SADIKU OLABISI CHRISTIANA

Head of Processing
Lagos, NG.

About

Highly accomplished banking operations professional with over 6 years of progressive experience in processing, cash management, and customer service leadership. Proven ability to optimize operational efficiency, mitigate financial risks, and enhance customer satisfaction, consistently driving organizational growth and compliance within dynamic financial environments. Seeking to leverage strong leadership and analytical skills to excel in a challenging role.

Work

United Bank for Africa Plc.
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Head of Processing

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Leads and manages all non-cash customer service processing activities within the branch, ensuring timely and accurate transaction processing, adherence to regulatory compliance, and continuous operational efficiency.

Highlights

Directed all non-cash customer service processing operations, ensuring timely and accurate transaction processing for cheques and facilitating seamless truncation to Head Office Clearing.

Maintained efficient Turnaround Times (TAT) consistently in line with service level agreements, significantly enhancing overall service efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Identified and recommended critical process improvements for customer service support, leading to measurable enhancements in operational workflows and service delivery.

Implemented robust oversight and control measures, effectively preventing financial losses from fraud, regulatory violations, and processing errors across branch operations.

Provided essential backup leadership for the Customer Service Manager, ensuring continuous operational coverage and strict adherence to banking regulations.

United Bank for Africa Plc.
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Cash Officer

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Supervised daily teller operations, managed branch cash holdings, resolved escalated customer complaints, and administered ATM systems to ensure strong controls and operational excellence.

Highlights

Supervised daily teller operations, implementing robust controls that minimized discrepancies and ensured financial integrity across the branch.

Successfully resolved all complex customer complaints escalated beyond frontline staff, improving customer satisfaction and retention rates.

Administered the branch's Automated Teller Machine (ATM) products and systems, ensuring optimal functionality and over 99% uptime for customer access.

Executed daily cash reconciliation and comprehensive cash management, ensuring strict adherence to approved Cash Operating Procedure (COP) limits and achieving zero fraud tolerance.

Motivated and trained a team of tellers through constant interaction, fostering a high-performance environment and ensuring compliance with bank policies.

United Bank for Africa Plc.
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Teller/ATM Custodian

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Managed ATM operations and cash reconciliation, collaborating with vendors and regulatory authorities to ensure optimal ATM functionality, security, and compliance.

Highlights

Collaborated with vendors and regulatory authorities to ensure optimal ATM placement and functionality, contributing to enhanced service accessibility for customers.

Proactively identified and resolved potential ATM faults, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous service availability.

Managed ATM cash levels, rigorously safeguarding against loss and ensuring strict adherence to prescribed limits and security protocols.

Performed daily reconciliation of ATM cash, achieving 100% accuracy and accountability for all transactions.

United Bank for Africa Plc.
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Teller

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Processed diverse cash and check transactions, maintained accurate financial records, balanced cash drawers, and provided comprehensive customer service while ensuring strict compliance with bank procedures.

Highlights

Processed high volumes of cash and check deposits with exceptional accuracy, consistently balancing cash drawers at the close of each shift.

Recorded all financial transactions promptly and accurately, ensuring full compliance with bank procedures and internal controls.

Addressed customer inquiries regarding checking, savings accounts, and various bank products, enhancing customer understanding and service experience.

Actively advised and cross-sold relevant bank products and services to customers, contributing to customer portfolio growth.

Anglican High School
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Educationist (NYSC)

Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria

Summary

Developed and delivered engaging educational content, supervised classroom activities, and provided personalized instruction to foster a productive learning environment during National Youth Service Corps.

Highlights

Designed and distributed comprehensive educational content, including notes, tests, and assignments, improving student comprehension and engagement.

Supervised classroom activities, cultivating a safe and productive learning environment for students.

Provided personalized instruction and encouraged interactive learning, catering to individual student needs and enhancing academic performance.

Organized and executed various educational activities and events, enriching the learning experience and promoting student participation.

Maintained meticulous records of student attendance and grades, ensuring accurate academic tracking and reporting for the school year.

NNPC/ PPMC Mosimi Depot
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Accounts Officer (Industrial Training)

Ogun, Ogun State, Nigeria

Summary

Managed customer inquiries, updated internal databases, supported sales operations, and maintained comprehensive financial records during an industrial training program.

Highlights

Responded to customer inquiries via email and phone, efficiently resolving issues and retrieving account information for numerous clients.

Maintained and updated internal databases with accurate customer account details, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for the team.

Provided critical back-office support to Account Executives, streamlining sales processes and contributing to operational efficiency.

Organized and maintained comprehensive digital and physical records of invoices and contracts, ensuring easy retrieval and compliance.

Conducted periodic reconciliation of sales and accounting books, ensuring accuracy and identifying discrepancies in financial records.

Volunteer

Anglican High School (PPA)
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Assistant Corper's Liaison Officer

Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria

Summary

Facilitated positive relationships between school administration and corps members, enhancing communication and welfare during National Youth Service Corps.

Highlights

Successfully fostered a harmonious relationship between school management and corps members, improving communication and resolving issues effectively.

Anti-Corruption CDS Group (NYSC)
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Provost

Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria

Summary

Organized and coordinated weekly meetings for the Anti-Corruption Community Development Service (CDS) Group during National Youth Service Corps.

Highlights

Systematically organized and coordinated weekly group meetings, ensuring consistent engagement and progress on anti-corruption initiatives.

Education

Bestower International University
Benin Republic

Bachelor of Science

Accounting

Moshood Abiola Polytechnic
Ogun State, Ogun State, Nigeria

Higher National Diploma

Accounting

Moshood Abiola Polytechnic
Ogun State, Ogun State, Nigeria

National Diploma

Accounting

Greenfield International Secondary School
Ogun State, Ogun State, Nigeria

Secondary School

West African Examination (WAEC)

Certificates

ALX AI Career Essentials

Issued By

ALX

Professional conduct and Ethics Certification

Issued By

CIBN

Jobberman Soft-Skills Training

Issued By

Jobberman

NIM-NYSC Proficiency Certificate in Management (PCM)

Issued By

NIM-NYSC

Basic Banking Operations

Issued By

FITC Nigeria

Skills

Leadership

Team Motivation.

Operational Management

Process Optimization.

Problem Solving

Customer Service Excellence.

Multitasking

Attention to Detail.

Process Analysis

Process Improvement.

Time Management
Adaptability

Versatility.

Relationship Management

Stakeholder Engagement.

Microsoft Office Suite

MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint.

Interests

Traveling
Volunteering
Foreign Languages
Reading