Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Timeline
GeneralManager

Garima Sharma

Toronto,ON

Summary

Proven leader with a track record of enhancing client satisfaction and retention at CIBC, demonstrating exceptional problem resolution and operations management skills. Excelled in leadership and team building, significantly contributing to team goals and client service initiatives. Cultivated strong client and team relationships, leveraging both hard and soft skills to exceed performance benchmarks. Under my leadership Four Annual Achievers were recognized consistently for Four Consecutive years, 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024 reflecting sustained excellence and commitment to performance standards

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

CIBC
11.2023 - Current

• Achieved top satisfaction, retention, and referral rankings on consistent basis.
• Managed client expectations by clarifying needs, identifying options, and recommending products and services.
• Resolved inquiries to consistently meet performance benchmarks.
• Trained new employees on processes to promote productivity team-wide.
• Handled escalated customer service concerns to preserve net promoter's score for the banking centre.
• Educated clients on how to conduct transactions with convenient online solutions.
• Improve productivity by providing team performance feedback.
• Exceeded team goals and collaborated with staff to implement client service initiatives.
• Maintained high volume workload within fast paced environment and consistently met performance

Banking Centre Leader

CIBC
07.2018 - 10.2023

• Lead by example and show the team how to deepen relationships and meet clients' financial needs while providing a high standard of service.
• Go above and beyond to champion CIBC within the community to develop new and existing client relationships.
• Encourage employees to quickly resolve client complaints, and to escalate when necessary.
• Build a culture of collaboration across multiple client offers so that clients are served by those best able to meet their financial goals.
• Monitor the Banking Centre's business performance and put action plans into place to close any gaps.
• Work collaboratively with all partners to maximize market opportunities and increase the Banking Centre's overall performance.
• Manage and minimize risk to safeguard the bank, clients and shareholders.
• Lead and coach a high performing sales team of Advisors and Representatives to deepen client relationships and grow business.
• Provide meaningful development opportunities for employees and challenge people at all levels to re-think the way they do business.
• Advocate for CIBC within the community to recruit employees who share and demonstrate its values.

Mortgage Advisor

CIBC
12.2017 - 07.2018
  • Assisted clients in understanding the long-term implications of different mortgage options, empowering them to make informed financial decisions.
  • Leveraged strong networking skills to cultivate relationships with industry professionals, expanding referral sources and strengthening the company''s presence within the local market.
  • Educated first-time homebuyers about available financing options and guided them through each stage of the mortgage application process.
  • Developed comprehensive marketing materials to attract new clients while maintaining a professional image consistent with the company brand.

Sr Financial Advisor

CIBC
02.2017 - 12.2017
  • Built lasting relationships with clients by consistently exceeding expectations in communication, professionalism, and results-driven advice.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring optimal returns on investments and minimizing risks.
  • Secured client trust by maintaining strict confidentiality standards and adhering to ethical practices in all interactions.
  • Provided exceptional service to clients by addressing their unique financial concerns and goals with tailored advice.

Sr Financial Service Representative

CIBC
04.2013 - 02.2017
  • Gathered member information and discussed appropriateness of plan and investment opportunities.
  • Stayed current on industry trends and regulations to provide accurate, up-to-date advice for clients'' financial planning needs.
  • Consistently met or exceeded sales targets, contributing significantly to the team''s overall success.
  • Assisted clients in navigating complex financial products, ensuring they made informed decisions about their investments. As a Sr. FSR my job was to provide an exceptional experience for new and existing clients by identifying their needs through the utilization of CIBC Financial tools.
    • Planning business activities to meet weekly sales, service and referral targets for personal and small business clients.
    • Proactively initiating phone calls to book appointments with clients to discuss their needs and to offer financial solutions.
    • Demonstrating a strong code of ethics while adhering to and protecting client privacy.

Education

Certificate - Investment Funds In Canada

Canadian Securities Institute
Toronto, ON
07.2013

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Delhi
Delhi, India
05.1997

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Problem Resolution

Operations management

Performance improvement

Business development

Accomplishments

Winner of Annual Achiever's Award in my tenure with CIBC

Winner of 8 times quarterly achievers in various roles with CIBC

Under my leadership four Annual Achiever Award Winners from my team were recognized consistently for four years, 2021,2022, 2023 & 2024 reflecting sustained excellence and commitment to performance.

Languages

English
Hindi
Punjabi

Timeline

General Manager

CIBC
11.2023 - Current

Banking Centre Leader

CIBC
07.2018 - 10.2023

Mortgage Advisor

CIBC
12.2017 - 07.2018

Sr Financial Advisor

CIBC
02.2017 - 12.2017

Sr Financial Service Representative

CIBC
04.2013 - 02.2017

Certificate - Investment Funds In Canada

Canadian Securities Institute

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Delhi
Garima Sharma