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Melissia Allen

Salem,United States

Summary

As a Lead Customer Resolution Representative at Wells Fargo, I managed complex and sensitive customer issues that require extensive research, mediation, and documentation. I have a strong background in customer service, having worked as a Senior Escalations Representative and a Customer Service Lead at the same company for over Ten years. I have developed core competencies in investigation, quality assurance, and complaint investigations, strong knowledge of banking regulations, and a strong focus on risks and controls. which enable me to deliver effective and timely resolutions for our customers and stakeholders.


In my most recent role, I collaborated with customers, family members, legal representatives, and business partners to assess wide-ranging customer circumstances and determine appropriate course of action. I also support the issue through direct mediation as applicable, ensuring that the customer's needs and expectations are met. I contributed to the culture of customer success and excellence and brought diverse perspectives and experiences to the team. I am motivated by the opportunity to help customers overcome challenges and achieve their financial goals, and to continuously learn and grow in my role.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

LEAD CUSTOMER RESOLUTION REPRESENTATIVE

Wells Fargo
08.2021 - Current
  • Experience taking and distributing detailed meeting minutes for in person and digital team meetings.
  • Checked records for accuracy of information and for conformity with established policy and procedures; perform daily data entry.
  • Supporting less experienced Customer Resolution team in interpreting and understanding complex policies as well as managing cross group projects.
  • Created and managed spreadsheets via advanced Excel functions to generate reports and lists.
  • Utilizing data analysis tools with internal audits for regulatory reporting
  • Perform or guide others on complex client inquiries and complaints that require planning, evaluation, and interpretation, as well as an understanding of financial services and customer support.
  • Maintained records and ensured compliance through internal audits.
  • Lead or contribute to client issue resolutions that require coordination amongst various teams.
  • Provide guidance and subject matter expertise to immediate Customer Resolution team on performing comprehensive review of customer complaints.
  • Using clerical skills along with business processes to keep clear record of customer mediation scheduling and following up with third party mediator to ensure no scheduling conflicts.
  • Consult with project owners in case of high profile escalated case.
  • Aligned with business process and was able to maintain an average Quality Assurance score of 98% annually.

SENIOR ESCALATIONS REPRESENTATIVE

Wells Fargo
11.2018 - 08.2021
  • Worked with customers, agencies, regulatory/ governmental agencies, and all levels of business lines to research and determine appropriate steps to resolve customers' complaint aligning with the business strategy
  • Conducted investigations to identify issues and ensure regulatory compliance and reporting with UDAAP, FDCPA, FCRA, Regulations CC, DD, E, etc.
  • Using on a daily basic Microsoft Word to respond to high level customer complaints for effective communicating (verbal and written).
  • Developed high ethical standards, strong critical thinking, detective, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Researched product info, terms/conditions, control testing, testing results contracts, etc., using multiple systems/ databases, to resolve an average of 32 cases monthly.
  • Collaborated with leadership, business partners, and peers to ensure consistent work and open to changes.
  • Provided constructive feedback for process improvements to streamline the complaints process to enhance efficiency Investigated, analyzed, determined customer liability for unauthorized, suspicious activity and/or fraudulent accounts; followed instructions to resolve accordingly.
  • Transcribed call recordings to support resolution.
  • Analyzed transaction history for unnecessary fees; processed refunds researched customers accounts, educated customer on remediation events.
  • Experience and knowledge in managing Enterprise Risk Management.
  • Participated in other special projects as a Subject Matter Expert (SME).
  • Maintained a Quality Assurance average score of 98.2% annually.

LEAD CUSTOMER SERVICE PHONE BANKER

Wells Fargo
11.2014 - 11.2018

Implemented processes for various transactions with accuracy according to bank standards and requirements.

• Used strong communication and active listening skills to address the customer needs. Developed strong skills in

typing from keeping records of customer interactions and services during incoming calls.

• Answered incoming bank phone lines and directed customer to appropriate departments to address concerns.

• Stayed current on banking products, services and regulations to deliver top notch customer service.

• Trained and mentored new banking personnel on customer service strategies supporting group performance

goals.

• Complied with regulatory requirements including Bank Secrecy Act Anti Money Laundering OFAC USA Patriot Act

Privacy Act and Community Reinvestment Act..

• Solved complex problems with multiple software programs simultaneously in a timely manner.

• Awarded STAR team member through management nominations, recognized in Oregon/Washington district.

EDUC

Education

High School Diploma -

Winema
Salem, OR
06-2012

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Customer relations
  • Data entry proficiency
  • Professional Phone Etiquette
  • Research
  • Managing Risk
  • Computer Literacy

Timeline

LEAD CUSTOMER RESOLUTION REPRESENTATIVE

Wells Fargo
08.2021 - Current

SENIOR ESCALATIONS REPRESENTATIVE

Wells Fargo
11.2018 - 08.2021

LEAD CUSTOMER SERVICE PHONE BANKER

Wells Fargo
11.2014 - 11.2018

High School Diploma -

Winema
Melissia Allen