Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Timeline

Sandra Johnson

Trillium College
Ajax,ON
25
Years of experience

Adaptable professional with broad experience in career guidance, admissions, and financial services. Recognized for strong communication, organizational skills, and active listening. Committed to supporting client goals, improving conversion results, and delivering reliable guidance.

Work History

Career Coach

9 Years 5 Months
Trillium College | 06.2017 - Current
  • Counseled clients one-on-one to clarify goals, assess aptitudes, and align education and employment history with career aspirations.
  • Enrolled potential student prospects to appropriate College business focused programs in person or via Zoom.
  • Maintained conversion rates from inquiries to interviews, interviews to applications, and applications to enrolments as directed by Admissions Management.
  • Achieved quarterly sit rate targets to enhance student engagement and enrollment.
  • Collaborated with other career coaches and industry professionals to share insights, resources, and best practices for optimal client outcomes.
  • Built trusting relationships with clients through active listening, empathy, and genuine concern for their well-being and success.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, labor market data, and best practices in career management to provide informed advice to clients.

Admissions Advisor

4 Years 1 Month
Oxford College of Arts, Business, and Technology | 05.2013 - 06.2017
  • Advised prospective students on admissions requirements, program options, and enrollment steps.
  • Responded to inquiries by phone, email, and in person with clear program guidance.
  • Tracked lead activity and followed up on prospects to support conversion to enrollment.
  • Served as a positive ambassador for our institution by maintaining a professional demeanor and demonstrating genuine enthusiasm for the programs and services offered.
  • Scheduled campus tours, appointments, and follow-up meetings to support recruitment activity.

Loan/Mortgage Banker

17 Years 2 Months
Bank of Montreal, BMO | 05.1988 - 07.2005
  • Advised clients on mortgage options, matching financing solutions to borrowing needs and repayment goals.
  • Processed mortgage applications, verifying income, credit, and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy.
  • Coordinated with branch partners, underwriters, and operations teams to move files through approval and funding.
  • Achieved minimum monthly sales objectives, upsells and insurance penetration while adhering to policies and procedures established as well as all audit guidelines.
  • Evaluated credit profiles and property details to support sound lending decisions and risk management.

* IFIC Licensed Mutual Fund sales representative

* B2B Division Mortgage and Investment Lending Specialist with unilateral discretionary credit limits of $50k loans and $250k mortgages. Business for Self qualified.

Education

Diploma - Business Management

Everest College | Scarborough, ON

Skills

Career counseling
Interview coaching
Career guidance
Ethical decision-making
Active listening
Multitasking
Client commitment
Multitasking Abilities
Reliability
Professional ethics
Relationship building
Professionalism

Timeline

Career Coach

Trillium College
06.2017 - CurrentRead More

Admissions Advisor

Oxford College of Arts, Business, and Technology
05.2013 - 06.2017Read More

Loan/Mortgage Banker

Bank of Montreal, BMO
05.1988 - 07.2005Read More

Everest College

Diploma from Business Management
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Sandra Johnson