Benita Neale
Coventry CV5 7GJ |- |-Professional Summary
Detail-oriented Customer Service & Case Management Specialist with over 5 years of experience resolving complex cases, improving service processes, and driving customer satisfaction across housing, automotive, finance, and energy sectors. Proven track record of managing caseloads of 100+ cases while ensuring 95%+ SLA compliance and exceeding KPIs. Adept in CRM systems (Salesforce, Zendesk, SV-CRM) and cross-functional coordination to deliver consistent, high-quality service. Seeking a remote role where strong communication, problem-solving, and compliance expertise can add immediate value.
Core Competencies
Complex Case Management
Complaint Resolution & Customer Retention
SLA & Compliance Monitoring
CRM Platforms: Salesforce, Zendesk, SV-CRM
Data Reporting & Analysis
Cross-Departmental Coordination
Process Improvement
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
Empathetic Customer Communication
Remote Service Delivery
Professional Experience
Orbit Housing Association — Customer Service & Case Management Officer
Dec 2023 – Present
Manage a caseload of 80–120 damp and mould cases, achieving 97% compliance with internal SLAs and Housing Ombudsman guidelines.
Liaise with surveyors, contractors, and residents to coordinate 200+ repair visits, ensuring clear communication and minimal disruption.
Produce monthly performance reports driving service improvements and reduced repeat complaints by 15%.
Recognised by leadership for proactive issue resolution and maintaining resident trust during sensitive case handling.
Jaguar Land Rover (Contract) — Customer Experience Specialist
Feb 2023 – Dec 2023
Handled 50–70 daily customer inquiries via phone, email, and live chat, maintaining a 98% customer satisfaction.
Resolved 95% of cases without escalation, supporting brand loyalty across Jaguar and Land Rover customers.
Supported marketing campaigns, contributing to a 12% increase in customer engagement metrics.
Exceeded KPIs for resolution time and customer feedback across three performance review periods.
NEC Group — Sales Executive
Oct 2022 – Feb 2023
Generated £45K+ in new exhibition space sales in under 4 months, exceeding targets by 20%.
Built and maintained a pipeline of 50+ corporate accounts via CRM, increasing client retention by 10%.
Partnered with internal teams to ensure seamless event delivery, driving positive client feedback and repeat bookings.
Coventry Building Society — Mortgage Specialist
Jan 2021 – May 2022
Advised 800+ customers on mortgage products, contributing to £5M+ in successful mortgage approvals.
Managed 150–300 inbound calls daily, resolving inquiries with 98% first-call resolution.
Maintained strict compliance with FCA regulations, ensuring zero audit failures during tenure.
ABB — Electrification Customer Support Specialist
Nov 2019 – Dec 2020
Managed 100+ customer accounts, improving order accuracy and reducing delivery delays by 18%.
Collaborated with logistics and production teams to resolve escalations, enhancing customer satisfaction scores.
Delivered weekly client reports that informed £250K+ worth of project pipeline adjustments.
Shell Energy — Energy Specialist
Sep 2018 – Oct 2019
Resolved 50+ daily billing and technical queries, achieving top 5% ranking for customer satisfaction among team peers.
Increased broadband lead conversions by 30% quarter-on-quarter through persuasive upselling and product education.
Trained 10+ new hires, contributing to a 20% team performance improvement.
Digital Art Graphics — Events & Marketing Executive
Jun 2014 – Jul 2018
Planned 30+ corporate and promotional events, resulting in a 25% increase in client engagement.
Managed end-to-end event logistics, controlling budgets up to £30K and negotiating supplier discounts averaging 15%.
Developed digital marketing content that boosted event sign-up rates by 40% across social media platforms.
Education
Coundon Court School – Coventry (2013)
Maths (C), English (B), Science (C), Business BTEC (Distinction*), Graphic Design (C),
Certifications & Training
FCA Compliance & Conduct Training (Coventry Building Society)
Data Protection & GDPR Awareness (Orbit Housing Association)
Housing Ombudsman Dispute Resolution Essentials (Orbit Housing Association)
Health & Safety Awareness – Housing Sector (Orbit Housing Association)
Customer Complaint Handling & Resolution Workshop (Jaguar Land Rover)
CRM Systems Training: Salesforce, Zendesk, SV-CRM (Various Roles)
Technical Proficiency
Salesforce | SV-CRM | Zendesk | Microsoft Office Suite | ECOES | Google Workspace | Zoom | Teams
Awards & Recognition
Orbit Housing: “Outstanding Case Ownership” Commendation 2024
Shell Energy: “Top Sales Performer” Q4 2019