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Cristina Munteanu

Langley,Canada

Summary

Experienced group benefits professional with a strong background in client onboarding, advisor support, and plan implementation at Equitable Life. Skilled in coordinating group insurance installations, guiding clients through complex processes, and delivering clear, confident training on Equitable’s platforms. Known for building trusted relationships, solving issues proactively, and collaborating across departments to exceed service standards. Brings a deep understanding of Equitable’s products, internal systems, and service values, ready to step into an implementation-focused role with immediate impact.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Client Relationship Specialist - Inforce/Implementation

Equitable Life Canada
, BC
03.2016 - Current
  • Serve as the primary contact for advisors and clients during onboarding and in-force plan changes, ensuring accurate and timely implementation.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with advisors and Plan Administrators, delivering high-quality service that supports retention and satisfaction.
  • Conduct training for Plan Administrators and Plan Members, both in-person and virtual, on Equitable’s benefits platforms and processes.
  • Coordinate plan amendments and new installations, working cross-functionally with Underwriting, Claims, and Administration departments.
  • Proactively follow up with clients to assess satisfaction and resolve concerns, implementing improvement plans when necessary.
  • Support team initiatives and contribute to process improvement projects aimed at increasing service efficiency and consistency.
  • Participate in client presentations during the final stages of the sales process, helping to build trust and secure new business through in-person meetings and expert support.

Group Service Representative

Equitable Life
Vancouver, Canada
09.2012 - 03.2016
  • Responsible for Vancouver Group Inbox. Respond to client and advisor inquiries within 24 hours turnaround time.
  • Act as a liaison between Group Marketing Managers/Advisors/Clients and Head Office
  • Maintain database information
  • Provide support to our Group Marketing Manager with marketing specifications review and submission to underwriting
  • Assisting client relationship specialists with preparing contract amendments, new issue materials including pre-populated enrolment forms
  • Co-ordinate, handle and maintain high levels of policyholder service by fostering relationships with Plan Administrators
  • Provide support to other regional offices as required.

Supervisor

Tommy Hilfiger
Vancouver, Canada
02.2010 - 09.2012
  • Responsible with running the sales floor, driving sales and motivating sales team
  • Responsible with opening and closing store
  • Merchandising and maintaining standards
  • Impeccable phone manners and customer service
  • Operations - entering payroll, training staff on cash, daily coaching staff conversations on improving their customer service skills and achieving goals
  • Effectively participating in weekly management meetings and quarterly staff meetings

Head Cashier

Tommy Hilfiger
Vancouver, Canada
03.2009 - 02.2010
  • Entering customer data into the system
  • Opening registers and balancing it at closing
  • Ensured all cashiers were trained in store policies and procedures, as well as safety protocols.
  • Training and supervising other cashiers
  • Handled returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policy while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.

Sales - Cashier Associate

Tommy Hilfiger
Vancouver, Canada
04.2008 - 03.2009
  • Greeted customers and responded to inquiries in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a courteous manner while following company policy guidelines.
  • Consistently achieving targets

Warehouse Worker

Socadis Inc
Montreal, Canada
07.2007 - 04.2008

Responsible for efficiently receiving and sorting book returns.

  • Developed professional relationships with my coworkers in a time-sensitive environment by demonstrating respect, courtesy, tact, and cooperation in interaction with others.
  • Reviewed returned books for any damage, sorted as required and classified accordingly for resale or recycling.
  • Continuously exceeding expectations and efficiently handling additional tasks such as replacing covers and accurately repricing books for resale.

Education

Economics University - Accounting

Ioan Slavici
Timisoara
01-2007

Technical College - Architecture and Design

Ion Mincu
Timisoara
01-2003

Skills

Customer Service Excellence

Problem Solving & Risk Assessment

Advisor & Client Relationship Management

Time Management & Organization

Client Onboarding & Implementation

Cross-functional Communication

Timeline

Client Relationship Specialist - Inforce/Implementation

Equitable Life Canada
03.2016 - Current

Group Service Representative

Equitable Life
09.2012 - 03.2016

Supervisor

Tommy Hilfiger
02.2010 - 09.2012

Head Cashier

Tommy Hilfiger
03.2009 - 02.2010

Sales - Cashier Associate

Tommy Hilfiger
04.2008 - 03.2009

Warehouse Worker

Socadis Inc
07.2007 - 04.2008

Economics University - Accounting

Ioan Slavici

Technical College - Architecture and Design

Ion Mincu
Cristina Munteanu