted as the first point of contact for customers, accurately and efficiently answering customers' questions regarding fees, service activations and deactivations.

Accounts Payable and Financial Operations

Weber Saint Gobain
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
09.2016 - 07.2017

• Validated fiscal and financial information, including amounts, taxes, and supplier details.
• Prepared reports and obtained authorizations for payments.
• Confirmed payment clearances and updated account statuses in financial workflows.
• Conducted thorough checks on invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial and tax regulations.
• Managed inventory levels, ensuring accuracy and entering stock information into the system.

Law Student Intern

Zveiter Legal Services
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
03.2016 - 09.2016

Supported the third-largest banking institution in Brazil in civil law matters, entering information into the case management system and spreadsheets and monitoring the cases' progress.

Legal Intern | Court of Justice of the State

State of Rio de Janeiro
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
07.2013 - 07.2015

• Supported the Court of Justice of the State of Rio de Janeiro, providing outstanding service to citizens.
• Provided legal guidance to individuals seeking assistance with small claims civil cases.
• Acted as the first point of contact at the registry and notary office and served parties who needed to resolve small claims or could not afford a lawyer.
• Resolved commercial transaction issues, such as merchandise bought and not received, improper card charges, and all consumer-related problems.
• Interviewed consumers, leveraging active listening and attention to detail to document and report the case to the judge.
• Assisted clients through the legal process, ensuring they understood their rights and the steps needed to proceed with their claims.
• Collaborated with the team to provide efficient and accurate support for legal matters in the civil domain.

Retail Sales Associate

C&A Store
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
01.2013 - 07.2013

• Marketed the advantage of C&A’s credit card to customers, supporting credit card applications.
• Supported customers in solving problems such as finding products, paying their cards, and answering all their inquiries, leveraging a consultative approach to understand customer needs and provide them with the best solution.

Education

MBA - Business Management | Finance

Monroe University
New Rochelle, NY
08-2025

BBA - Law

Universidade Salgado De Oliveira
Brazil
08-2018

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Costumer Satisfaction
  • Customer service support
  • Multitasking
  • Problem Solving
  • Computer skills
  • Microsoft office
  • Finance operations

Languages

Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

International Exchange Student

Au Pair Care
12.2019 - 12.2021

Paralegal Assistant

Advogados e Associados
08.2019 - 11.2019

Customer Service Specialist

Neobpo
09.2017 - 08.2019

Accounts Payable and Financial Operations

Weber Saint Gobain
09.2016 - 07.2017

Law Student Intern

Zveiter Legal Services
03.2016 - 09.2016

Legal Intern | Court of Justice of the State

State of Rio de Janeiro
07.2013 - 07.2015

Retail Sales Associate

C&A Store
01.2013 - 07.2013

MBA - Business Management | Finance

Monroe University

BBA - Law

Universidade Salgado De Oliveira
Graciele Maximiano