PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline

Susan Scott

MERIDIAN CREDIT UNION
New Dundee,ON
24
years of professional experience

Enthusiastic financial services professional highly effective at working with clients of all levels and backgrounds. Friendly and personable with adaptable approach. Exceptional knowledge in wealth management, estate planning and investment.

Work History

Financial Advisor / Investment Specialist

12 Years
MERIDIAN CREDIT UNION | 01.2014 - 01.2026
  • Consistently ranked among Meridian Credit Union’s top three Financial Advisors for sales performance, driven by exceptional results in mutual fund and investment solutions.
  • Built trusted client relationships and used a consultative sales approach to identify needs, uncover investment opportunities, and recommend appropriate mutual fund and investment solutions.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients through regular communication and personalized service.
  • Acted as a trusted mentor and resource to colleagues, providing ongoing support, sharing knowledge, and fostering strong working relationships.
  • Maintained regular customer touchpoints and completed ongoing Know Your Client (KYC) updates, reviewing changing goals, timelines, and financial needs to identify suitable solutions, additional opportunities, or referrals to internal and external specialists.
  • Mentored junior advisors, enhancing team knowledge and improving client service delivery.

Financial Advisor/Investment Specialist

6 Years 7 Months
SCOTIABANK | 06.2007 - 01.2014
  • Advised clients on investment strategies, risk management, and asset allocation.
  • Mentored junior advisors on best practices in client relationship management and compliance standards.
  • Evaluated market trends to refine investment portfolios for optimal returns.
  • Led workshops for clients on financial literacy and investment education initiatives.
  • Built strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty in managing their financial portfolios.
  • Developed personal rapport with each client to maintain customer loyalty and establish long-term accounts.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies while serving clients'' best interests.

Sales Associate Supervisor

5 Years 8 Months
ROGERS COMMUNICATIONS | 10.2001 - 06.2007
  • Supervised daily sales operations, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
  • Trained new associates on product knowledge and customer service standards.
  • Implemented visual merchandising strategies to enhance store presentation and drive sales.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and optimize inventory management processes.
  • Collaborated with management to create promotional campaigns, increasing customer engagement.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to improve team effectiveness.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints, enhancing overall satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service, product knowledge, and prompt issue resolution.
  • Spearheaded special events within the store such as promotional launches or holiday festivities that engaged both employees and clientele alike.
  • Educated staff on strategies for handling difficult customers and challenging situations.

Education

Mutual Funds - Investing

IFIC | Toronto | 08-2006

Add financial services licensing, investment courses, mutual funds certification, insurance licensing, or other relevant training.

Skills

Financial Client Relationship Management
Investment & Account Administration
Financial Planning Support
Client Engagement Strategies
Financial Operations Management
Client Service Excellence
Financial communication
Financial information handling
Office & CRM systems
Time & Priority Management
Problem solving
Conflict Resolution
Team Collaboration
Client communication

Accomplishments

Won Best of the Best award working with Scotiabank and was also awarded top mutual fund performer throughout my career at Meridian Credit Union.

Timeline

Financial Advisor / Investment Specialist

MERIDIAN CREDIT UNION
01.2014 - 01.2026Read More

Financial Advisor/Investment Specialist

SCOTIABANK
06.2007 - 01.2014Read More

Sales Associate Supervisor

ROGERS COMMUNICATIONS
10.2001 - 06.2007Read More

IFIC

Mutual Funds from Investing
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Susan Scott